Category: Constitutional Law & Human Rights
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Can Law Enforcement Agencies Freeze Your Bank Account in Nigeria?
Can law enforcement agencies freeze your bank account in Nigeria? This article explains the legal position, the role of court orders, and what to do if your account is restricted during a financial crime investigation.
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Change of Name Under Nigerian Law: Legal Effect on Rights, Identity, and Proceedings
Nigerian courts have consistently held that a change of name does not extinguish legal rights or invalidate legal proceedings. This article examines key decisions of the Court of Appeal on personal names, corporate identity, and electoral disputes.
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The Right to Peaceful Assembly and Association in Nigeria
Section 40 of the 1999 Constitution guarantees every Nigerian the right to peaceful assembly and association. This article explains the scope, limits, and judicial interpretation of the right to freedom of association in Nigeria.
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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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Freedom of Expression, Public Commentary and Defamation in Nigeria.
Freedom of expression and the protection of reputation can come into conflict when public commentary, criticism or online discussions concern identifiable individuals. Nigerian defamation law considers the words used, their context, the meaning conveyed and the circumstances of publication when determining whether a statement may give rise to legal liability.