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The Nigerian Lawyer’s Reading List: Essential Books for Every Area of Practice
The Nigerian Lawyer's Reading List: Essential Books for Every Area of Practice From corporate transactions to election petitions — the titles that serious Nigerian lawyers are ordering, reading, and billing from. What separates a good Nigerian lawyer from a great one?...
90% of Nigerians face a legal problem in their lifetime. Only 5% ever reach a lawyer
90% of Nigerians face a legal problem in their lifetime. Only 5% ever reach a lawyer Every day, Nigerians with genuine legal needs search for qualified lawyers they can trust. The Legalnaija Directory is where that search ends — and where your next instruction begins....
Why You Need A Will / @AOCLegal
A Will is a legal document prepared by a Testator stating how his/her estate should be distributed...
Learn Legal Terms Via Olumide Babalola Law Dictionary
Learn legal terms via the Olumide Babalola Law Dictionary
INTERVIEW: This year’s Conference will be the best ever says Barr. Kunle Edun, NBA National Publicity Secretary
In preparation for the 2019 Annual General Conference of the Nigerian Bar Association, Legalnaija...
TCCP 2019 AGC Notice Update
We wish to advise intending conferees to register for the conference only with their correct...
NBAAGC UPDATE- Registration for the #NBAAGC2019 has commenced
The Technical Committee on Conference Planning ("TCCP") of the Nigerian Bar Association ("NBA")...
NBA AGC 2019 Update: NBA Reduces Participation Fees Across Board
The Technical Committee on Conference Planning ("TCCP") of the Nigerian Bar Association ("NBA")...
IP ABC – Question of the Week
We are TechieHealth, a mobile-health service provider in Nigeria. Recently, we contracted an app...
Data Protection Bill 2019: Google, Facebook Other Internet Intermediaries Must Keep Data Within Nigeria
The Data Protection Bill (HB 01) 2019 which is before the Nigerian Senate and has been...
The Law In Nigeria And The Realities Of Modern Commercial Arbitration – Basit Kolapo, Saka
INTRODUCTION As the world continues to integrate, business and economic transactions have become...
NBA-AGC 2019 UPDATE; Young Lawyers To Enjoy 25% Early Bird Registration Discount At NBA Annual Conference
The Nigerian Bar Association Technical Committee for the Conference Planning of the 2019 Annual...
What is the penalty for attempted suicide in Nigeria
Section 327 of the Criminal Code Act states that any person who attempts to kill himself is...
Provisions of the 2017 Compulsory Treatment And Care For Victims Of Gunshots Act
The law mandating the compulsory treatment of gunshot victims was passed by the 8th Senate and...
Lawyers On The Couch Talk Factors To Consider When Choosing A Business Structure
In this new video, lawyers on the couch, Akinyemi and Adedunmade consider the factors to...
@BNLF_UK Mental Health Awareness Event Happening Next Week
British Nigeria Law Forum Mental Health Awareness event sponsored by Doughty Street Chambers &...
Ashafa, Chairman Senate Committee on Land Transport On Adequate Rail Coaches
ASHAFA ASSURES NIGERIANS OF ADDITIONAL COACHES TO EASE THE CHALLENGES BEING FACED AT THE...
Update: Federal Government of Nigeria V Nigerian Agip Oil Company Limited
The Federal Government of Nigeria has filed Appeals against the judgments of Justice Olateruogun J...
Legal Term via Olumide Babalola Law Dictionary
Revocation of Right Of Occupancy A right of occupancy may be revoked by the Governor for...
Bodily Sovereignty | Nonso Anyasi
The legal philosopher John Locke postulated in his Two Treatises on Government that every man has...
Did You Know This Legal Fact
Intellectual Property and Brand Protection in the Food and Spice Industry | Infusion Lawyers
All over the world, food and spice are vital to human life. Food deliciously sustains life,...
Supporting Pro Bono In Nigeria #PaulUsoroChallenge
With the high number of Nigerians living in extreme poverty, there comes a huge number of citizens...
Bill Tracker – Nigeria Police Reform Bill 2019
On Wednesday the 17th of April, 2019, the Nigerian Senate passed the much awaited Police Reform...
The Business Of Law Practice/ What Law School Does Not Teach You | Olivia Muzan Esq.
Long Title - BUILDING THE LAW FIRM OF THE FUTURE: THE BUSINESS OF LAW PRACTICE/WHAT LAW...
I Am Being Prosecuted For Professional Fees | Paul Usoro SAN
While speaking with Tunde Oyesina in an interview reported by The Nigerian Lawyer, Paul Usoro SAN...
Tips For Your Uber Car Hire Agreements
Do you drive a Uber or Bolt (Taxify) or do you own the car being used for a Uber or Bolt service,...
Family Law Tip – What is Condonation?
The definition of condonation is the act of forgiving, excusing or overlooking a wrong-doing. In...
Legal Term Via Babalola Law Dictionary
Legal Term - Oust Learn & Share via @babalolalawdictionary . #law #legal #blawg #just...
Cyber –Squatting In Nigeria | Madu Blessing
The world today is indeed a global village. It has revolved around technology and the...
2019 Election Petitions:The Judiciary can help Sanitize Nigerian Electoral System. | Raymond Nkannebe; Esq.
With the limitation period for the presentation of petitions flowing from the just concluded...
Pigeon-holing the Ground of Non-qualification of a Party Candidate in Pre and Post-Election Matters |Prince Ikechukwu Nwafuru
In election petition and pre-election litigation, it is common to see lawyers and litigants go off...
Decisions Of The National Executive Council, A Lesson In Due Process
Major decisions that affect the welfare of lawyers are usually decided by the National Executive...
The Obligation of an Employer to Give a Work Reference | Michael Dugeri
Employers quite frequently do seek legal advice on their obligation to give work/employment...
MTN Nigeria and NBA Lagos Branch Host Corporate Counsel Masterclass
As part of its efforts to support capacity building in the legal profession, the Lagos branch of...
The role of a legal practitioner in the administration of justice: can a legal practitioner win or lose a case?|Henry Chibuike Ugwu.
INTRODUCTION It has become rampant to see legal practitioners tout their perceived success rates...
What is the Penatly For Sharing Nudes Online
Question - What is the Penalty for sharing nudes...
Responsible & Responsive Governance: X-Raying the Paul Usoro Leadership of the Nigerian Bar Association in the light of the “Putting You First” Mantra
The Making of Responsible & Responsive Governance: X-Raying the Paul Usoro Leadership of the...
NBA President, Paul Usoro SAN’s Address At The NBA NEC Meeting
ADDRESS DELIVERED AT THE NBA NATIONAL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (“NEC”) MEETING AT THE NBA SECRETARIAT...
MTN lawyers say AGF’s legal arguments unacceptable and unknown to law
Fireworks continued today as MTN Nigeria and the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister...
Legal effects of Condonation in Employment Relations | Michael Dugeri
Condonation means the forgiveness, purposeful disregard, or tacit approval by a victim of...
Pro Bono Lawyers Can Win Big In The Paul Usoro Challenge
Pro Bono Lawyers are set to win big in Season 3 of the Paul Usoro Challenge. To participate, all...
Membership Rights Of A Company | Blessing C. Madu
A Business can attract investors other than the business owner. A major way for the investor to...
IP ABC —IP Rights and Confidential Information: Whether IP Infringement or Breach of Confidence
Question of the Week Dear IP ABC I am Ade Adeyoju, Founder of E-Estates, an internet...
My wedding album and I Part 2: An analysis of the position of Intellectual property rights to Paparazzi photos.
Having written the first article on this topic I had intended to write another article on a second...
Social Media Report Of NBA’s Query To Aliyu Umar SAN | Paul Usoro SAN
1. My attention has just been drawn to social media reports of this morning on the purported query...
Paul Usoro SAN And NBA’s Exemplary Work At #NigeriaDecides2019
The Nigerian Bar Association under the leadership of the Learned Silk, Mr. Paul Usoro SAN, did an...
2ND Interim Report Of The Nigerian Bar Association Election Working Group On The 2019 Gubernatorial And Houses Of Assembly Elections Which Held on SATURDAY, 9TH MARCH, 2019.
Preamble The Independent National Electoral Commission (“INEC”) on Saturday, March 9, 2019...
Minors in Football in Nigeria: Safeguarding their Rights and Preventing Exploitation
Minors in football in Nigeria are part of a global system that is often exploited. In the last two...
Aviation Cabotage Policy to Resolve Nigeria’s Imbalanced Bilateral Air Service Agreements | Dr. ‘Wole Akinyeye
Imbalance of Nigeria’s Bilateral Air Service Agreements Bilateral Air Service Agreements are...
The Impact of Constitutional Alterations on the Jurisdiction of the Supreme Court: Supreme Court’s Observation in Shittu Vs. PAN LTD Revisited
INTRODUCTION The Supreme Court, per Rhodes-Vivour, JSC in Shittu v PAN Ltd 2018 15 NWLR (pt 1642)...
Economic Tort of Interference – A Tortious Liability that Could Negatively Impact Business Projections | Kofo Olabalu
The tort of interference is one of the most unpopular tortious liabilities which players in the...
Cryptocurrency and Government Regulation in Nigeria | Bisi Akodu (Mrs.)
Cryptocurrnecy in Nigeria is one of the major off shoots of the Technology wave that has changed...
Legalnaija Tip – What Is A Non – Compete Agreement
From @aoc.legal - Executing a Non - Compete Agreement can save your business from...
Happy International Women’s Day 2019
Women are the largest untapped reservoir of talent in the world. - @hillaryclinton . We celebrate...
Impact Of Technology On Employment In Nigeria | Adeyemi O. Owoade, ESQ
Technology has and continues to impart all aspects of human existence. Work and Employment are no...
Quick Review Of The CBN’s Anti-Money Laundering/Combating The Financing Of Terrorism (Aml/Cft) Policy And Procedure Manual | B.K. SAKA
INTRODUCTION The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) introduced new rules to prevent money laundering in...
Impact of Pornographic or Sensual Advertisements on the Consuming Populace| Akpan, Emaediong Ofonime *
The spate of pornographic advertisement is on the increase today due to the fact that sex is being...
90 Young Lawyers enter 2nd Edition of Babalola’s Law Dictionary Quiz Competition.
At the close of entry into the 2nd edition of the Babalola’s Law Dictionary Quiz Competition, a...
Get Personalised Study ,Visa & Scholarships Advice at the Study UK Fair
Are you considering an international education? No better way to evaluate your options than by...
1st Interim Report Of The Nigerian Bar Association Election Workinggroup (2019 Nba-Ewg) On The 2019 Presidential And National Assembly Electionswhich Held On Saturday, 23rd February, 2019
Preamble The Presidential and National Assembly Elections were conducted by the Independent...
THE ONNOGHEN ASSET DECLARATION DISPUTE: A DISPASSIONATE LOOK AT NIGERIAN BAR ASSOCIATION, ITS TRADUCERS AND THE VERDICT OF HISTORY
There are insinuations in some quarters that the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) is in support of...
Become A Legal Expert in Fintech; Take The Career Training For Lawyers
Fintech brings together an integrated multipractice to support clients with transactions, disputes...
Termination Of Football Contracts: What Is “Just Cause”? (2) |
INTRODUCTION As a sequel to the first part of this article which examined “just cause”...
Termination Of Football Contracts: What Is ‘Just Cause’? (1) | Sportlicitors
Introduction The principle of FIFA as contained in Article 13 of the RSTP is that,...
A Short History of the Cruel and Terrible Second Regime of Muhammadu Buhari | by Ayo Sogunro
The beginning of an autocracy When Muhammadu Buhari won the 2015 presidential elections, the...
Call For Articles For Publication In The Journal Of The Section Of legal Practice
The Section on Legal Practice Law Journal (SLPJ) is a high impact peer review publication of the...
The NBA, Judiciary, Rule Of Law And 20 SANs
The Nigerian Judiciary and by extension the Nigerian Bar Association has always been revered and...
Capital Market, Corporate Structuring & Finance Training For Lawyers
Corporate finance lawyers advise companies on all aspects of the buying and selling of...
More Questions, Less Answers To The Proposed Reform | Ogaga Emoghwanre ESQ
What are the intentions of the learned silks who orchestrated this reform? If it is not self...
Reform, Rebellion Or Ruin | Udems
I have read that some 20 senior lawyers want to reform the legal profession. There is nothing...
Chatham House Common Futures Conversations
@chathamhouse_org in partnership with Robert Bosch Stiftung is launching the Common Features...
How The Buhari Administration defiled the Nigerian Temple of Justice | Orji Agwu Uka
It is now a week to the day since Major General Muhammadu Buhari (Rtd) the 15th Nigerian Head of...
Our President Has surpassed Himself In The Subversion Of Justice | Prof Ben Nawbueze
Long Title BY HIS STATEMENT WHILE SUSPENDING THE CHIEF JUSTICE OF NIGERIA FROM OFFICE, OUR...
Power Of Court To Convict Based On A Confession
Mr X was arrested for stealing by the police, on arrival at the station he made a voluntary...
Join Us On Legalnaija Live Chat Every Month
Every month Legalnaija will be bringing you access to some of the best lawyers specializing in...
NBA Thanks Lawyers For Standing Firm For The Rule Of Law
*NBA PRESIDENT EXPRESSES GRATITUDE TO ALL LAWYERS WHO STOOD FIRM ON DUE PROCESS* The...
2nd Edition Of Babalola’s Law Dictionary Quiz Competition Is Here
2ND EDITION OF BABALOLA’S LAW DICTIONARY QUIZ COMPETITION TO HOLD ON THE 7TH DAY OF JUNE 2019 IN...
Exclusive: NJC Saves The Day; Gives Justices Onnoghen & Tanko Muhammad 7 Days To Respond To Petition
The National Judicial Council has weighed in on the controversy that has engulfed the Nigerian...
#NigeriaDecides2019: Political Decisions and Its Economic Effects | B.K. Saka, Esq.
The Independent National Electoral Commission on January 9, 2018 released the official timetable...
Crypto-Currency Anarchy – A Comparative Overview | Michael Jonathan Numa
Over the last 7years, crypto-currencies have evolved tremendously and has increasingly established...
Nigerian Code of Corporate Governance 2018: necessity or superfluity? | Teingo Inko – Tariah
Preamble Plans to harmonize the corporate governance legal framework in Nigeria began in January,...
NBA Institutes Technical Committee For Planning The 2019 Annual Conference
NBA 2019 Annual General Conference – Technical Committee For Conference Planning 1. Sequel to the...
IP ABC: Question Of The Week
We are Artify, an artificial intelligence (AI) contents-generation company for news sites around...
Duties Of Company Directors
Many CEOs always wonder why they must have Directors when registering their companies, it's their...
Legalnaija Property Law Tip
Have you ever heard the allegations that members of a certain community/tribe or ethnicity usually...
Consent Of The Attorney General Pursuant To S.84(1) of the Sheriffs & Civil Processes Act – Did CBN v. Interstella Decision Nullify The Pre-Condition?
Enforcement of Monetary Judgment vide Garnishee Proceedings against State entities especially...
Paul Usoro SAN speaks on Powers & Jurisdiction Of The CCT
In this TV interview with Arise News, Paul Usoro SAN, the NBA President speaks on the Powers and...
Court Order Directing The CCT To Stay Proceedings In The Matter Against Tne CJN
The Abuja Division of the Federal High Court on Monday, 14th January,2019, restrained the...
NBA Reacts To Araignment Of Justice Onnoghen
Assault, Intimidation and Desecration of the Judiciary Must Stop 1. Nigerians have witnessed again...
Do Civil Courts Really Lack Jurisdiction Over All Football Disputes? | Tosin Akinyemi Esq.
One of the main goals of FIFA (especially as regards club football) is the maintenance of...
How To Choose Between Arbitration And Litigation
It has become common practice to include arbitration clauses in commercial agreements as a form of...
10 Tips For Your Trademark
Learn and Share to all brand owners . 1. A Trademark is a symbol or sign that differentiates the...
Managerial Check on the Nigerian Banks: The duties of the Central Bank of Nigeria | Saka, Basit Kolapo, Esq
The success or failure of an economy depends a lot on policy formation and implementation, with...
Do You Have A Lawyer On Speed Dial
Ask a Nigerian if they have a lawyer and they respond "do you wish me evil?, why should i have a...
Carol Ajie’s Purported Letter to President Mohammadu Buhari, et al Against Paul Usoro SAN; A Foul Mouthed Piece
A purported letter credited to Miss Carol Ajie and addressed to President Muhammadu Buhari, et al,...
Rejoinder To The Notice Of De-Recognition By Dame Carol | Olajide Abiodun
A REJOINDER TO THE NOTICE OF DE-RECOGNITION DATED 2ND JANUARY WRITTEN BY ONE CAROL WHO IS...
NBA President’s New Year Message
NBA PRESIDENT’S NEW YEAR MESSAGE: WELCOME TO YEAR 2019 AND HAPPY NEW YEAR 1. It gives me great...
What is the law on street trading in Lagos State?
In Lagos, there is a Law to provide for the prohibition of Street Trading and Illegal Markets in...
Season Greetings From The NBA President
The celebration of Christmas is a period that enable us reflect on the essence of living as...
Thank you and Happy Holidays
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from all of us at Legalnaija, your support and partnership...
Fortnite (Epic Games) vs. Rap Artists: Legal Opinion On the Intellectual Property Use of Artists’ Dance Moves
Abstract This article considers the actions of the developers of the game—Fortnite—Epic Games,...
Opinion: Forum Shopping Is Also An Abuse Of Court Process
Having observed the proceedings against the NBA President, on the 18th of December 2018, the...
When Bias Is Alleged Or Perceived – Judical Precedence | OLAJIDE ABIODUN ESQ
I can distill via the letter of transfer already filled and served, and the proceedings in court...
More to it than meet the very eyes
Granted, it is trite that bail is at the discretion of the Court, however the same court has...
As A Lawyer, These Facts Should Bother You
PU is surely facing his music. He personally took his plea yesterday. However, bear in mind that...
Reaction Of Lawyers To The Arraignment Of The NBA President By EFCC
"The tradition at the Bar is fading away gradually. The respect culture for seniors and people of...
Law Suit Without A Good Cause Is An Embarrassment | Emmanuel Etietop Esq
It must be pointed out that the attitude of some of our colleagues towards the present Nigerian...
Why You Need A Cancellation Agreement
Have you ever experienced the scenario described above? What did you do? After working...
Examination Of The Regulatory And Legal Framework Of Data Privacy In Nigeria | Judy-Vallery Imasuen
TECHNOLOGY STARTUPS AND DATA PROTECTION: AN EXAMINATION OF THE REGULATORY AND LEGAL FRAMEWORK OF...
Should Paul Usoro Resign in Account of Unproven Allegations? | D.M. Eyyazo Esq. ACIArb (UK)
Posted on LAWYERS IN NIGERIA (Facebook) on On 13/12/2018 I never supported the candidature of Paul...
ANTI-GRAFT: Analyzing The Grey Areas Of The Case Against Paul Usoro, SAN
Controversies and speculations have continued to trail the graft allegation charge against the...
In Lagos, Young lawyers get a head-start at Create-Your-Future-Workshop
For most young wigs, getting their legal career up to a good start after their post bar experience...
IP ABC—Principles, Discoveries, and Plant Variety: Patentable or not patentable? | Infusion Lawyers
Question of the Week I am Anwuli Okafor, a Biotechnologist and Lead Researcher at Science...
A Proper Application Of Professional Legal Ethics In The Paul Usoro Controversy | Sylvester Udomezue
Instead of blaming prosecuting counsel for grossly violating their duties to -...
Photo of the Presidential Advisory Committee for Elimination of Drug Abuse
Photo of the Presidential Advisory Committee for Elimination of Drug Abuse inaugurated by...
Universal Day Of Human Rights
We support the Rule Of Law and the protection of human rights #law #legal #humanrights...
No Good Reason For Paul Usoro To Resign | Sylvester Udomezue
I am sorry, my respected Teacher, Prof, Learned Silk and personal OGA, with due respect, Sir,...
Chief Wole Olanipekun SAN, Lead Counsel For Paul Usoro SAN
The case of @officialEFCC vs. @PaulUsoroSAN is currently ongoing at the Federal High Court in...
Legalnaija Business Monday – Electronic Transactions Bill
The e-Commerce market in Nigeria is worth around $13 billion; according to a report by London...
EFCC v. Paul Usoro SAN: The Real Issue in Dispute | Olajide Abiodun Esq.
I have followed the events leading and subsequent to the “reported” Charge filed against Mr Paul...
EFCC And The Paul Usoro Quagmire | Etimbuk Johnson Esq
The unfolding Paul Usoro drama scripted by the APC and acted by EFCC is an excruciating...
Paul Usoro Resigning Would Amount To A Gross Desecration of Nigeria’s Constitution,
*It Would Amount to a Gross Desecration of Nigeria’s Constitution, Rule of Law and Due Process for...
A Rejoinder on Prof. Ojukwu’s “Whenever Usoro is arraigned, I will write him to step down
It has been more than 24 hours since an online publication quoted Prof Ernest Ojukwu as saying...
Statement By NBA President On The Occasion Of The International Anti-Corruption Day
Dear Sir/Ma, 1. This year marks the 15th anniversary of the United Nations Convention Against...
It Should Not Be The Duty Of A Lawyer To Investigate The Source Of Clients’ Funds
I have now read the statement credited to Mr Okutepa SAN and yes he is correct that EFCC has a...
Effect Of Media Trial And The Court | Olatunji M. Dawodu Esq.
Media is regarded as one of the pillars of democracy. Media has wide ranging roles in the society....
PAUL USORO SAN, A VICTIM OF CROSSFIRE POLITICS
Mr Paul Usoro, the newly sworn in president of the NBA who has taken off with a very big bang,...
5 Reasons Why EFCC Is A Meddlesome Interloper In Matters Concerning Professional Legal Fees
At the last meeting of the Nigerian Bar Association; National Executive Council on the 6th of...
Breaking News: NBA President Ready For Court Despite Non – Service Of Charge
Paul Usoro SAN, the NBA President has declared his readiness to appear in court on Monday, 10th...
EFCC’s Recent Actions Against Paul Usoro SAN – An Affront on the Bar | Kingsley Iheakaram
A democracy without the rule of law is nothing but a pseudo militocracy. I have never seen a...
For The Record |Emmanuel Etietob
Today those who feel aggrieved that the NBA is no longer a gold mine and those who lost the...
Reaction of Lawyers to unlawful acts of EFCC against Paul Usoro SAN
Find below reactions from Nigerian lawyers to the persecution of the NBA President, Paul Usoro SAN...
Fintech In Taxation:A Way Out Of Tax Evasion | Omowale Kofoworola
ABSTRACT: A major challenge to the government in generating tax as a revenue is the increasing...
EFCC is breaching the lawyer-client privilege and showing complete disregard for the judgments of the Courts | Paul Usoro SAN
Compliments of the Season and please accept our hearty welcome to the NEC meeting of our great and...
Lawyers Criticize Move By EFCC To Prosecute Paul Usoro SAN Over Professional Fee
Recently the NBA President, Mr. Paul Usoro SAN has been the target of an EFCC prosecution on the...
Statement by NBA President On The Pervasive Insecurity In The Land
Pervasive Insecurity In The Land The Nigerian Bar Association ("NBA") is currently in deep...
Social Media Management Service For Law Firms
Lawlexis International offers consulting and digital solutions to lawyers, law firms, individuals...
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Sports Law Tip
Lionel Messi, Neymar and Cristiano Ronaldo are among the highest paid footballers in the world,...
Carol Ajie’s Narcissistic Melodrama: Interrogating her Motive | Prince I. Nwafuru
It was Frank D. Roosevelt who once said that “self-interest is the enemy of true...
IVF: Matters Arising: A Critique Of Evans V. United Kingdom |Emaediong ofonime akpan
1.0 Introduction Few technologies arrive unannounced and few remain...
NBA President, Paul Usoro SAN Reacts To The Kidnap Of A Member Of The Bar
Please find below the statement by the Honourable President on the kidnap of Barrister Adeola...
Event: BNLF Welcomes Young Lawyers In Lagos
The British Nigeria Law Forum (BNLF) welcomes you to the Nigerian launch of its Junior Lawyers...
Right Of Adopted Child To Inheritance
This court decision holds that an adopted child has equal rights to share in the property of the...
TIMI, the AI Companion For Every Young Lawyer
@LawPavilion is raising the bar with a new App to ease the work of young Lawyers, particularly new...
Paul USoro; Keeping His Promises To The Bar
I believe that the NBA, at the national level, is in need of urgent and far-reaching reforms if it...
False Advertisement and Vulnerable Persons in Nigeria (2) | Akpan, Emaediong Ofonime
Flawed and insignificant research propagated in advertisements amount to misleading...
Disrespect for Orders of Courts: The Laker Airways Case and Some Lessons for Nigeria | Orji Uka
Donald J. Trump, the 45th President of the United States of America can be accused of a number of...
Legislative Intervention On Police Reform In Nigeria By The 8th Assembly | Legalnaija
The 8th Senate led by Dr. Bukola Saraki is definitely stamping its legislative authority by not...
Style Focus: Mrs. Mfon Usoro
The legal profession like we all know is very conservative. From their mannerisms and style of...
Dear property investor,
Dear property investor, under the Registration of Title system, anyone who has rights in landed...
Ways Of Promoting Collaboration Between Employers and Members of Staff | Legalnaija
In order to achieve company goals, it is paramount for employers to effectively communicate their...
False Advertisement and Vulnerable Persons in Nigeria (1) |Akpan, Emaediong Ofonime
False advertisement[ii] is any advertising or promotion that misrepresents the nature,...
Legalnaija IP Tip
Is your invention patented?
Proliferation of Arms – Insecurity to Lives and Property | Paul Usoro SAN
Dear Sir/Ma, 1. Barely a week ago, precisely on Sunday, 04 November 2018, hoodlums rained bullet...
Legalnaija Law Tip
Dear Employer, are you satisfying your obligations to your employees? #employmentlaw...
IP Protection For Artists
Dear Artist👩🎨 After putting so much effort into your beautiful piece of art, it is essential that...
How To Catch A Judgment Debtor
When a court gives monetary judgment in favour of a creditor, an avenue to ensure the money is...
IP ABC—Does a database enjoy copyright protection in Nigeria?
Question My name is Yakubu Jang, an investment advisor and consultant in Nigeria. I publish...
Create Your Future Workshop Friday Giveaway
We are giving 5 young lawyers the opportunity to attend the CREATE YOUR FUTURE WORKSHOP organized...
Study UK Exhibition, Lagos – December 2018
Are you...
Advertisers Liability in Nigeria and the Eco-Contort Principle | Akpan, Emaediong Ofonime
1.0 Introduction The first victim of advertisement suffered the lack of...
Here Are 7 Reasons Why Young Lawyers Must Attend the ‘CREATE YOUR FUTURE’ Workshop – GreySage Consulting
As the legal profession welcomes an influx of new starry-eyed wigs estimated at about 4,000 every...
Love Your Lawyer Day 2018
Today, 2nd November,2018 is the WORLD LOVE YOUR LAWYER DAY 2018 (1st Friday in November) and we...
Law Enforcement Agencies And Debt Recovery| Eberechi May Okoh
“It is important for me to pause and say here that the powers conferred on the EFCC to receive...
Exploring The Freedom Of Information Act, 2011 As A Tool For Holding Government And Public Institutions Accountable | By Henry Chibuike Ugwu
INTRODUCTION: How much does a Nigerian senator earn as monthly salary? What are the allowances...
Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (UK) Vs. Chartered Institute Of Arbitration (Nigeria) LTD/GTE
The Federal High Court sitting in Lagos on Monday, October 22, 2018, in a Judgment, found the...
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Legally Engaged Mentorship Programme
The Legally Engaged Mentorship Programme is open for applications, and it's Nigeria's no 1...
Young Lawyers Must Seize Their Destiny And Create It
As the legal profession welcomes an influx of new starry-eyed wigs estimated at...
IP ABC—Does a registered trademark automatically die upon non-use for a long period? | Infusion Lawyers
Question Hello, I am Ofure Ighalo, CEO of EduBit, an edutech startup. Six years ago I had the idea...
Nigerian Senate Takes Action On Illicit and Excessive Bank Charges
Today, 17th October, 2018, the Nigerian Senate passed a resolution calling on the Central Bank of...
Bill Tracker: National Student Financial Aid Scheme Bill
If you are a Nigerian undergraduate studying in Nigeria or abroad, you might have at some point...
Duty Of Police Is Not To Recover Debts
In the case of A.C (O.A.O) Nig Ltd V. Umanah (2013) 4 NWLR (Pt 1344) Page 323 the Court of Appeal...
Happy World Food Day
Millions of Nigerians are currently facing food shortages and many more cannot afford to feed...
Constitutional Requirements For Aspiring To The Office Of The Nigerian President
This article was first published on 17/10/2014; however due to the Constitutional Amendment signed...
Legality Of Buhari’s Travel Ban On Nigerian Citizens
Over the course of the past week, Nigeria’s President Muhammadu Buhari approved travelling...
We Must Consider The Importance Of Legislative Bills Not Assented To By The President
Over the course of the past 4 (four) years, the 8th Nigerian Senate has outperformed all others...
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IP ABC—Use of a popular Ankara pattern in a design. Are we liable for copyright infringement? | Infusion Lawyers
Question - I am Bode Balogun, a creative artist and CEO of Bright Prints Media, a new...
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Celebrating the awesomeness of our girls and young women on this #DayofTheGirl .... You all...
Opinon: Osun Saga: Bathing with Blood is Constitutional and Lawful | Richarmond O. Natha-Alade
To many, bathing with blood is the easiest of all sacrifices, doing it at the market square is an...
Dropping Legal Gems | Legalnaija
Dropping Legal Gems!!All for your benefit!! 🙂👌✅ #legalnaija #lawyer #blawg #lawyerlife...
The Importance Of A written Letter Of Guarantee | Adedunmade Onibokun
A letter of guarantee can be described as some sort of promise, it denotes that the giver of the...
Legalnaija Law Tip
Dear Business person, Contractual Agreements which have neither been fraudulently nor illegally...
3 Ways To Protect Your Intellectual Property Rights
These are the 3 major ways of protecting your intellectual property under the law. If you have any...
Monday Motivation
Tomorrow doesn't exist. Yesterday doesn't exist. There is only the now. The right here and right...
NBA Nominates Gender Expert To EU-Nigeria-UNODC-CTED Partnership Project III
The President of the Nigerian Bar Association, Mr. Paul Usoro SAN FCIArb has forwarded the...
Politics Must Not Debase The Rule Of Law | Paul Usoro SAN
The Nigerian Bar Association ("NBA") felicitates with President Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, the...
Report of The Nigerian Bar Association Election Working Group (Nba-Ewg) On The Osun State Governorship Election Held On The 22nd Day Of September, 2018.
Introduction The Independent National Electoral Commission (hereinafter referred to as INEC)...
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