Author: amakaekelawoffice
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Landlord-Tenant Disputes: Notice to Quit in Nigerian Jurisprudence
A valid notice to quit is an important step in landlord-tenant disputes, and Nigerian courts apply established legal principles in determining whether the notice and recovery process are proper.
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Legal Principles Governing Tenancy, Recovery of Premises, and Self-Help in Nigeria
Landlord-tenant disputes in Nigeria are governed by legal rules on tenancy, recovery of premises and the prohibition of self-help in resolving disputes.
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Marital Property and Joint Ownership in Nigerian Matrimonial Proceedings
Nigerian courts consider various legal principles when determining rights to marital property and questions of joint ownership during matrimonial proceedings.
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Fiat in Criminal Prosecution: Meaning, Duration, and Court’s Power to Question It
A fiat in criminal prosecution raises important questions about its scope, duration and the extent to which a court may question its validity.
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Can Criminal Proceedings Be Stayed Pending Appeal?
Filing an interlocutory appeal does not automatically stop a criminal trial in Nigeria. The law generally requires criminal proceedings to continue despite a pending appeal.
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Litigation Procedure in Nigeria: Cause of Action, Interlocutory Applications, and Jurisdiction
Nigerian litigation involves important procedural issues, including establishing a cause of action, navigating interlocutory applications and determining whether a court has jurisdiction.
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Statute of Limitation in Nigeria: Meaning, Effect, Recognized Exceptions and Common Time Limits for Filing Cases
Statutes of limitation set time limits for bringing legal claims in Nigeria, subject to recognised exceptions that may affect when a claim can still be pursued.
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Compulsory Acquisition of Land in Nigeria: Your Rights and Legal Remedies
What happens when the government compulsorily acquires your land without following due process or paying adequate compensation? This article examines your constitutional and statutory rights, the Land Use Act, and the remedies available to landowners in Nigeria.
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When Public Officers Lose Their Legal Shield: Limits of the Public Officers Protection Act in Nigeria
The Public Officers Protection Act provides statutory protection for public officers, but that protection is subject to important limits and may not apply in every circumstance.
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When is a Notice to Quit Valid in Nigeria? Key Legal Principles Every Landlord and Tenant Must Know
A valid notice to quit is an important step in ending a tenancy, and Nigerian law sets out the principles that govern its validity and the landlord-tenant relationship.
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When Silence Costs Everything: Court Affirms Judgment Against Defendants Who Failed to Defend Land Dispute
Failing to properly defend a land dispute can have serious consequences, including the possibility of judgment being entered where a claim is not effectively contested.
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Garnishee Proceedings in Nigeria: How to Enforce a Money Judgment
Garnishee proceedings provide a legal means for enforcing a money judgment against funds belonging to a judgment debtor that are held by a third party.
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Fast-Track Justice in Nigeria: Summary Judgment vs. Undefended List Procedure
Summary judgment and the undefended list procedure offer faster routes for resolving suitable civil claims where the circumstances justify dispensing with a full trial.
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Can a Nigerian Court Grant Bail After Initially Refusing It?
A refusal of bail does not always end the matter. Nigerian courts may reconsider a further application where the circumstances and applicable law justify doing so.
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Money Laundering in Nigeria: What It Means, What Grounds the Charge, and the Possible Defenses
Money laundering offences in Nigeria involve specific legal requirements, and an accused person may challenge a charge based on the facts, applicable law and available defences.
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Naira Abuse in Nigeria: Legal Elements and Possible Defences
Naira abuse allegations in Nigeria require proof of specific legal elements, while the facts and applicable law may also determine the defences available to an accused person.
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5 Legal Documents Every Nigerian Business Owner Must Have
Five key legal documents can help Nigerian business owners establish clear business relationships, manage legal risks and protect their commercial interests.
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When Can a Judgment Be Set Aside in Nigeria?
Nigerian courts may set aside a judgment in appropriate circumstances, subject to established legal principles and the particular facts of each case.
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‘Allegedly’ as a Defence to Defamatory Statements: Does It Really Protect You?
Describing a defamatory statement as “alleged” or “allegedly” does not necessarily prevent liability for defamation under Nigerian law.
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Can You Represent Yourself in a Nigerian Court? Here’s What You Should Know
Representing yourself in a Nigerian court is possible in certain circumstances, but it involves important legal and practical considerations.