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International Law Association Nigeria (ILA) kicks off registration for its 8th Annual Conference

International Law Association (ILA) kicks off registration for its 8th Annual Conference: Early bird registration ends on January 30 To examine the role of international law in boosting regional trade and investment integration as a tool for sustainable development,...

186 Years a Slave! Revocation of a Will by a Subsequent Marriage and Constitutional Right to Private and Family Life | Olumide Babalola

The caption of this article was inspired by a 2013 movie (12 years a slave) where an African man who was kidnapped and sold into slavery in the US constantly struggled to regain freedom for 12 years. While enacting most Nigerian laws, we continue in our somewhat...

Court’s Power To Compel An Adult To Submit To DNA Test: A Tale of Two Conflicting Court of Appeal Decisions On Privacy Implications | Olumide Babalola

The court’s power (or lack thereof) to compel an adult to submit to DNA test: A tale of two conflicting Court of Appeal decisions on the privacy implications | Olumide Babalola On Sunday, the 1st day of December 2024, while watching Manchester United’s...

Revolutionizing the Legal Industry with Document Automation

Revolutionizing the Legal Industry with Document Automation In the fast-paced world of law, efficiency and precision are crucial. Enter **document automation**—a groundbreaking innovation that's transforming the legal landscape. This novel technology is changing how...

Black Friday: Get The Perfect Gifts for the Legal Champions

A great book isn't just a gift, it's an enduring resource that aids professional growth and personal development. Show the lawyers in your life that you value their passion and dedication by giving a gift that aligns with their interests. Whether it's a...

Today In @ngrsenate Plenary

*PROCEEDINGS OF THE NIGERIAN SENATE OF TUESDAY, 14th NOVEMBER, 2017.* Welcome to a new Legislative...

Behold The Next Generation Of The Nigerian Bar

Growing up, we were always told that we were the Leaders of Tomorrow. Well, fast forward to today....

Understanding Copyright Protection In Nigeria (PART 1) | Davidson Oturu MCIArb

Introduction Copyright is a form of intellectual property. It has been defined by Black’s Law...

Video: Adedunmade Onibokun on how young lawyers can excel in Nigeria

As part of activities at the on-going Legal Marathon Summit 2017, @lms2017_ organised by the...

Safeguards against Breach of the Lawyer’s Duty of Confidentiality | M. Dugeri

It is commonly understood by lawyers that they are under a duty to protect confidential...

Event: Should I stay or should I go – Building a successful practice: UK or Nigeria?

The British Nigeria Law Forum and Stephenson Harwood LLP invites you to a seminar: ...

AELEX Annual Lecture 2017 / Save The Date

AELEX One of Nigeria’s foremost corporate and commercial law firms, shall be holding its annual...

Lawyer Profile – Paul Usoro, SAN, FCIArb

Paul Usoro, SAN is the Senior Partner and founder of Paul Usoro & Co (PUC), a top commercial...

The Body of Senior Advocates of Nigeria” (BOSAN) to host Party

An historic event is set to occur in Nigeria’s legal history. For the very first time, the Body of...

Senate Urged To Intervene In Failure To Complete The National Library After 11 Years

The Senate on Tuesday, October 31, 2017 criticized the inability of the Federal...

The Future of Petroleum in Nigeria – Why the FUPRE Bill, signed into law, is a failed venture

Introduction President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday, 17th October 2017, signed into law the Bill...

Paul Usoro’s Goodwill Message to the Eastern Bar

The quarterly meeting of the Eastern Bar Forum which is an association of lawyers who...

Paul Usoro Supports the African Women Lawyer’s Association

Yesterday the 27th of October, 2017 was the 1st year anniversary celebration / shelter fund...

WIN 100k via #PAULUSOROCHALLENGE – My Pro Bono Story

Instructions: Share a touching Pro-Bono story on a case you have “handled” via a short Instagram...

My Pro Bono Story | Adedunmade Onibokun

Several weeks ago, I visited all 3 Kirikiri Prisons, including the Maximum, Medium and Female...

Text Of Nba President’s Tribute Delivered By Paul Usoro San In Honour Of Paul Nwokedi Jsc

A special session of the Supreme Court was held today in honour of Late Honourable Justice Paul...

PUC Wins Transport Law Award

Leading commercial Law Firm, Paul Usoro & Co has been adjudged the Transport Law Firm of the...

Doing Business in Nigeria – Immigration Visas And Their Tax Implications (Part 2)

Find Part 1 here BACKGROUND Essentially, the tax implication of a visa or permit held by a...

National Transport Commission Bill laying Foundation for Smart Mobility in Nigeria – Senator Ashafa

The Chairman Senate Committee on Land Transport, Senator Gbenga Ashafa has stated that the...

The LTTO Legend: Titilayo Osagie

The buzz around the LTTO event was raring up; it was a few hours till expected kick off at the...

Martins Topple Osagie To Lift Mfon Usoro Cup

Lawyers, Yetunde Martins and Tunji Abdulhameed have emerged winners of the prestigious Lawyers...

5 things That Made LTTO 2017(Mfon Usoro’s Cup) The Best Ever

Since the Lawyers Table Tennis Open tourney made its debut nine years ago, the tournament has...

What to prove to get a divorce in Nigeria | Adedunmade Onibokun

Official statistics from the National Bureau of Statistics suggest that divorce is exceedingly...

The solution to Nigeria’s problems | Adedunmade Onibokun

What is Nigeria’s biggest problem? What is the single factor responsible for the myriad of socio...

Lawyers Table Tennis Open Finals To Hold on Saturday

The final of the prestigious Lawyers Table Tennis Open (Mfon Usoro Cup) will hold this Saturday at...

Human Rights In The Ivory Tower | Ahmed Adetola-Kazeem, MCIArb(UK)

I thank the Students’ Judicial Council of the Lagos State University Students’ Union, for inviting...

ǼLEX sponsors 2nd edition of the annual Nigeria Mining Week

ǼLEX is pleased to sponsor the 2nd edition of the annual Nigeria Mining Week organised by the...

PRAI holds motivational session at Ikoyi Prisons

MOTIVATIONAL EVENT FOR INMATES OF IKOYI PRISON ON 6TH OCTOBER, 2017 The program started about...

PRAI holds motivational speaking session for Kirikiri Prison Inmates

PRAI’S MOTIVATIONAL EVENT HELD AT KIRIKIRI MAXIMUM AND MEDIUM PRISON ON FRIDAY OCTOBER 14, 2017...

Tax Incentives for Start-Ups and Venture Capitalists in Nigeria|

Developing countries tend to use both targeted and general incentives to attract investors. Such...

Ease of doing business is about to disrupt these 11 bottlenecks | Ibiyode Ibikunle

The Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) through its secretariat has...

Committed Leadership in Lagos State | Senator Ashafa

The Senator representing Lagos East has described His Excellency, Governor Akinwunmi Ambode of...

How is Technology redefining Legal Profession and Law Office Management?

Part 1 Technology has significantly impacted most industries and fields in the world and the legal...

Divorced But Married: The Disturbing Trend Of Fake Divorces | Jamiu Akolade Esq

The breakdown of a marriage is undoubtedly a painful and life-changing event. But what could be...

Can the police be used as debt recovery agents in contractual matters between parties?

Recently I was involved in a criminal matter between two parties in Court. I appeared for the...

My interest in International Economic Law | Damilola Dawodu

International economic law is a field of international law that involves the regulation and...

Through The Lens hosted by Olisa Agbakoba Legal

On the 5th of October, 2017, Olisa Agbakoba Legal hosted "Through The Lens', a business round...

Prisoners’ Rights Advocacy Initiative holds session to encourage Prisoners to join Ikoyi Prison School

The Prisoners' Rights Advocacy Initiative on 09/10/2017 had 226 inmates in attendance at its...

Explained: Why LIRS wants to tax loans you got from your employers

The Lagos State Internal Revenue Service (LIRS) recently issued a public notice (the Notice) with...

Why Start-ups need to hire a lawyer or fail | Damilola Oyebayo and Dayo Dauda

The Nigerian start-up ecosystem has evolved in the past few years, many startups have emerged,...

Senate Roundtable on Youth Unemployment and Development

Earlier today @thenigeriansenate Roundtable on Youth Unemployment and Development to review the...

The Glorious Dawn Is Right Ahead- Senator Gbenga Ashafa’s 2017 Independence Day Message

“After rain comes sunshine; After darkness comes the glorious dawn. There is no sorrow...

Happy Independence Nigeria

Happy 57th Independence fellow Nigerians from Legalnaija God bless Nigeria

Taxation Of Employee Loan | Theophilus Olufemi

BACKGROUND September 15, 2017, the Chairman of the Lagos State Board of Internal Revenue issued a...

A New Dawn for Arbitration in Nigeria | Abayomi Okubote

Nigeria has been ranked the 19th most attractive economy for investments in Africa, according to...

Nature Of Matters Handled At The Lagos Multi-Door Courthouse (LMDC)

The LMDC handles various types of cases. They include but are not limited to the following;...

For Lawyers – Should My Firm Outsource its Legal Case Files to Other Lawyers?

This is a question that is making the rounds in legal circles around the world lately. Many firms...

5 Emerging Trends in Estate Planning

Estate planning is a pertinent factor to take into consideration for the disposition of an estate...

What Lawyers should note about the Lagos Multi-door Court House

Important Points To Note About The Lagos Multi-Door Courthouse (Lmdc) Especially For Lawyers And...

How to make your wealth run in perpetuity

Many people are worried about what to do with their accumulated wealth. There are several cases of...

Passage Of The Chief Imam Of Lagos State, Late Sheikh Garuba Ibrahim Akinola | Gbenga Ashafa

It is with a heavy heart but in total submission to the will of Almighty Allah that I received the...

The Lagos Multi-door Courthouse II – Referrals

There are three ways through which matters can be referred to the Lagos Multi-Door Courthouse....

Essentials of a Contract of Employment | Kingsley Ugochukwu Ani

A contract of employment is necessary whenever a person wants to undertake a position with an...

Acts considered domestic violence in Lagos | Adesuwa Omozusi

Acts characterized as Domestic Violence under the Domestic Violence Law of Lagos, 2007. The...

The Lagos Multi-Door Courthouse (1) | Dmediationlawyeristng

The Lagos Multi-Door Courthouse (LMDC) concept was initiated by the Negotiation and Conflict...

10 Things some police officers don’t want you to know | Legalnaija

This is a list of laws that some police officers do not want you to know. Ignorance of these laws...

Can a police officer make an arrest without stating the reason? |Legalnaija

There have been various scenes in Nollywood movies, where a police officer makes an attempt to...

Just Before Heading To Court | Adejorin d. Abiona

Many cases get dismissed or struck out of Court upon objections and applications which border on...

Legal Arrangements For Children Without Parents Or Guardians In Nigeria| Temitayo Ogunmokun

The care, custody and welfare of children (under the age of 18) in Nigeria are strict functions of...

Doing Business In Nigeria – Immigration Visas And Their Tax Implications (Part 1)

INTRODUCTION The mobility of foreigners in and out of Nigeria for whatever purpose is generally...

Happy Eid El Kabir

Happy Eid El Kabir to all muslim brothers and sisters

LCA Young Arbitrators Network anniversary event

You are invited to join us on 22 September for the LCA Young Arbitrators Network anniversary...

Federal Ministry of Finance (FMF) whistleblowing programme

The Federal Ministry of Finance (FMF) whistleblowing programme is designed to encourage anyone...

Perspectives on Probation, Confirmation and Promotion in Employment Contract | Kayode Omosehin, Esq.

Probation is simply an agreed trial period for a worker to prove his worth on a job to his...

What You Need To Know about Expatriate Employment In Nigeria | Busayo Adedeji

With approximately 188 million inhabitants, Nigeria is the most populous country in...

How to spot growth and value stocks in the Nigerian stock market | Nairametrics

For those new to investing, the terms value stocks and growth stocks are what you will hear every...

Persuading The Client And The Other Side To Engage In Mediation | DmediationLawyerist

To make the decision whether or not to have a case or dispute proceed to mediation requires; An...

Is Mediation as expensive as Litigation?

A small number of cases are intrinsically unsuitable for mediation although very experienced...

The Benefits Of Mediation Over Litigation (iii)| DmediationLawyerist

It is usually less expensive than litigation which goes all the way to judgment. Mediation...

Community Based Approach, Best Way To Fight Drug Abuse- Senator Ashafa

The Senator representing Lagos East Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Senator Gbenga...

The Benefits Of Mediation Over Litigation (Iii) | DmediationLawyerist

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Star Profile – Nicholas Akintola Ladapo

Principal partner Chief Ladosu Ladapo ( SAN)& CO Mr. Akintola Ladapo is an amazing man....

Counsel’s Wig; A Symbol Of Sagacity And Old Age| Damilola Dawodu

History of the wig and gown The tradition of wearing wigs and the culture of adorning gowns was...

The Benefits Of Mediation Over Litigation (II) |DmediationLawyerist

The Benefits Of Mediation Over Litigation include - ...

Mediation and the Courts | DmediationLawyerist

It should be noted that Mediation and other forms of ADR can NEVER replace the courts but it is to...

Fighting Tax Evasion & Avoidance | Theophilus Olufemi

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has again taken a step towards containing tax avoidance...

The Types Of Cases That Can Be Referred To Mediation

Mediation can be utilized in resolving a wide range of disputes including but not limited to the...

The Right Choice Between Voluntary Resignation and Termination of Employment | Kayode Omosehin, Esq.

One of the easiest ways out of any confusion created by an irreconcilable difference in the course...

What is mediation?

Mediation is a voluntary, non-binding and private dispute resolution process in which a trained...

Star Profile – Mr. Femi Falana SAN, LL.B, B.L, FCI, Arb.

Femi Falana, a native of Ilawe , Ekiti State, Nigeria was born on May 20, 1958. Femi...

Nigerian Startup Registration in 2017: a Necessity or Luxury? | Adejorin D. Abiona

When starting a business, one of the major considerations on the minds of the owners/ promoters is...

Overview of the Legal requirements for revocation of certificate of occupancy in Nigeria | Teingo Inko-Tariah

Introduction A certificate of occupancy is a document that evidences the grant of a right of...

Special Invitation to Young Lawyers Forum (YLF) NBA Party

All attendees of @nbaconferenceng are specially invited to the Biggest Party at the NBA Conference...

Lawyer’s Advice On Why Employer Must Give Reason For Termination Of Employment | Kayode Omosehin

Why Employer must give reason for termination of employment From a review of 257 employment cases...

How Pharmacisits Can Lead Charge Against Drug Abuse| Senator Ashafa

It is no news that Drug Abuse in quite rampant in Nigeria, this is mad epossible because most of...

Wills And Letters Of Administration | Adeolu Adesuyi

Many Nigerians have a misconceived impression about making Wills. When asked if he/she has...

Property Agents get in here

With over 1,400,000 views so far and over 3,000 views daily from professionals all over Nigeria,...

When You Discover You’re Not the Father | Ivie Omoregie

A few months ago I watched a heart wrenching video of an Igbo man who discovered his only son was...

You Don’t Always Have to ‘Drag’ People to Court | Ivie Omoregie

I loved litigation; it was something I found very interesting. It was akin to story telling, yet...

Calculating Compensation for Suspension of Employee| Kayode Omosehin, Esq.

1. Suspension of employees in a nutshell An employer’s power to suspend a...

VAIDS and the need for effective tax administration in Nigeria | Olajide Olutuyi

As part of efforts to improve non-oil revenue amid a global outlook of low oil prices, Nigeria's...

Difference between Letter of Dismissal & Letter of Termination | Adedunmade Onibokun

It is important to note that an employment relationship cannot be forced upon either an unwilling...

Legal Contracts for Service and of Service in Employment Relationships |Micheal Dugeri

Introduction Contracts of service and contracts for service both connote an employment...

Senate Conducts Overight Of The Lagos – Ibadan Segment Of The Lagos To Kano Railway Modernisation Project

The Joint Senate Committee on Local and Foreign Debt and Land Transport on Monday,...

Industries liable to receive Pioneer Status in Nigeria

The federal government on Monday, 7th August, 2017 , released the full list of the 27 key...

You can sue for a breach of promise to marry

The Nigerian culture takes marriage really serious; many young adults consider settling down as...

3 things you can do when the police breach your legal rights | Adedunmade Onibokun

That “Police is your friend” or “bail is free’, a Nigerian will tell you is one of the biggest...

Photos from the LCA – YAN International Arbitration Moot Competition

The event was held on the 28th of July, 2017 at the Lagos Court of Arbitration.

The Proposed NGO Regulation Bill #NoNGOBillNG | Adedunmade Onibokun

“A dynamic and autonomous civil society, able to operate freely, is one of the fundamental checks...

LCA – YAN International Commercial Arbitration Moot 2017

The Nigerian Worker And Occupational Hazards | Eberechi May Okoh

May 2017 - Stacey who works in a salon in Port Harcourt was hit by a car while going across the...

Who gets paid first when a company goes into liquidation? | Rosemond Phil-Othihiwa

The order in which assets of the company are to be applied is laid down in both the Companies and...

How corporate governance can affect Nigeria’s development | Olajide Olutuyi

Corporate Governance is not just about how a company is directed and controlled to maximize...

Legal Insight Into Mastercard’s $18 Billion Lawsuit Blocked By The UK’s Competition Appeal Tribunal

Background In 2014, the European Court of Justice finally decided that Mastercard’s ‘interchange...

Get finance for your Social Enterprise via The Funding Space

Non-profit Organizations (NPOs) and social enterprises in Nigeria play a critical role in bridging...

Why Federal Govt needs a loan Finance for Railway/ Senator Ashafa

The Senator representing Lagos East Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Senator Gbenga...

Constitutional Review – Bills passed by the House of Representatives on 27/7/2017

The Nigerian House of Representatives on 27th July, 2017, in a plenary session, with 97 Senators...

Constitutional Review: Bills Passed by Nigerian Senate on 26/7/2017

The Nigerian Senate on 26th July, 2017, in a plenary session, with 97 Senators in attendance,...

Sexual Harassment in the Work Place | Busayo Adedeji

Sexual harassment is bullying or coercion of a sexual nature, or the...

What Nigerian entrepreneurs should expect from Foreign Investors | Boma Braide

Nigerian Entrepreneurs who start out on their fundraising journey think they will be showered with...

International’ Commercial Arbitration Moot Competition by LCA-YAN

"The Lagos Court of Arbitration Young Arbitators Network is organising the first 'International'...

Provisions of the Whistle Blower Protection Bill | Adedunmade Onibokun

The Whistle Blower Protection Bill, 2017, on 19th July, 2017, was passed by the Nigerian Senate....

Can A Director Be Sued Personally for an Alleged libelous letter written by Him? |Rosemond Phil-Othihiwa

It is worthy of note that upon incorporation a company assumes a separate legal entity different...

Emotional Wellbeing Of An Accused Person |Tunrayo Mutairu

I watched an episode of a legal series on TV called “the good wife”. On this particular episode,...

Resolving Artist-Record Label Disputes: Why Arbitration Is Quite Desirable | Adejorin D. Abiona

The entertainment industry encompasses diverse relationships. With the adoption of ever-changing...

Senator Ashafa Decries Jungle Justice While Commending Ikorodu Residents For Resisting Badoo Cult Group

The Senator representing Lagos East in the Senate, Senator Gbenga Ashafa has through a press...

TRAINING – Finance Skills For Lawyers via @oaco_accounting

Lawyers play a very important role in the financial world, but often have little or no knowledge...

How to prove that the termination of your employment was wrongful |Michael Dugeri

When is termination/dismissal said to be wrongful? You may sue and demand to enforce your...

The Supreme Jurisdiction Of The National Industrial Court Of Nigeria | Vincent Oniga

The constitutional right of appeal and the well-entrenched principle of fair hearing are the...

Lawyer Profile – Alex A. Izinyon, LL.B (Hons), LL.M, PhD, SAN

Dr. ALEX A. IZINYON, SAN is the principal partner and the head of chambers of Alex A. Izinyon SAN...

Overview Of Wills And The Necesssary Requirements Under Nigerian Law | Motunrayo Olaleye

INTRODUCTION The aim of this Article is to give a basic, brief and easy to read explanation of the...

Lawyer Sues Govt on Section 24, Cybercrimes Act 2015

Barr. Solomon Okedara Cybercrime Act 2015: Solomon Okedara V. Attorney General Of The...

Reflating The Economy Through MSME Support – NASME Business Luncheon on 13/7/2017

The Nigerian Association of Small & Medium Enterprises (NASME) charged with the co-ordination,...

Rights Of Igbo To Self Determination And A Call For The Restructuring Of The Current Nigerian Political System

Abstract The recent heightened clamour for self-determination in various quarters of...

5 takeaways from our poll on whether Evans the kidnapper should be released on compassionate grounds

The news of the successful arrest of kidnap kingpin, Evans Onwuamadik, in Magodo, on the 10th...

A Brief Analysis Of Constructive Dismissal | Busayo Adedeji

Simply put constructive dismissal is the changing of an employee's job or working conditions with...

Legal protection from workplace sexual harassment | Michael Dugeri

There is legal protection from workplace sexual harassment. Workplace sexual harassment is...

The Right of the Employer to Reject a Resignation | Michael Dugeri

An employer has no right to reject the resignation of its employee, for whatever reason. The law...

ORDER BOOK – Legal Rights and Obligations Under Nigerian Law

This Book is designed to educate its reader on various provisions of Nigerian laws and how each...

Consumer Rights Protection And The Nigerian State | Ahmed Adetola-Kazeem

Being the text of a paper delivered by Ahmed Adetola-Kazeem, MCIArb (UK) at alecture...

Northern Groups October 1 Deadline to Igbos; A Constitutional Breach | Adedunmade Onibokun

According to news reports, on Tuesday, the 6th of June, 2017, 16, Northern groups including the...

How to register a patent in Nigeria | Adedunmade Onibokun

A Patent is an official right to be the only person to make, use or sell a product or an...

Life of a Lagos Lawyer – Peacock (Episode 10)

Have you ever seen a peacock spread its feathers? Completely fanned out, it’s a lovely spectacle,...

Competition Law: An Analysis Of The Federal Competition And Consumer Protection Bill 2015 | Yori Ehimony Junior

In Market economies, there is inherent danger that market players may distort or even eliminate...

The Niger-Delta Negotiations: A Paradigm Shift- Tolu Aderemi/Tolu Ogidi

During a survey of the effects of diamond mining in an aboriginal Canadian community, a survey...

Proposed Solutions to accessible and sustainable Energy in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) – ‘A toddlers Approach’

It is of paramount importance to understand the definition of ‘Sustainable energy’....

Book a space for your kids at the High Achievers leadership Summer Camp

High Achievers Academy High Achievers leadership Summer Camp 1st - 29th August 2017 An...

The Need for Contract of Employment| by Kingsley Ugochukwu Ani Esq.

It is a good thing when you are offered that new job at that new company you applied to alongside...

Nnamdi Kanu Bail Conditions: onerous or constitutional? | Kingsley Ugochukwu Ani

Introduction Bail is simply a process or procedure whereby a person who has been denied of his...

The Role Of Civil Society In Decongesting Prisons And Reducing Crimes In Lagos State

It is not in...

The NICN Revolution – A Curse Or Blessing? | Busayo Adedeji

The Supreme Court is expected on June 30, 2017 to rule on the finality of the decisions of the...

Constitutional Provision for vacancy in the Presidency| Adedunmade Onibokun

On the 5th of May, 2010, President Musa Yar’adua passed-on, thereby leaving the office of the...

Senator Ashafa calls for Legislative Support on Rails

The Senator representing Lagos East Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Senator Gbenga...

Mini Grids; Does the new regulation depict a bright future for Nigeria | Okezi Okah-Avae

Introduction The Federal Government of Nigeria (“FG”) has long since declared its intention to...

Lawyer Profile – Babatunde Fagbohunlu, SAN

Tunde Fagbohunlu SAN is a Partner and heads of Litigation, Arbitration and ADR Practice...

Provision of the Constitution on Acting President | Adedunmade Onibokun

Muhammadu Buhari, President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria on the 5th of May, 2017,...

Event – NBA Young Lawyers Forum Legal Education Seminar

The Young Lawyer's forum of the Nigerian Bar Association, cordially invites all lawyers to the...

Police Bail is free or so they say | Adedunmade Onibokun

It has been made known time and time again, that Police bail is free. The words “bail is free”...

Joint Operating Agreements | Onyeka Obidi

(10 years ago *gasp*, I wrote this essay - which may or may not be terrible - on JOAs back in...

NBA Section on Business Law Conference starts June 18

Critiquing the Provisions of the Lagos Anti-Land Grabbing Law – Prince Ikechukwu Nwafuru

Proem This article aims to critique the Lagos State Properties Protection Law, 2016...

Bail Conditions for Nnamdi Kanu- Just or Unfair? | Gbenga Odugbemi

There has been dense discussions on the trial and especially, the bail conditions of the leader of...

Legal Perspective on Discrimination And Challegenges Faced By Illegitimate Children| Motunrayo Olaleye

INTRODUCTION This topic reminds me of primary school days. It was okay to call each other names...

Invitation To ESQ. Training on Natural Gas Utilization: Legal And Negotiation Issues

ESQ Seminars, an affiliate of Legal Blitz Limited, has a strong market-leading brand with a...

Taxation And Investment In A 3rd World Economy- A First World Approach | Olajide Ademola Omosebi

ABSTRACT In the second half of the twentieth century, the emergence of scores of new states has...

Just Before You Blow that Snitch Whistle, Here Are Some Things to Consider | Ivie Omoregie:

As we all know, there has been a drastic drop in Nigeria’s federal revenue due to the fall in...

Essentials Of A Contract Of Employment | Hightower Solicitors

This piece is scripted to educate business owners and prospective employees. To help draw their...

Legislative Motion On Need For Security Agencies To Intervene In Kidnapping And Securing The Waterways

Sponsor: Senator Gbenga B. Ashafa (Lagos East) The Senate. Notes with urgent and grave concern the...

Senator Gbenga Ashafa calls for protection of creeks from Kidnappers & Militants

Following the recent increase in the activities of Militants and Kidnappers in the Lagos East...

#TodayInPlenary Proceedings of the Nigerian Senate on 11th April, 2017

*PROCEEDING OF THE NIGERIAN SENATE OF TUESDAY 11TH APRIL, 2017* Its a new Legislative day in the...

Personality Profile – Prof. Olukonyinsola Ajayi (SAN)

Prof. Konyinsola Ajayi SAN attended the Igbobi College between 1971 and 1975. Though a quiet...

The Nigerian National Anthem

The National Anthem Arise, O compatriots, Nigeria's call obey To serve our fatherland With love...

Bill for an Act to repeal the Nigerian Postal Service Act by Senator Gbenga Ashafa

The Senator representing Lagos East Senatorial District, today 5th April, 2016 at the Upper...

The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) & UK Bribery Act (UKBA) Takeaways for Companies doing business in Nigeria

Background For investors looking to do business and companies doing business in Nigeria, there are...

Get an affordable International Degree with Higher Study Nigeria

Why should you burden yourself with spending as much as $20,000 or more on education in UK, USA,...

Eight Beatitudes for Lawyers: Lessons from Lincoln | Joseph Onele

The First Beatitude Blessed are they who thirst after knowledge (both law-related and non-law...

Life of a Lagos Lawyer – Treason (Episode 9)

“Are you paying attention? Good. If you are not listening carefully, you will miss things....

Review of Retail Supermarket Nig. Ltd v. Citibank Nig Ltd & CBN

Background Following a decision of the Federal High Court in Suit No: FHC/L/CS/1710/2013:...

Expansion Of Business Visa Activities in Nigeria | Dayo Adu

Background: This memo seeks to enlighten Partners, business visitors to Nigeria, companies,...

Key Takeaways From The National Industrial Court Of Nigeria Civil Procedure Rules 2017

Background: Recently, the National Industrial Court of Nigeria (Civil Procedure) Rules, 2017 “the...

Jurisdiction over Maritime Labour Claims – the Federal High Court or the National Industrial Court?

Legal jurisprudence continues to develop and there is always an ever-growing need to fine tune the...

Legal Opinion on Whether the Comptroller General of the Nigerian Customs must wear uniform

Background Upon appointment as the Nigerian Customs Service Comptroller General by the President,...

Beyond Boko Haram: Exploring the Crisis of Definition in Nigeria’s Counter-Terrorism Legislations

“Let it be told to the future world, that in the depth of winter, when nothing but hope and virtue...

Profile – Hon. Justice Walter Onnoghen GCON CJN

Hon. Justice W.S. Nkanu Onnoghen was born on the 22nd December, 1950 at Okurike Town, Biase L.G.A....

Infograph on Medical Negligence

5 Misconceptions about Tenancy Law in Nigeria | Adedunmade Onibokun

A lot of Nigerians have misconceptions about some of the principles and laws regarding tenancy...

Life of a Lagos Lawyer – Silk (Episode 8)

I am rounding up my workout when a phone rings, it’s my iphone so I am wondering who has been...

Quote: Lord Lugard’s opinion of the average African/Nigerian

"In character and temperament" wrote Lord Lugard, the typical African of this race-type is a...

Central Bank of Nigeria’s Draft Guidelines on Direct Debit and Billing Payments in Nigeria

E-commerce has made tremendous growth in Nigeria since the massive penetration of internet...

The Indolent Generation of Talkatives| Magnus Amudi

“No generation can choose the age or circumstance in which it is born, but through leadership it...

Ivie Omoregie: Here Are Vital Things to Consider If You’re Thinking of Coming Into Nigeria to Set Up a Business

Recently someone called me with excitement about the new value of the Naira. She had been hearing...

Nigeria’s Nuclear Energy Programme and the Question of Legality under International Law

Introduction The history of Nigeria’s nuclear technology started after her independence when the...

An Overview of Oil and Gas Contracts| Anemuyem Akpan & Uduak Nsungwara

Introduction The public and private arrangements under which oil production is authorised have...

Doing business in Nigeria: how foreigners can set up businesses in Nigeria| Hightower Lawyers

Nigeria is ever-ready to welcome foreigners to its shores, for business. There are many foreign...

Did you know these legal facts | Ahudiya Ukiwe

That “419” is actually a section of the Nigerian Criminal Code that indicates the...

Hague Rules: Autonomy and Superiority over Domestic Legislation in Nigeria | Adebanke Ajayi

At the onset of the second millennium, the position of the Nigerian Jurisprudence pertaining to...

In The Interest Of Justice | Eberechi Okoh

“…visiting the sin of counsel on his client is not permitted by the law courts. What...

Desertion: When A Spouse Abandons Marriage After The Wedding| Hightower Lawyers

This is not legal advice. This piece only seeks to educate and promote a healthy conversation. In...

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