LPDC Suspends Abuja Lawyer for Property Fraud in =N=29 Million Real Estate Scam The Legal Practitioners Disciplinary Committee (LPDC) has suspended Abuja-based lawyer, Everestus Chinedum Ugwuowo, from practicing law in Nigeria for five years, following his indictment in a ₦29 million property fraud case. The suspension was the outcome of a petition filed by Mrs. […]
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In a continued effort to uphold the rule of law and ensure that police detention practices align with the Administration of Criminal Justice Act (ACJA), 2015, the Asabe Waziri Justice Advocacy Initiative (AWJAI), in partnership with the Administration of Criminal Justice Monitoring Committee (ACJMC) and Citizens Gavel, conducted an oversight visit to Ushafa Police Station.
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Introduction In the grand theatre of politics, there are actors and spectators, and woven throughout is the insidious thread of Sycophancy. The sycophants, who neither lead nor question but exist only to flatter, sing praises, and shield bad leaders from accountability. They are the drumbeaters of mediocrity, the architects of deception, and the greatest enemies of
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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 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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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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The Bedrock of Justice: Why Ethical Practice in Law Matters The recent disqualification of Victor Giwa from the NBA Garki Branch chairman race in Abuja underscores the crucial role of ethical conduct and professional integrity in the legal profession. Giwa’s case, marked by allegations of misconduct and illegal eviction, starkly illustrates how ethical breaches can
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