An Overview of the Nigerian Legal System: Structure, Laws, and Practices
I. Introduction The legal system in Nigeria is a complex network of laws, regulations, and processes that govern the country. Understanding this system is crucial for citizens, legal practitioners, and investors alike. In this article, we provide an overview of the structure, laws, and practices that make up the Nigerian legal system. Nigeria’s legal system […]
Jurisdiction of Courts in Civil Cases in Nigeria – Max & Well Solicitors
Introduction Jurisdiction of Court is one of the fundamental challenges that students encounter in law school. For practicing lawyers, the challenge also comes up. This is why it is very important to understand the concept of jurisdictions very well. This will help you know the courts that will assume jurisdiction in any given scenario. The […]
Case Scenario on Affidavit Evidence – Position of the Law
I believe that the best way to learn affidavit evidence is by giving scenarios and providing the answers. By so doing, the position of the Law will be committed to our memory. I have carefully prepared case scenarios as well as answers, based on the current position of the Law. This article is therefore important […]
History of the Legal Profession in Nigeria
This article will be discussing the History of the Legal Profession in Nigeria. We shall also briefly talk about what to expect from this topic in case you are a Law School Student preparing to write his/her Bar finals. This is because the History of the Legal Profession in Nigeria is part of the curriculum […]
What is Mandamus and Example in Nigeria Legal System
What is Mandamus and Example in Nigeria Legal System | The legal system of Nigeria is a federal constitutional republic, in which the judiciary is largely based on the common law legal system. The judicial branch of government is headed by the Supreme Court of Nigeria. The court consists of several courts with different jurisdictions. […]
Legal Ways to Make Money in Nigeria as a Young Lawyer
Introduction Legal Ways to Make Money in Nigeria as a Young Lawyer. Making money as a lawyer in Nigeria is no longer a dream. With the advent of the internet, the number of internet lawyers is increasing fast. Many websites are online and ready to help you make money as a young lawyer. Succeeding as […]
The Offence of Forceful Ejection from Matrimonial Home
The Offence of Forceful Ejection from Matrimonial Home: The practice of forcefully ejecting a spouse from matrimonial home is a thriving practices in Nigeria. This is mostly suffered by woman in the hands of their husbands. As barbaric as it is, men unilaterally chases their wife and push them out of their matrimonial home when […]
What to Do After a Car Accident in Nigeria | The Position of the Law
What to Do After a Car Accident in Nigeria | Road accident is a common phenomenon in Nigeria. This ranges from many reasons like drunkenness, brakes failures, failing asleep, reckless driving and negligence. Whichever may be the reason, we shall be discussing what a person who has caused an accident need to do immediately under […]
Meaning of Subject to Contract in Nigeria | Effect of the use of the phrase
Meaning of Subject to Contract in Nigeria | Effect of the use of the phrase Contractual Documents. In this article, we shall inquire into the meaning and effect of the use of the phrase Subject to Contract. To achieve this, we shall be looking at three to four Judicial Authorities which explain and gave judicial […]
Principles guiding grant of an Order of mandamus in Nigeria
This article shall be discussing the Principles guiding the grant of an order of mandamus in Nigeria. We will focus on the Meaning, Nature, Condition precedents and the overall Conditions that must be fulfilled before the Court can grant an Order of Mandamus in Nigeria. To achieve this, we shall look at judicial and statutory […]