Proof Of Defection In Nigeria: A Pipe Dream In View Of The Supreme Court Decision In Appeal No. SC/CV/1174/2024
Proof Of Defection In Nigeria: A Pipe Dream In View Of The Supreme Court Decision In Appeal No. SC/CV/1174/2024 This article considers proof of membership of another political party after defection, as condition precedent for a member of parliament to lose his seat. This is in view of the Supreme Court judgement in Appeal No. […]
Institutional Investors in Crypto, How They Invest and What They Buy
Institutional crypto investment has transformed the digital asset market, bringing liquidity, legitimacy, and adoption. Unlike retail investors, institutional investors in crypto operate on a larger scale, leveraging structured strategies and regulatory-compliant frameworks. The Rise of Institutional Investment in Cryptocurrency The institutional adoption of crypto assets began gaining traction in 2020, with major firms making strategic […]
Anti-Suit Injunctions: An Appraisal Of Judicial Attitude To The Concept Of Party Autonomy In Nigeria
Abstract The concept of party autonomy is one which is at the core of arbitration; It presupposes that parties are at liberty to determine how their disputes should be resolved. To preserve the integrity of the arbitral process, the court must recognize and give effect to the mutual choice of the parties where it is […]
Judicial Immunity In Nigeria
Judicial Immunity In Nigeria For an effective administration of justice and judicial integrity is the need for judicial immunity in Nigeria. Judicial immunity has gained currency in disparate jurisdictions, such as the United States of America and India respectively. However, the protectionist shield enjoyed by judicial officers is not absolute. The application of judicial immunity, […]
How International Financial Centres Have Aided Corruption In Africa
How International Financial Centres Have Aided Corruption In Africa (With Specific Reference To Three African Countries) There are criticisms on the role played by International Financial Centers in facilitating the illicit financial flow of public resources from the African continent to undisclosed foreign accounts and treasuries. African leaders are offered the options of secretive banking […]
Understanding Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking: Legal Framework and Enforcement ( Both International and Nigeria) “JUDGE LYDIA MUGAMBE”, as a case study
Understanding Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking: Legal Framework and Enforcement ( Both International and Nigeria) “JUDGE LYDIA MUGAMBE”, as a case study Imagine being promised a better life abroad, only to arrive and find yourself trapped—your passport confiscated, forced to work under inhumane conditions with no escape. Modern slavery and human trafficking remain some of […]
Does the President Have the Power to Remove or Suspend a Democratically Elected Governor of a State? – Ornguga Victor Terkaa
Does the President Have the Power to Remove or Suspend a Democratically Elected Governor of a State? The recent declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State has sparked a heated constitutional debate, particularly concerning the purported suspension of the Governor, Deputy Governor, and Members of the State House of Assembly. This development raises […]
5 Steps to a Successful Workers Compensation Claim in Brisbane QLD
Workplace injuries can have significant physical, emotional, and financial consequences. If you have been injured on the job in Brisbane, it is important to understand how to file a workers compensation claim effectively to receive the financial and medical support you need. Engaging experienced WorkCover lawyers Brisbane can help you navigate the process, avoid common […]
INEC Chairman and Election: Can He Cast His Vote During Election?
INEC Chairman and Election: Can He Cast His Vote During Election? Nigeria, as a democratic country, prioritizes voters’ rights; everyone has the right to vote and to be voted for. If such a person does not fall under the category of people who are legally disqualified—a person who is under the age of 18 years […]
The Concept of Character Evidence Under the Evidence Act
The Concept of Character Evidence Under the Evidence Act If common sense were to be given free rein it would be proper to take the good or bad character of a party to a suit into consideration in deciding the question whether he is liable for civil wrong or guilty of an offence. An obvious […]