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The Upshot of Justice – Juxtaposition of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and Litigation viz-a-viz Conflict Resolution

The Upshot of Justice – Juxtaposition of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and Litigation viz-a-viz Conflict Resolution Introduction A critical analysis of ADR and litigation as contrasting approaches to conflict resolution discloses that the choice between these methods has significant impacts on the attainment of justice in legal proceedings, revealing the need for a comprehensive understanding […]

Unpacking Nigeria’s Same-sex Marriage (Prohibition) Act –  Atie, Oritsetsemaye Onataghoghome

Same-sex Marriage Prohibition Act

Unpacking Nigeria’s Same-sex Marriage (Prohibition) Act Introduction In 2013, Nigeria made headlines with the passage of the Same-Sex Marriage (Prohibition) Act, a legislation that not only reinforced traditional notions of marriage but also criminalized same-sex relationships. This Act has stirred significant debate, not only within Nigeria but also on the international stage, raising questions about […]

Fundamentals of Appeal (Right, Ground, Cross) – Ega Chinedu Bright

Fundamentals of Appeal

Fundamentals of Appeal Meaning Court of Appeal per Abdullahi, J.C.A in Anyanwu v UNIJOS1 defined an Appeal according to the Black’s Law Dictionary, 7th edition at page 94 as a proceeding undertaken to have a decision reviewed by bringing it to a higher authority. Also, in Ortom v Jime & Ors2, the Appellate Court described […]

Overview of the International Court of Justice ICJ ( History, Cases) – Victor Odii

International Court of Justice

Overview of the International Court of Justice The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is the principal judicial organ of United Nations (UN). Alternatively referred to as a “peace court”, the ICJ has played active roles in maintaining peace on international level, by settling disputes brought before it by member States, in accordance with international law, […]