The Legal Practitioners Privileges Committee (LPPC), established under section 5(3) of the Legal Practitioners Act (As Amended), is a statutory body in Nigeria responsible for conferring the prestigious title of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN). Â This rank, akin to the title of Queen’s Counsel (QC) in the United Kingdom, recognizes distinguished legal practitioners who have […]
Introduction Reforming Nigeria’s prisons is an essential issue that impacts not only the incarcerated individuals but also society as a whole. Nigerian correctional centers are not just institutions designed to house individuals awaiting trial or serving sentences; They are an integral part of the country’s justice system that unfortunately reflects a profound social dilemma, and
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Restorative Justice in Nigeria: A Path to Conflict Resolution and Justice Reform In a significant move towards justice reform, the Federal Government is calling on stakeholders to adopt restorative justice in Nigeria as a central approach for conflict resolution. This call was made by Mr. Mohammed Abubakar, Director of Public Prosecution of the Federation at
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Restorative justice in Nigeria: A Path to Healing and Accountability Introduction Restorative Justice in Nigeria is an evolving approach in the field of criminal law that emphasizes repairing the harm caused by criminal behavior through inclusive processes that engage all stakeholders. It is a system of dispute resolution that emphasizes repairing the harm caused by
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Defamation in Nigeria is the act of communicating false statements about a person that result in damage to that person’s reputation. A defamatory statement is one which tends to lower a person in the estimation of other members of society; or to expose him to hatred, contempt, or ridicule; or to cause other persons to
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Statutes of Limitations in Nigeria: A Comprehensive Guide Introduction Before taking ;legal action, it is crucial to understand the statutes of limitations in Nigeria as different types of action are subject to specific timeframes. Â A statute of limitations is a legal term that defines the period within which a lawsuit must be filed. Â Once this
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PSC Chair Seeks Justice for Crime Victims, Calls for Criminal Justice Reform. Chairman of the Police Service Commission (PSC), retired Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) Hashimu Argungu, has called for a comprehensive reform of Nigeria’s criminal justice system to ensure that victims of crime are no longer marginalized and treated as mere witnesses, but
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Understanding Nigeria Law: Difference Between Civil and Criminal Cases in Nigeria Introduction In Nigeria, as in many other countries, the legal system distinguishes between two primary types of cases: civil and criminal. While both fall under the broader umbrella of law, they serve different purposes, involve different processes, and have distinct implications for the parties
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Understanding Employment Laws in Nigeria: A Guide to Wrongful Termination vs. Unlawful Termination Navigating employment-related issues can be challenging for both employers and employees, especially when it comes to termination. In Nigeria, employment law governs the relationship between employers and employees, ensuring fairness in employment practices. One key aspect of this legal framework is the
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Plea Bargaining in Nigeria’s Criminal Justice System: How it Works and Why it Matters Introduction Plea bargaining in Nigeria’s criminal justice system has gained significant attention since its introduction. Globally, the acceptance of plea bargaining as a crucial part of the legal systems continues to rise, including in Nigeria, where it was first recognized in
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