Nigerian Law Forum

Introduction With businesses now online, consumers have to fill in different personal information to facilitate online transactions. Some of the data collected by website owners or online service providers outlive the transactions, especially in instances of one-time transactions. The rate...

Introduction One of the many questions that came with the coronavirus pandemic (Covid-19) was the possibility of getting married online and its legality. Online wedding also known as virtual wedding dispenses physical presence of the intending parties (bride and groom),...

IntroductionWhat are Incorporated Trustees?How to Register as Incorporated Trustees in NigeriaEffect of Registration as Incorporated Trustees in Nigeria4Disqualification of Trustees in Nigeria5:Can Foreigners be Incorporated as Trustees in Nigeria?Conclusion Introduction This article explains how non-profit organizations like churches can register as...

Can my landlord evict me in Lagos State?Law Regulating Tenancy in LagosGrounds for Lawful Eviction of a Tenant in LagosThe Eviction Process in Lagos StateConclusion Can my landlord evict me in Lagos State? Introduction This article examines whether a landlord can evict...

1. Introduction  While fund is greatly required at the startup inception stage, it is a major setback suffered by most startups as they have no proven track record of success and investors therefore consider them as high-risk investments. Notwithstanding, there...

The Position of the Law on Mobile Courts and its Procedure in Nigeria Society is often fraught with different kinds of disputes, which could either be civil or criminal in nature. The court, therefore, is the body, vested with the...

Gone are the days when you have to visit the Court in person in order to obtain an affidavit. The Oyo State High Court of Justice has launched an e-affidavit system in Nigeria which means that you can create...

Restraint of trade in employment contracts Introduction In recent times, employees have become more aware of restrictions placed on their employment liberty at the end of their employment relationship. This restriction is usually due to a restraint of trade clause contained...

Introduction Probation has become a necessary aspect of the employment process in many organisations. Although probation has no statutory backing in the law, its practice in employment relationships has become widely accepted in different organisations. This article aims to answer...

The rise of insecurity and the cry for state police in Nigeria The rise of insecurity in Nigeria has led to a public outcry for the need for state police as a means to curb insecurity. Some notable voices that...

Can a president be impeached in Nigeria? Can a president be impeached in Nigeria? Using constitutional law and precedents, this article provides a detailed answer to the question, 'Can a president be impeached in Nigeria?' and explains the procedure for impeachment...

Can I Practise Law in Another Country? It is not new for lawyers licensed in one country to practise law in another country or jurisdiction. This practice has improved diversity in the legal profession.1 A full-fledged lawyer who is qualified...

Important Constitutional Rights Every Nigerian Should Know This article highlights 5 important constitutional rights every Nigerian should know. Constitutional rights are privileges which are enjoyed by citizens of different countries. In Nigeria, these rights are contained in the constitution1 and...

Is traditional marriage legal in Nigeria? Traditional marriage, also known as customary marriage or native marriage, is a type of marriage that is celebrated according to customs. Nigeria has a plural legal system that recognizes customary law and that is why...

In the case of Insp. Gabriel of the C.O.P. Monitoring Unit Lagos v Ukpabio & Ors(2022) LPELR-57032(SC). the Nigerian Supreme Court had to determine whether the  Federal High Court has jurisdiction to entertain, hear and determine actions on fundamental human...

There are instances where suspects' relatives have reportedly been arrested. This often raises the question: can relatives be arrested in place of a suspect? It is illegal to arrest someone else in place of a suspect In Nigeria, by virtue of...