As of the beginning of third term, I had never drafted a full charge sheet, either in class or during my personal reading.
I simply didn’t grasp the concept very well and it all just seemed confusing.
Nonetheless, by exam time, I was fully up to speed and I’m quite certain that my criminal law result is likely to be one of my highest. Read More…
When I was in my teenage years, I thought I had a passion for arguing. I loved the nature of arguments and Read More…
You just got ushered into the examination hall and you take your seat. It’s time for another paper, and you’re hoping that you remember all that you read moments before the exams. After all Read More…
I remember my first semester 100 level exams. I was just fresh from secondary school/JAMBITE, but I thought law exams were the same with secondary school exams. Read More…
Without equivocation, a state is regarded as the reflection of the wishes of the people. It is not wrong therefore to say that a person who attacks the state is attacking the people or public. Such a person is deemed to be trying to unsettle/scuttle public order. Read More…
BY RACHEL UDOINYANG (LL.B Hons.)
Over the years, the processes and procedures of settling legal disputes through Alternative Disputes Resolution (ADR) mechanisms have proven not to be just a speedy but also effectively viable, time considerate, and financially moderate means of settling disputes. This is of course as opposed to the traditional method of dispute settlements by way of litigation through the courts which is void of doubts as to the fact that a good number of years may go by before judgement is finally given upon a matter. Read More…
Despite the numerous advantages of Arbitration and ADR to the global economy, Nigeria has steadily witnessed a slow-paced development in the settlement of commercial disputes through arbitration and other ADR mechanisms. Majority of the Multinational companies with huge transactions and high-profile Commercial disputes have continually made foreign countries the venue and seat of Arbitration.
With the start of the twenty-first century began the technology era, during which an increasing number of worldwide transactions have gone digital. In actuality, tech firms have helped some of the richest people in the world, including Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk, and Bill Gates, build their vast fortunes. Read More…
For decades in Nigeria, internet fraud has been a convenient means to financial freedom. A fraudulent scheme that helps to sustain livelihood and give Nigerians the dream luxurious lifestyle. Nigeria is a country infamous for cyber-enabled crime. Read More…
Did you know that “Olosho”, “Ashawo”, “public toilet” as innocent and “virgin-Nigerians” angrily call them are actually not breaking any law in Nigeria? Don’t be shocked if I reiterate that prostitution is a legit business in Nigeria. Prostitution is condoned and tolerated in various forms and manners. Paying for sex in cash or in kind is part of day-to-day social relationships.
THE OPERATION OF PLEA OF GUILTY AND DEFENCE FOUNDED ON WITCHCRAFT IN MURDER TRIALS
Note: The following is only an exposition based on media stories. The stories presented by the media may not be same as that to be presented before the court. The court would only rely on what is before it in the administration of criminal justice.
Few days ago, a sad and hair–raising story made the news as news platforms and reporters spread the story of 15–year–old Odo Chiamaka who allegedly confessed to have killed her boss’ six–month–old baby on the instructions of a witchcraft group she was initiated into through a communion of friendship expressed in the breaking and sharing of biscuits back in her primary school days.
A breach of trust occurs when a trustee acts contrary to the dictates of the trust instrument or where he fails to act as instructed by the terms of the trust. Thus, where he neglects, fails or refuses to do what he ought to do or does what he is not instructed to do, he would be liable for a breach of trust.
All things come to an end, and the appointment of a trustee is no different. At some point, the trustee will end his relationship with the trust. This end can be voluntary, enforced or by operation of law.
The duty to act as a trustee is considered a very important one. It carries great responsibly and should not be taken lightly, primarily because the court does not take it lightly. So misconduct on the part of the trustee can attract severe sanction from the court, criminal and civil. Perhaps, the reason for this is the root of trusts, particularly the untrustworthy nature of several early trustees. Read More…
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