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Generally, where the paternity of an adult is in issue, court cannot order the conduct of a DNA test.
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February 10, 2017
- Posted by: Stephen Azubuike
- Category: Case Law Blog
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A party is at liberty to correct errors revealed by a preliminary objection.
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February 9, 2017
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- Category: Case Law Blog
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Non-compliance with the Rules of Court can amount to breach of right of fair hearing. However, not in all cases..
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February 9, 2017
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- Category: Case Law Blog
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A sheriff charged with the execution of judgment can be sued by the judgment debtor or judgment creditor.
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February 8, 2017
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- Category: Case Law Blog
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On the need for our courts to always do justice – Notable pronouncement by Nnamani, JSC
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February 7, 2017
- Posted by:
- Categories: Case Law Blog, Notable Pronouncements
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Use of abbreviated names by legal practitioners appears risky but the Supreme Court has come to the rescue.
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February 3, 2017
- Posted by: Stephen Azubuike
- Category: Case Law Blog
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In the absence of a Reply pleading, a plaintiff may adduce evidence to deny fact pleaded in a defence.
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February 2, 2017
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- Category: Case Law Blog
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The Federal High Court lacks jurisdiction over civil claims arising from insurance matters, section 97 of the Insurance Act, 1997 notwithstanding.
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February 2, 2017
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- Category: Case Law Blog
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Failure to join INEC in an election petition case is fatal!
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February 1, 2017
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- Category: Case Law Blog
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Statement on Oath filed in support of a Claim or Defence is valid and operative even if the Claim or Defence is later amended without new oath filed.
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February 1, 2017
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- Category: Case Law Blog
