Category: Criminal Law
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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.
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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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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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When Can a Notice of Appeal Be Amended in Nigeria?
Nigerian appellate courts may permit a notice of appeal to be amended, even at an advanced stage of proceedings, where the amendment serves the interests of justice and does not cause undue prejudice.
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Breaking Down Service of Notices of Appeal
Proper service of a notice of appeal is important in Nigerian appellate practice, but where the respondent has received and is aware of the notice, an objection based solely on the manner of service may not succeed.
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When to Draw the Line: Courts and Preliminary Objections in Nigerian Law
Preliminary objections are intended to address threshold issues and should not be used to determine substantive matters before those issues are properly heard.
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How to Apply for Bail in Nigeria: Administrative Bail vs Court Bail
Bail allows a suspect to be released from custody while awaiting investigation or trial. This guide explains the difference between administrative bail granted by law enforcement agencies and court bail granted by judges in Nigeria. The guide also explains how to apply for bail.
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What to Do If a Security Agency Invites You for Questioning in Nigeria
Being invited for questioning by a security or law enforcement agency in Nigeria can be intimidating. Learn the difference between an invitation, arrest, and detention, understand your rights, and know when it may be appropriate to seek legal advice.
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The Administration of Criminal Justice Act (ACJA) 2015 Explained
The Administration of Criminal Justice Act (ACJA) 2015 introduced important reforms to Nigeria’s criminal justice system. This article explains the purpose, key provisions and practical significance of the ACJA, including protections against arrest by proxy, safeguards relating to confessions, bail, plea bargaining, witness protection and non-custodial sentencing.
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Advance Fee Fraud in Nigeria: Meaning, Common Scams and What to Do If You Are a Victim
Learn what advance fee fraud is in Nigeria, common scams to watch out for, warning signs and the steps to take if you believe you have been defrauded.