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find other interesting articles via this click. In a significant move towards promoting the legislative drafting discipline of the legal profession, Dr. Jaja Tamuno Tonye, on behalf of the Association of Legislative Drafting and Advocacy Practitioners (ALDRAP), graciously donated eleven e-copies of a law journal to the recently launched LegisTech Library. This generous contribution aims to support the library's mission of fostering knowledge and innovation in the field of legislative drafting. Moreover, Dr. Jaja Tamuno Tonye has been invited by Bussola Tech, the Brazilian company behind the LegisTech Library, to co-author an article on the role of e-libraries in advancing the legislative drafting discipline.  The Role of E-Libraries in Promoting the Legislative Drafting Discipline: The legal profession is constantly evolving, and the advent of technology has revolutionized the way legal research and drafting are conducted. E-libraries, like the LegisTech Library, play a...

find other interesting articles via this click. In response to the recent assault on the national president of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, in Imo State, the unions threatened to embark on a nationwide strike. However, the National Industrial Court (NIC) has intervened and restrained the NLC, the Trade Union Congress (TUC), and their affiliates from carrying out any form of strike or industrial action. President of the Court, Justice Benedict Kanyip, issued the restraining order following an ex-parte application brought before the Court by the Federal Government of Nigeria and the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice. The order, based on Sections 17 and 19 of the National Industrial Court Act, aims to prevent the planned strike action. The Federal Government and the Attorney General, represented by their lawyer Tijani Gazali, argued that the strike action would inflict untold hardships on innocent law-abiding citizens and their businesses. Gazali...

Saudi Arabia commits to boosting Nigeria's forex liquidity and revitalizing its refineries, says Minister of Information and Communication In a bilateral meeting between President Bola Tinubu and Saudi's Crown Prince HRH Mohammed bin Salman during the Saudi-Africa Summit in Riyadh, the Saudi Arabian government has promised to invest in the revamping of Nigeria's refineries, according to Minister of Information and Communication Mohammed Idris. "The Crown Prince hinted that the refinery investments in Nigeria will be led by the Saudi state-owned oil company, Saudi Aramco, with the revamp to be completed within a two- to three-year timeframe," stated Minister Idris. He further quoted Prince bin Salman as commending Tinubu for the economic reforms undertaken since his assumption of office about six months ago, expressing support for these reforms. Furthermore, to support the ongoing reforms of Nigeria's foreign exchange regime by the Central Bank, the...

The President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, recently shared his shocking experience in Imo State, where he was subjected to physical assault during an industrial action. While Ajaero accused the police authorities of orchestrating the incident, they have vehemently denied any involvement.  Ajaero described the incident, stating that he was dragged on the floor and beaten like a common criminal. The assault occurred when the NLC was enforcing an industrial action in Imo State. Ajaero further alleged that the police authorities and the state government were behind the attack, although both parties have denied any responsibility. Recounting the events, Ajaero explained that while he was at the NLC secretariat with journalists and officials to address the press, the police arrived and withdrew the security personnel present. He was then arrested by the police and handed over to a group of thugs. One of the police officers even questioned the decision to ...

find other interesting articles via this click. In the  recent case of  "First Option Motors Ltd. & Anor. vs. Ogun State Government & Ors" the Court of Appeal delivered a significant judgment emphasizing the importance of the constitutional right to fair hearing. The case centered around the revocation of the appellants' land title without affording them an opportunity to present their case. This article explores the key principles discussed in the judgment and their implications for adhoc bodies tasked with determining individuals' rights. The Principle of Fair Hearing: The Court of Appeal reiterated that the right to fair hearing is a fundamental principle enshrined in the Nigerian Constitution. Section 36(1) of the 1999 Constitution guarantees that every person is entitled to a fair hearing within a reasonable time by a court or tribunal established by law. This principle applies not only to courts but also to adhoc bodies with the authority to ...

According to report we got from our email Portal. The Chief justice  of Nigeria has directed the rescheduling of the Supreme Court sitting that was originally planned to take place between the 13th and 17th of November, 2023. I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to inform you of an important update regarding the sitting of thec Supreme Court of Nigeria. His lordship, the Honourable Chief Justice of Nigeria, Hon. Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, GCON, has directed the rescheduling of the Supreme Court sitting that was originally planned to take place between the 13th and 17th of November, 2023. This decision has been made in order to allow the Honourable Justices of the Supreme Court to attend the All Nigeria Judges' Conference, which is scheduled to be held during the same period. The Supreme Court's Registry will communicate the new dates for the sitting to all affected parties and their counsel in due course. We apologize for any inc...

In a recent incident that has sent shockwaves through the legal community, the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has confirmed an attack on a judge of the Upper Area Court in Balanga Local Government Area of Gombe State. The judge was visiting a locus in quo at the time of the assault, marking a distressing violation of the sanctity of the judiciary. The NBA, representing legal professionals across Nigeria, has swiftly condemned this act of violence and pledged to ensure that the perpetrators face the full weight of the law. The association's President has directed the collaboration of the NBA Gombe Branch and the NBA Security Agencies Relations Committee (SARC) with the Gombe State Police Command to promptly investigate and apprehend those responsible for this criminal contempt of court. Upholding the integrity of the judiciary and safeguarding the safety and well-being of judicial officers are paramount to the NBA. This condemnable incident serves as a stark reminder of ...

Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has sworn in 14 sole administrators to oversee the local government areas of the state. The swearing-in ceremony took place on November 9, 2023, at the Nadama Hall in Gusau, the state capital. The governor emphasized the guiding principles of competence, dedication, and experience in the selection of the administrators. During the ceremony, Governor Lawal reminded the newly sworn-in sole administrators of his administration's mission to transform the well-being of the people, particularly in the areas of security and infrastructure development. He urged them to fully implement policies and programs that would contribute to the positive transformation of the state. The sole administrators will be responsible for overseeing the affairs of the Local Government Councils for a period of six months. This interim arrangement will continue until all necessary preparations for the Local Government elections are completed by the State Independent Elector...

Nigerian Medical Association expresses concern over safety of doctors in Enugu State. In a shocking incident, a resident doctor, Dr Orockarrah Orock, attached to the University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital (UNTH) in Enugu State, managed to escape from the clutches of his kidnappers. The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has confirmed the incident and expressed deep concern over the safety of doctors in the state. According to Dr Celestine Ugwoke, the Chairman of NMA, Enugu State chapter, Dr Orock was abducted from the hospital vicinity on Saturday night. The doctor's escape came about when his abductors negotiated a ransom with his wife. After the negotiation, the kidnappers fell asleep, presumably due to the influence of drugs and alcohol. Seizing this opportunity, Dr Orock crawled away from the spot where he was kept, trekked and ran a considerable distance until he reached an area with human activities. Finally, he emerged near the Four Corner Junction of the Enugu-...

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has included the name of Timipre Sylva, the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), in the final list of candidates for the upcoming governorship election in Bayelsa State. This decision by INEC comes in compliance with an Appeal Court judgement that overturned the disqualification of Sylva's candidacy for the poll. The new list, which was published on INEC's website, states that Sylva will be the APC governorship candidate, with Maciver Joshua as his running mate. The amendment was made following a court order delivered on October 31, 2023, which set aside the earlier judgement that disqualified Sylva from participating in the election. In a statement, INEC said, "By virtue of the provisions of Section 287 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended), the Commission is bound to enforce the Orders of Court on nomination of candidates by political parties in the state....

  Peter Obi, the flagbearer of the Labour Party (LP) in the February 2023 elections in Nigeria, has put forward a proposal for a five-year single presidential tenure for each of the six geopolitical zones in the country. This recommendation comes in response to a recent suggestion by Atiku Abubakar, the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), for a constitutional amendment to establish a six-year single term for the President. Obi's Proposal: During a press conference in Abuja, Peter Obi outlined his proposal for a five-year single tenure, with a 30-year rotational system. He believes that this amendment to the constitution would create a functional and productive framework for Nigeria. Unlike Atiku's proposal, which suggested a six-year term for each of the six geopolitical zones, Obi argues for a shorter term with a rotational system to ensure inclusivity and equal representation. Obi stated, "I will go for a five-year tenure, which will go for 30 ye...