Tag: Criminal Law
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What Happens After a Successful Defence of Insanity in Nigeria? Court of Appeal Clarifies the Consequence
What happens after a Nigerian court finds an accused person not guilty by reason of insanity? ABDULLAHI v. STATE (2026) LPELR-83007(CA) clarifies that such a finding does not necessarily result in immediate release from custody.
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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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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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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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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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Beyond the “Charge and Bail Lawyer” Label: Criminal Defence and Bail Representation in Nigeria
Criminal defence lawyers in Nigeria perform important legal work that extends beyond the stereotypes often associated with the term “charge and bail lawyer.”