Why penetration of anus, mouth without consent can lead to life imprisonment
Before 2015, getting conviction for rape was a herculean task but that is in the past with the introduction of…
How effective are laws on harmful widowhood practices?
In many cultures across Nigeria, many widows are compelled to forfeit their late husband’s properties, custody of their children, marry…
Preventing domestic abuse
Often, there is outcry in the media especially on social media when news of intimate partner violence is made public…
Lawful ways to dismiss employees in Nigeria
Employment relationships in Nigeria (except those protected by statute) are governed by contract, and so the employer’s contract would determine…
Abandon your spouse, go to jail
In Nigeria, it is not unusual for a man or woman to abandon the immediate family and move on for…
Do we have consumer rights in Nigeria?
People often claim that consumer rights do not exist in Nigeria but this is a wrong assertion; the rights of…
Let’s talk about Banknote Handling Practices
Many Nigerians are not aware that there are regulations in handling of banknotes; these regulations are not only in existence,…
Why you should have a will
DYING intestate is when a person does not make a will before death or makes a will that is deemed…
The law on gun use
In recent times, there had been calls that people be allowed to defend themselves in the face of rising insecurity.…
Cheating in the face of the law
Many couples may be facing challenges and legal battles. This is because a lot of cheating goes on in today’s…
Law on capital sentence on pregnant women in Nigeria
Death sentence or capital punishment is the punishment provided for major offences like murder, armed robbery and kidnapping amongst others…
Are cars always parked at owners risk legally?
“Cars Parked at Owner’s Risk” is a common term across public spaces and businesses in Nigeria; this sign is just…
CJN appoints Justice Adejumo as NJI administrator
The Board of Governors of the National Judicial Institute (NJI), headed by the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Kudirat…
Are there laws governing liability of animals?
In recent times, many people have fallen victim to attack by animals especially dogs in their neigbourhood and this has…
Deportation process in Nigeria
Last year, the Federal Government deported 828 illegal immigrants from the country and this news made many wonder whether Nigeria…
Do you have rights as a tenant?
Conflict between landlord and tenant is not a strange phenomenon in Nigeria; indeed, having a smooth tenant- landlord is a…
Divorce proceedings in Nigeria
In Nigeria, marriage simply means the coming together of a man and woman to become husband and wife via a…
