Public Interest Litigation in Nigeria: Challenges and Opportunities. Very recently, the Centre for Human Rights of the University of Lagos, in collaboration with the Women Advocates Research and Documentation Centre (WARDC), organized a seminar on the state of public interest litigation in Nigeria, its challenges and opportunities, with specific focus on reproductive justice. Given the […]
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Chief justice of Nigeria: The role of politics in judicial Succession When he died at 80 in June 2008, Lamidi Aribiyi Adedibu was one of the best known political godfathers of his generation and certainly one of the most disruptive in Nigeria. In Ibadan, Oyo State in south-west Nigeria, where he held sway, Adedibu was
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Bobrisky’s Prison Allegations Spark Suspensions Following Bobrisky’s prison allegations, the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has suspended two senior officers of the service in Lagos. These suspensions come in response to a viral video where Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky, claimed that after being convicted and sentenced for the abuse
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Police Service Commission: Officers Warned Against Involvement in Civil Disputes, Promotion at Risk. The Police Service Commission (PSC) has issued a stern warning to serving police officers against involvement in civil matters such as land, rent, and marital disputes. According to the Chairman of the PSC, retired Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Hashimu Argungu, officers found
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Police Service Commission ends special promotions, introduces new merit-based system. The Chairman of the Police Service Commission (PSC), DIG Hashimu Argungu (Retd.), mni, announced today, Tuesday, September 3, 2024, that special promotions in the Nigeria Police Force have been abolished. The announcement was made during a meeting with a delegation from the Association of Retired
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Abuse of Authority in the Nigerian Police Force: A Call for Accountability In a shocking display of abuse of authority in the Nigeria Police Force, a Nigerian police officer, Inspector Collins Wilson Onyebuchi, has been implicated in a tragic incident in Abuja that underscores the urgent need for accountability within the Nigerian Police Force. On
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Enhancing Police Efficiency: PSC to Implement Written Exams for Police Promotions. The Police Service Commission (PSC) is set to enhance the efficiency and integrity of the  Nigeria Police Force by introducing written exams for police promotions.  This significant reform underscores the PSC’s commitment to ensuring that promotions within the force are based on merit, knowledge,
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Deterrence in Justice: The Role of Accountability and Integrity In every society, the prevalence of crime poses a significant challenge to law and order. A crucial aspect of addressing this challenge lies in understanding the concept of deterrence in justice. At its core, deterrence is about dissuading individuals from committing crimes by creating a fear
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Illegal eviction in Nigeria, a pervasive issue, is a violation of fundamental human rights. It affects not only tenants but also property owners who find their investments jeopardized. Â AWJAI, a dedicated advocate for social justice, sheds light on this pressing matter, emphasizing the rights of both parties and the critical role of law enforcement. What
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Introduction The Nigerian judiciary is a multifaceted system designed to uphold the rule of law and ensure justice across the nation. One critical component of this system is the superior courts of record, which play a crucial role in interpreting and applying the law. These courts are integral to the legal landscape, serving as repositories
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