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Trial Within Trial: A Recurring Problem With Administration of Criminal Justice in Nigeria

Introduction The criminal justice system in Nigeria has become a subject of continuous concerns amongst stakeholders and the general public. It is riddled with age-long challenges viz: procedural and substantive; that requires rejigging. One of…

Internet Defamation: Before You Get Sued

Introduction The advent of the internet has greatly impacted lives. It has enabled humans to communicate easier than ever before. However, with no restrictions on communications, there have been a plethora of cases of inconvenience arising from…

Should The Stamp Duties Act Apply to House Rent Agreements?

Should The Stamp Duties Act Apply to House Rent Agreements? July 6, 2020 Introduction Recently, the Federal Inland Revenue Service (“the FIRS”) issued a circular reminding Nigerians to comply with Section 4 of the Stamp…

Enforcement of Foreign Arbitral Awards in Nigeria: An Overview

Introduction With the developments in international trade and commerce, international commercial transactions with persons and corporations residents in different countries, are on the increase. When disputes arise in these relationships and consequently resolved via arbitration,…

Operational Guidelines on Global Standing Instruction

Introduction On July 13 2020, the Central Bank of Nigeria (“CBN”) released a circular on operational guidelines on global standing instruction (“GSI”). Becoming effective on August 1 2020, the GSI aims to facilitate an improved…