the time frame within which names of Ministers and Commissioners nominated for appointment are to be submitted for confirmation – what the law says
1.0 Introduction On Friday, 17th March 2023, news made the rounds that the immediate past President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari signed 16 Constitutional amendment Bills into law. One of these amendment Bills is the Fifth Alteration (No.23) which altered the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended) (“the 1999 …
JURISDICTIONAL VALUE OF PRE-ACTION NOTICES IN CIVIL PROCEDURE
Introduction. Pre-action notices have become pivotal in the evolution of our civil processes in Nigeria, with the concept finding its way into our rules of court, practice directions, and procedures and our various laws which established various government agencies in Nigeria. Essentially, the concept has become a mainstay in our civil processes such that non-compliance …
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LEGAL THRESHOLD OF A VALID WILL IN NIGERIA
Introduction. A Will is a testamentary disposition usually made by a testator to give instructions to his executors on how he wishes to have his/her assets distributed upon his demise. There is a lot of skepticism about Will making, but if it is made in compliance with the dictates of the law it is usually …
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PROCEDURE FOR THE REGISTRATION OF TITLE TO LAND IN NIGERIA
Introduction. Ownership and transfer of land is the gamut of the real estate sector in Nigeria. The real estate sector in Nigeria is one of the most thriving industries in the country and although the circumstances and peculiarity of each land or property transaction vary, what will be found is that individuals, corporations, and investors …
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COMPENSATION/REMEDIES FOR FLIGHT DELAYS AND CANCELLATIONS IN NIGERIA
Introduction. It is commonplace to witness the rage of disgruntled customers at any local Nigerian airport expressing their disappointment for the cancellation or delays in their flight to their respective destinations. This unilateral act on the part of airlines, however justifiable in the circumstances comes with significant and sometimes dire levels of inconvenience to customers …
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ISSUANCE OF LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION IN NIGERIA – A PRACTICAL APPROACH
Introduction. Families are usually distraught when a loved one dies, so much so that they most often do not realize that certain rights enure to their benefit upon the death of such a person. One of the rights or the position family members tend to occupy because of their relationship with a deceased member is …
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PROCEDURE FOR THE REGISTRATION OF TITLE TO LAND IN NIGERIA
Introduction. Ownership and transfer of land is the gamut of the real estate sector in Nigeria. The real estate sector in Nigeria is one of the most thriving industries in the country and although the circumstances and peculiarity of each land or property transaction vary, what will be found is that individuals, corporations, and investors …
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AN OVERVIEW OF DEED OF ASSENT IN NIGERIA
Introduction. A Deed of Assent (Assent) is an instrument or legal document that comes into existence in furtherance of the devolution of title to real property to beneficiaries under a Will. It is capable of transferring title to a property further to the dictates of the testator and after the grant of probate to the …
THE WANING POPULARITY OF DIPLOMATIC PROTECTION IN RESOLVING INTERNATIONAL INVESTMENT DISPUTES
INTRODUCTION In a bid to impact the local economy of a State, most developed and developing countries strive to attract foreign direct investment (“FDI”) with a view to bringing new opportunities for education, technology, and culture. Investors leverage this by establishing local companies (which may most times require acquisition of properties) and carrying on businesses …
Constitutional Amendment On The First Session And Inauguration Of Members-Elect Of The National And State House Of Assembly
Introduction Recently, the wind of amendment which greeted the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 was received with pageantry and aplomb. The news broke when most media outlets in the country reported that President Muhammadu Buhari had assented to sixteen (16) Constitution Alteration Bills presented to him by the National House of Assembly.[1] …