Author: amakaekelawoffice
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Legal Consequences of Taking the Law into Your Own Hands
Resorting to self-help undermines the rule of law and attracts serious legal consequences. Nigerian courts consistently condemn unilateral actions during disputes, emphasizing that parties must seek redress through lawful processes rather than taking matters into their own hands.
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Provocation and the Law: How Nigerian Courts Evaluate Loss of Self-Control
How do Nigerian courts determine whether an accused person lost self-control as a result of provocation? This article examines the legal principles governing provocation, the assessment of loss of self-control, and the factors Nigerian courts consider in determining whether the defence may affect criminal liability.
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COURT MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEM (CoMiS): DIGITALISING COURT PROCESSES IN NIGERIA
Court Management Information Systems are increasingly digitalising court processes in Nigeria, with jurisdictions including Lagos, Rivers, Oyo, Ondo and the FCT providing online access to various court services.
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What Claimants Must Prove in a Breach of Contract Case in Nigeria
To succeed in a breach of contract case in Nigeria, a claimant must establish the essential facts and legal elements supporting the claim.
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Oaths Act 2004: What Section 13 Requires and How Courts Treat Defective Witness Statements on Oath
Section 13 of the Oaths Act 2004 has important implications for witness statements on oath and how Nigerian courts deal with defects affecting their validity.
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Principles Governing Arrests in Nigeria
Arrest in Nigeria is governed by legal safeguards that regulate when a person may be arrested and protect the rights of individuals during the process.
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Proving Disenfranchisement in Nigerian Electoral Disputes
Proving disenfranchisement in a Nigerian electoral dispute requires credible evidence that eligible voters were unlawfully prevented from exercising their right to vote.
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COMMENCEMENT OF ONLINE APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT OF NOTARIES PUBLIC
The Supreme Court of Nigeria has commenced online applications for the appointment of Notaries Public, allowing qualified legal practitioners to submit their applications through the official online portal.
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Exploring the Concept and Legal Elements of Trusts in Nigerian Law
Trusts in Nigerian law are founded on essential legal principles and requirements that determine whether a valid trust has been properly created and can operate effectively.
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Trial De Novo in Nigerian Courts: Meaning, Principles, and Legal Implications
Trial de novo allows a case to be heard afresh in appropriate circumstances. This post explains its meaning, application and when Nigerian courts may order a fresh hearing.
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Guarantors Beware: The Legal Obligations of Guarantors and Sureties in Nigeria
Guaranteeing another person’s obligations can create significant legal responsibilities. This guide explains the obligations of guarantors and sureties in Nigeria and the consequences that may follow.
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Forum Shopping in Nigerian Jurisprudence: Meaning and Judicial Disapproval
Forum shopping involves pursuing the same dispute before different courts or forums in an attempt to obtain a favourable outcome. Nigerian courts have developed principles for addressing and preventing the practice.
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Air Carrier Liability and Passenger Rights in Nigeria
Air carrier liability and passenger rights in Nigeria cover the legal protections and remedies available when flights are delayed, cancelled, disrupted or otherwise go wrong.
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Handling Debt Recovery Legally: A Practical Guide for Businesses and Individuals in Nigeria
Businesses and individuals seeking to recover outstanding debts in Nigeria must follow the appropriate legal steps and procedures to pursue repayment lawfully.
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Debt Recovery Actions in Nigeria: What the Law Requires for Success
To succeed in a debt recovery action in Nigeria, a creditor must establish the essential facts and legal basis for the claim.
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Legal Custody of Children in Nigeria
Child custody disputes in Nigeria are determined with regard to established legal principles and the factors courts consider when deciding what is in the best interests of the child.
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How to Raise and Prove a Counter-Claim in Nigerian Courts
A defendant may pursue a counter-claim in Nigerian courts by properly pleading the claim and establishing the facts and legal basis supporting it.
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Serving Hearing Notices by SMS or Email: What Nigerian Courts Say
Nigerian courts have considered whether hearing notices may be validly served by SMS or email, reflecting the growing role of electronic service in court proceedings.
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Forfeiture Proceedings in Nigerian Law
Forfeiture proceedings in Nigeria are governed by legal rules and procedures that determine when property may be seized or forfeited.
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How Nigerian Courts Decide Bail Applications
When considering a bail application, Nigerian courts assess several factors that may influence whether bail is granted or refused.