How Qualified Privilege in Nigerian Defamation Law May Protect VeryDark Man Defamation in Nigeria is a significant legal concern, especially when individuals make statements about public figures or institutions. Â However, qualified privilege is a key defense in defamation cases, protecting individuals who speak on matters of public interest, especially when they are honest and act […]
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Numan, the town that lends its name to one of the 21 Local Government Areas in Adamawa State in north-east Nigeria, is home to the Bwatiye (Bachama), a transnational identity group stretching into parts of Cameroon. Located in the basin of Benue River and one of its tributaries, River Taraba, Numan’s fecund lands play host
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What is Arraignment? Understanding the Process in the Nigerian Legal System Arraignment is a crucial stage in the criminal justice process, marking the formal commencement of a trial. It ensures that a defendant is brought before a court of law, informed of the charges against them, and given the opportunity to enter a plea. This
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IGP Reiterates Ban on Public Parade of Criminal Suspects Abuja, Nigeria – The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has reaffirmed the ban on public parade of criminal suspects before formal charges are filed in court. According to a statement by the Force spokesperson, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, this directive underscores the IGP’s commitment to upholding
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PSC Chairman writes IGP, demands investigation of  Zone 7 police officers involved in corrupt practices/land matters: The Chairman of the Police Service Commission DIG Hashimu Argungu rtd mni, in line with his avowed commitment to purge the Police from meddling into civil matters, has officially written to the Inspector General of Police demanding investigation into
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Illegal Eviction Case: Court gives Osakwe final chance to appear in eviction case. A Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Maitama, presided over by Justice Samira Bature, has granted a final adjournment to property developer Cecil Osakwe, warning that failure to appear at the next sitting will result in a warrant of arrest. Osakwe
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The Police Service Commission (PSC) has taken a historic step to restore accountability in Nigeria’s law enforcement system by ordering the immediate retirement of all senior police officers who have exceeded the 35-year service limit or 60-year age cap. This landmark decision, made at an extraordinary meeting on January 31, 2025, puts an end to
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Alleged illegal eviction: Court warns Lawyer Victor Giwa and Property Developer Cecil Osakwe over  repeated absences. Justice Samira Bature of the Federal Capital Territory High Court in Maitama, Abuja, on Monday issued a warning to lawyer  Victor Giwa and property developer Cecil Osakwe over their repeated non-appearance for arraignment in a case involving alleged unlawful
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Transparency Demanded in Wilson Collins Killings Investigation. Asabe Waziri Justice Advocacy Initiative (AWJAI) and Citizens’ Gavel Foundation for Social Justice (GAVEL), two non-profit organisations committed to promoting justice and strengthening democratic values, have jointly petitioned the Inspector General of Police (IGP) to provide an official update on the investigation into the alleged killings of three
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NBA Ikeja Launches I-Witness Platform to Combat Judicial Corruption and Boost Efficiency. The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Ikeja branch, has introduced the NBA Ikeja i-Witness Platform, an innovative feature designed to monitor corruption, inefficiencies, and other impediments within the judicial system. Â This platform, integrated into the branch’s newly ungraded website, allows members to report real-time
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