Tag: nigerian family law
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Do Both Parties Have to Sign Divorce Papers in Nigeria?
Do both parties have to sign divorce papers in Nigeria? No. Under Nigerian law, a statutory marriage is not dissolved simply because both spouses sign an agreement or consent to the divorce. Divorce proceedings are commenced by filing a petition before the court, and only a competent court can grant a decree dissolving the marriage.
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Is a Promise to Marry Legally Enforceable in Nigeria?
A promise to marry may have legal consequences under Nigerian law. This article explains the essential elements of a breach of promise to marry and the Supreme Court’s position in Ezeanah v. Atta.
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Marriage, Paternity, and Inheritance Under Nigerian Law
Marriage, paternity and inheritance are closely connected under Nigerian law, particularly in determining the validity of family relationships and entitlement to inherit from an estate.
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A Look at Divorce Proceedings in Olaniyan v. Olaniyan: Testimony, Evidence, and Grounds for Dissolution
Divorce proceedings in Nigeria involve specific statutory requirements, including proof that a marriage has broken down irretrievably. Learn whether a petitioner must personally testify and the evidence required to support a petition for dissolution of marriage.
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Proving Desertion in Matrimonial Cases
Desertion is more than spouses living apart. Nigerian matrimonial law requires proof of specific elements before desertion can be relied upon in a petition for dissolution of marriage.