Description
Modern Customary Courts in Nigeria: Law, Practice and Procedure
Author: Miakpo Emiaso
Overview:
Miakpo Emiaso’s Modern Customary Courts in Nigeria is a definitive guide to the structure, jurisdiction, and operations of customary courts across Nigeria. With a focus on law, practice, and procedure, this book offers a deep dive into one of the most culturally rooted and widely accessed tiers of the Nigerian judicial system.
Key Features:
– Detailed analysis of the legal framework governing customary courts
– Practical guidance on courtroom procedures and case management
– Insight into the roles of customary law in dispute resolution
– Includes full text of Customary Court Law and Rules and FCT Customary Court Law
– Written in a clear, accessible style for both legal professionals and lay readers
Who Should Read This Book:
Essential reading for judges, magistrates, lawyers, court clerks, law students, and community leaders involved in customary law and grassroots justice delivery.
Why It Stands Out:
This book bridges the gap between tradition and modern legal practice, offering a practical and scholarly resource for understanding how customary courts function within Nigeria’s broader legal system.
Available now — a must-have for anyone seeking to master the workings of Nigeria’s customary justice system.
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