President Buhari on September 16, 2020, signed the new Police Act 2020 into law and this replaced the old Police Act, CAP P.19, LFN, 2004. Below are the highpoints of the new amendments that every Nigerian should be aware of: 1) Section 66(1) of the Police Act 2020, ONLY a Police Officer who is a …
Being the full text of the Keynote address delivered by Akajiugo Emeka Obegolu, SAN at the ongoing NBA Keffi Branch 2023 Law Week at The Nasarawa State University of The 20th Of November 2023. INTRODUCTION “Nigerian lawyers should practice internationally and should also charge internationally- to practice without borders and charge without borders too”To be licensed to practice law in Nigeria in whatever area …
Letter of administration in is the legal authority granted by the Probate Court to a person called the administrator or administratrix to administer the estate or property of a person who died intestate.A person is said to have died intestate when he dies without leaving behind a valid Will. The administrator then derive his or …
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The administration, practice, and procedure for probate in Nigeria are principally regulated by the Administration of Estate Laws of the various states of the Federation. The provisions and forms for each state are identical to one another. Other laws that govern probate in various states include the followings: The above-mentioned probate laws regulate the administration of the …
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INTRODUCTION For a contract to be valid, all of its elements must coexist. There are a number of things that can vitiate a contract, one of which is to make the contract lose its validity. Some of the most common of them are misrepresentation, mistake, duress, undue influence, unconscionability, illegality, capacity, and lack of time, …
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Photo by Netflix Welcome to the best new movies of 2023, where you can discover the latest films championed by the critics community! Every movie on the list is Certified Fresh, meaning they held on to a Tomato meter (rottentomatoe.com) score of at least 75% after a minimum number of critics review — 40 for …
Dictador, a Colombian rum producer, has appointed Mika, a humanoid AI robot, as its new CEO. This is the first time an AI robot has been appointed to lead a global company. Mika was developed by Hanson Robotics and customized by Dictador to represent the company and its values. She can make data-driven decisions quickly …
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Being illuminated of your legal rights as a Tenant can help ensure that you are treated fairly and receive the full benefits of a tenancy agreement. In this blog post, we will x-ray the laws that protect Nigerian tenants and demystify how they can help you in your tenancy contract. The Right to a Written …
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There have been a surge in the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the legal profession in Nigeria and other jurisdictions. However, the majority of lawyers and law firms in Nigeria still prefer the traditional system of legal practice and remain conservative towards the adoption of AI for the advancement of the legal system and …
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Introduction In the dynamic landscape of the Nigerian banking sector, capital adequacy plays a pivotal role in ensuring the stability and resilience of financial institutions. As we enter 2023, it’s crucial to understand the latest developments and regulations surrounding capital adequacy in Nigeria’s banking laws. This article will provide you with a comprehensive overview of …
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