July 21, 2025
Land Tenure System in Benin – Where Does the Mace Lie, the Governor or the Oba?
INTRODUCTION: The Nigerian legal system operates a dual land tenure system, where statutory and customary laws govern land ownership. Before
May 30, 2025
Navigating the Conundrum of Holding Charges in Nigeria: Reconciling Statutory Provisions with Constitutional Presumption of Innocence
Introduction The concept of a “holding charge”, whereby a defendant is brought before a court to secure a remand order
May 16, 2025
The Law of Defamation in Nigeria: A Shield and A Sword
Introduction The entire gamut of the law of defamation revolves around two forms: libel (written) and slander (oral). Carefully observing
