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Evidence Law: A Common Ground Between Civil And Criminal Litigation (Part 2) | Wale Adeagbo AICMC
DOCUMENTARY EVIDENCE Evidence tendered by the use of documents is simply referred to as documentary evidence. Section 258(1) of the Evidence Act, 2011, has defined the word document very extensively to include books, maps, plans, graphs, drawings, photographs, discs,...
Evidence Law: A Common Ground Between Civil And Criminal Litigation (Part 1) | Wale Adeagbo AICMC
INTRODUCTION Under the adversarial system of trial which Nigeria practices, the Court itself cannot undertake a search for relevant evidence, but must reach its decision solely on the basis of such evidence as is presented by the parties.[1] In the Nigerian legal...
Sujimoto’s empty apartments in Ikoyi By Sijibomi Ogundele
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Mapping the Nigeria Gaming Industry (1): Legal & Socio – Cultural factors By Yahaya Maikori
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Re-Invigorating Members’Commitment through Small Claims Arbitration, ODR & Institutionalization of Mentorship – Ahmed Adetola-Kazeem
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Does an Infidelity Postnuptial Agreement Prevent Cheating? By Marni Feuerman
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What do you think about this discriminatory law?
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Ibrahim Abdullahi vs. National Pension Commission & ARM Pension Limited (FHC/ABJ/CS/22/16) by: Kehinde Okunola
Brief Facts: The Applicant was an employee of Julius Berger Nigeria Plc, but whose employment was...
Shares: What does it mean in a Company? By Teingo Inko-Tariah
Introduction Profit making ventures are usually registered as companies limited by shares or...
PENALTY FOR KIDNAPPING
The rate of kidnapping in Nigeria has risen considerably in the last ten years. Not less than...
Can a Director of a private company be appointed by a Will? by Teingo Inko-Tariah
Mr Arrowhead, a very prominent Nigerian suffered a stroke and was flown abroad where he received...
The Top 14 Things Landlords Wish Tenants Knew
Editor’s Note: - This article was initially posted on 6th February, 2015, on Time...
Legal & Commercial Issues in International Project Finance By Adetutu Oluwaseyi
Background International Project finance typically involves multiple parties from different...
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Top Tips for Perfecting Your Court Room Craft Part 1 By Stephanie Solomon
Since 2014 I have been based at the Royal Courts of Justice (London, UK) and I have had the...
You can jilt a lover but not a child
While dating, many people have complained of getting dumped by their partners, it simply means...
When fuel queues and LASTMA Jams You
If you ever have to travel on Awolowo Road, in Ikoyi, Lagos during a period of fuel scarcity, you...
IF I SLAP YOU
There is this popular belief that members of the Yoruba tribe in Nigeria are never one to...
YOU BE THIEF?
You be thief I no be thief You be rogue I no be rogue You dey steal I no dey steal You be armed...
Your suicide attempt had better be successful
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A few things about the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT)
The Code of Conduct Tribunal is established by Section 15(1) of the Fifth Schedule, of the 1999...
Regulatory Compliance: A panacea to dysfunctional Corporate Governance by Opeyemi Adagbada
Often times, ‘Governance’ refers to the action and manner of governing. Corporate governance is...
The penalty for killing another human being
I remember sitting in court a couple of years ago, waiting for my client’s case to be called and...
Intellectual property as an asset: How valuable are our ideas? by Jerry Chiemeke
The term "intellectual property" is broad, and is widely used to refer to intangible...
Are abortions legal in Nigeria?
Though abortions are illegal in Nigeria, according to the US-based Guttmacher Institute,...
Survey:How Much Do Nigerian Lawyers Earn? by Babatunde Ibidapo-Obe
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THE REQUIREMENTS FOR SHIP REGISTRATION IN NIGERIA Osinuga Damilola B.L, ACIArb (UK)
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SAMPLE – AFFIDAVIT OF LOSS
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How to make your police complaints via @policeNG_CRU
#InternationalPoliceBrutalityDay The Nigeria Police Force and other stakeholders (both...
INTERVIEW: A.B.Mahmoud SAN on THE FUTURE OF THE NIGERIAN LEGAL MARKET
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10 Frequently asked questions when negotiating a record deal
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Recovery of assets and funds misappropriated from Nigeria.
Breakfast Briefing, Law Society, Chancery Lane, 0830-1030, 23.03.16 The Law Society in conjunction...
So You Want to Rent a Property In Lagos, Nigeria? Get Familiar with these Terms
It’s funny how when renting a new place, a lot of us painstakingly find the ideal place,...
Legal options available to victims of Medical Negligence in Nigeria- Ahmed Adetola-Kazeem, MCIArb (UK)
INTRODUCTION Due to the low level of public enlightenment in Nigeria as to the rights of victims...
BOOK YOUR TABLES FOR NIGERIAN LEGAL AWARDS 2016
snapshot of over 500 top lawyers and business executives who were guests at the Nigerian Legal...
Enterprenuership and the Law by Kayode Omosehin
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Lere Fashola on how law firms can make their Nigerian Legal Awards entries standout and get the judges’ positive nod.
The Nigerian Legal Awards (NLA) is not based on sentiments, not on how much you pay, relationship...
APPALLING DIVISION by Jacinta Obinugwu
Over the years, the most general definition of International Law is that International law is a...
Electricity Customer Rights and Obligations
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When a Police officer can arrest without a warrant
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Penalty for abducting females in Nigeria
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Why do Police use excessive force to make arrest
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8 tips on how to be Harvey Specter
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DOING BUSINESS IN NIGERIA: EASY STEPS TO STARTING A COMPANY
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Toyin Sanni, Group Chief Executive Officer, UBA Capital Plc to Judge Nigerian Legal Awards
Mrs Oluwatoyin Sanni, is the Group MD/CEO of UBA Capital Plc and Chairperson of the Capital Market...
Edmund Boyo, Co-Head Africa Practice, Clifford Chance LLP joins panel of judges for the Nigerian Legal Awards
We are proud to welcome Mr Edmund Boyo, Co-Head Africa Practice and Partner (Frankfurt) at the...
Whats Fair and Reasonable? by Jacinta N. Obinugwu
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Mark Molyneux Partner/Co-Head, Africa Business Group, Addleshaw Goddard LLP. join panel of judges for Nigerian Legal Awards
Mark Molyneux specialises in commercial litigation and has significant experience of leading large...
Dr Adesegun Akin-Olugbade, OON, Executive Director/General Counsel, Africa Finance Corporation to Chair Panel of Judges of the Nigerian Legal Awards
Dr. Adesegun Akin-Olugbade is Executive Director and General Counsel of the Africa Finance...
Andrew Balfour, Chairman, Africa Practice Group, Slaughter and May joins panel of Judges of the Nigerian Legal Awards
Andrew is Chairman of our Africa Practice Group and is responsible for shaping the firm’s Africa...
Philip Stopford, Andrew Jones, John Miles, Kem Ihenacho To Join Panel Of Judges For The Nigerian Legal Awards
The organisers of the Nigerian Legal Awards have announced the appointment of some international...
Nomination opens for the 2016 edition of the Nigerian Legal Awards on 1st March 2016
The 2016 edition of the annual Nigerian Legal Awards launched recently with a call for the leading...
The Importance of a Bill of Lading in International Trade by Damilola Osinuga
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#Didyouknow – Police Arrest
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Will you fight to protect your rights
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DIVORCE, DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND DEATH By Akinyemi Ayinoluwa.
“Bolanle, battered wife of deposed Deji of Akure dies.“ – July, 13, 2011. “Akolade Arowolo stabs...
CORPS MEMBERS & @StandtoEndRape SENSITIZATION AGAINST DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND RAPE
Members of the Lagos State National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Editorial and Publicity Community...
REMEDY FOR UNLAWFUL DETENTION
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FORMAT: LOAN AGREEMENT
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IF YOU GET CAUGHT PRINTING FAKE NAIRA
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THE COCAINE BUSINESS
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DISPLAY OF PRESIDENT’S AND GOVERNOR’S PICTURES: STATUTORY REQUIREMENT OR NAY
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COMPANY OBLIGATIONS AFTER INCORPORATION by Adedunmade Onibokun
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TOWARDS AN EFFECTIVE DIVERSIFICATION OF THE NIGERIAN ECONOMY by Odoemenam Chidi
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LANDLORDS DUTY TO PUT PROPERTY IN TENANTABLE CONDITION by Rosemond Phil-Othihiwa
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DID YOU KNOW: Capital punishment for pregnant women
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PAROLE FOR NIGERIAN PRISONERS
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PAY YOUR PERSONAL INCOME TAX NOW
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PROCUDRE FOR EXTRADITION IN NIGERIA
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IF I WAS PRESIDENT by Chika Maduakolam
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YOU CAN PLEA BARGAIN IN NIGERIA by Adedunmade Onibokun
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WE NEED TO DOMESTICATE OUR INTERNATIONAL TREATIES by Adedunmade Onibokun
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KEY CLAUSES TO NEGOTIATE IN AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT by Ivie Omoregie
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DUTIES OF COMPANY BOARD OF DIRECTORS
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PERSONS LIABLE FOR DEPORTATION
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CAN POLICE SEARCH MY CAR?
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DID YOU KNOW: – PENALTY FOR HUMAN TRAFFICKING
Do you know that all forms of human trafficking in Nigeria are prohibited? Any person who...
ONE WAY TO REDUCE COST OF LITIGATION FOR COUNSEL AND PARTIES
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TAXATION OF FOREIGN COMPANIES IN NIGERIA by Odoemenam Chidi
The recent and drastic fall in oil prices in the global market has hit hard on oil revenue...
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THE CHRISTMAS DEED
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Standard Bank $30 Million fine – the issues by Babatunde Akinyanju
On Monday 30th November 2015, in a crowded courtroom at the High Court in London, legal history...
ENHANCING QUALITY OF LEGAL PRACTICE IN NIGERIA: HOW G. ELIAS GOT ISO CERTIFICATION
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APPRAISAL OF THE NIPC PIONEER STATUS INCENTIVE REGULATIONS 2014 by Micheal Dugeri
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ENTERTAINMENT AND POLITICS: STRANGE BED-FELLOWS by Kayode Omosehin
Politics in Nigeria is taking a new dimension as power has changed hands from one political party...
SUCCEEDING AS A 21ST CENTURY YOUNG LAWYER IN NIGERIA by Senator Ihenyen
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CRIMINAL LIABILITY FOR SPREADING AIDS
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POLICE ACTING AS DEBT RECOVERY AGENTS
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LEGAL AGE FOR SEX IN NIGERIA
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HOW SELF DEFENSE WORKS
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DID YOU KNOW: CYBER TERRORISM
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ROBBING AN ATM
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DID YOU KNOW:PENALTY FOR RAPE
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DID YOU KNOW: LEGAL AGE FOR MARRIAGE IN NIGERIA
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LEGAL PERSONALITY – BABATUNDE FAGBOHUNLU, SAN
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DID YOU KNOW: PENALTY FOR HACKERS
Any person, who without authorization, intentionally accesses in whole or in part, a computer...
RULES ON TRADING IN UNLISTED SECURITIES by Oyinkansola Annie.
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YOU HAVE RIGHT TO REMAIN SILENT IF POLICE ARREST YOU
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TIME TO SERVE A QUIT NOTICE
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BEFORE YOU SIGN THAT DOCUMENT by Feranmi Akinluyi.
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COMPLIANCE CHALLENGES OF LAGOS STATE CONSUMPTION TAX by Sogo Akinola
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ARBITRATION CLAUSE IN DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL COMMERCIAL TRANSACTION
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Doing Business in Nigeria: A Brief Legal Guide by Babatunde Ibidapo Obe
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DIRECTORS: LEGAL APPROACHES TO CONFLICTING CORPORATE INTERESTS by Adeleke Solanke
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Is Presumptive Tax the answer to Tax Evasion in Nigeria? by Sogo Akinola
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HOW TO REMOVE A MEMBER OF THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY
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Intestate Succession in Nigeria: What is the Status of Children Born Out of Wedlock?
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AIRCRAFT LEASE IN NIGERIA: ADDRESSING THE CONCERN OF THE LESSOR by Olumide Oyinloye
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Customer Care: A Wake Up Call by Chika Maduakolam
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INTERNET DEFAMATION: KEEPING PACE WITH THE LAW by Kayode Omosehin
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PERSPECTIVES ON UNLAWFUL DETENTION IN NIGERIA by Kayode Omosehin
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THE EVOLUTION OF DIVORCE LAW AND PRACTICE IN NIGERIA by ABIMBOLA LAOYE
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DOES YOUR BOSS PAY YOUR PENSION?
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LEGAL REMEDIES FOR DELAYED FLIGHTS by Sogo Akinola
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OPINION: The Imperativeness of Justice in Nigeria: Fact or Fiction? by Arikor Ogonnaya
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The role of Nigerian lawyers in our society
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WHY WE NEED TO CHANGE THIS NATION
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My Encounter With Boko Haram Foot Soldiers – Barrister Aisha
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Features of good tax system By Michael Olulenu
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Before admission into the University and upon graduation from Law School, I had always known the...
Proposed VAT increment: Common man’s nightmare
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Dismissal of a director who has gone missing by Kayode Omosehin
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TheLearnedFriends holds first Digital – Legal Conference
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THE VIOLENCE AGAINST PERSONS ACT 2015 (PART 1)
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OATH OF OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
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LAWYERS BEWARE
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WHY YOU SHULD PAY YOUR TAX
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CBN BANS FOREIGN MONEY FOR BUSINESS
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OFFENCES ON ELECTION DAY
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AN OPEN LETTER TO PRESIDENT GOODLUCK EBELE JONATHAN
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VOTE LEGALNAIJA AS BEST TOPICAL BLOG
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HOW GOVT HAS BREACHED OUR FUNDAMENTAL HUMAN RIGHTS
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THE ONLY WAY TO REMOVE INEC CHAIRMAN
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HOW TO PLEAD INSANITY
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PENALTY FOR SECRET CULT MEMBERS
My first experience with unlawful societies was in the University, where I got to hear about and...
HOW TO BE AN ACCESORY TO CRIME
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WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THE ELECTION PROCEDURE
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ONLY REASON WHY ELECTIONS CAN BE POSTPONED BY LAW
There have been many agents of political parties, candidates and persons calling for the...
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SAME EVENT; DIFFERENT RESPONSES – CRITICAL TRAJECTORIES by Arikor Collins
While the ink was yet to dry on this piece, I immediately was forcefully torn between a confusing...
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PENALTY FOR ARSON UNDER THE LAW
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PENALTY FOR DEALING IN STOLEN PROPERTY
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WELCOME TO 2015
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Various penalties for crimes & offences under Nigerian law
I attended a military secondary school in the heart of Abeokuta and trust me, aside from the...
PENALTY FOR BRIBERY DURING ELECTIONS
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PROFILE – PROF. YEMI OSIBAJO SAN
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PENALTY FOR IMPERSONATION
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PENALTY FOR IMPROPER USE OF VOTER’S CARDS
Editor’s note: This is the second post in a series informing the public on Electoral offences, you...
CREATING AN INVESTMENT CULTURE: NO RIGHT TIME TO INVEST By Ahmed O Banu
“A stitch in time saves nine” said a tailor down the road. I am very sure a lot of us would have...
THE DUTIES YOU OWE YOUR EMPLOYER
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OFFENCES & PENALTY ON PUBLIC HEALTH IN NIGERIA
The public health of a society or community is very important to the general welfare of everyone...
PENALTY FOR BUYING AND SELLING VOTERS’ CARDS
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PHOTOS FROM THE 3RD NBA IKEJA ANNUAL YOUNG LAWYERS FORUM 2014
THE CHALLENGES CONFRONTING WOMEN IN LEGAL PRACTICE
(Being the Paper Delivered by Mrs. FunmiFalana at the Young Lawyers’ Forum, NBA (IKEJA CHAPTER)...
REGISTRATION OF FOREIGN JUDGMENT IN NIGERIA by Bolarinwa Awujoola.
1.0 As of today, the applicable law on the registration...
PROFILE: FIDELIS ODITA QC SAN
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HOW TO SERVE A NOTICE TO QUIT IN LAGOS
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INFO ABOUT YOUR CONTRACT OF EMPLOYMENT
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Born in 1956 in Akuku-Toru, Rivers State, Ajumogobia holds law degrees from the University of...
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Credit - www.artcleaning.co.uk “A Felony” means an offence on conviction for which a person...
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OPINION- DUTIES OF ALL NIGERIAN CITIZENS
I just tried taking a quick nap during my lunch break but I couldn’t because 2 of my colleagues...
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NBA YOUNG LAWYERS FORUM ANNUAL SEMINAR 2014
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INVITATION TO THE BRITISH NIGERIA LAW FORUM CHRISTMAS PARTY
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COMMISSION ON STOCK MARKET TRANSACTIONS NOW EXEMPTED FROM VAT
credit - theeagleonline.com.ng Introduction The Value Added Tax Act (“VAT Act”) has...
SUCCEED WITH LEGAL WRITING by Senator Ihenyen
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Those terrible weeks in their camp by Human Rights Watch
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Credit- Google As I am prone to do with my opinion pieces, I state a disclaimer; these...
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General elections in Nigeria are fast approaching, political parties, candidates, party thugs...
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