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INIUBONG UMOREN: IN A GAME OF CONSCIENCE AND WITS, ALLEGED KILLER PLEADS SELF-DEFENCE

The news of the death of Iniubong Umoren, the young Nigerian lady allegedly killed in cold blood while in search of a job, has remained one of the most unfortunate incidents in these trying times in Nigeria. A young man, Uduak Frank Akpan, currently “cooling off” in the Police net at Akwa Ibom State has […]

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May 14, 2021
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Crime Report Opinions

ATTEMPT TO ROB BUHARI’S CHIEF OF STAFF: ANY BIG DEAL?

Peoples Gazette exclusively reported that recently, suspected robbers invaded the residences of President Buhari’s two senior aides – Chief of Staff, Prof. Ibrahim Gambari, and Admin Officer, Abubakar Maikano, within the neighbourhood of the Presidential Villa. This ugly incident allegedly occurred notwithstanding the heavy security presence around Nigeria’s palace of power. More so, considering the […]

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May 11, 2021
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Legal Explainer Opinions

OYEDEPO VS COVID-19 VACCINE: WHERE DOES THE LAW STAND?

From the trending reports, Bishop David Oyedepo of Living Faith Church International (Winners Chapel) has spoken out against Covid-19 Vaccine. The revered Man of God has equally urged members of his congregation to reject the Vaccine. In order appreciate the issues, we need to begin by looking at the provisions of Section 45(1) of the […]

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May 10, 2021
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Crime Report

KAYODE BADRU ALLEGEDLY ROASTED IN A CELE CHURCH: WHY THE LAW SHOULD TAKE ITS COURSE

A heartbreaking news had it that a popular socialite, Kayode Badru, recently lost his life in an avoidable religious tragedy. Mr Badru was a member of Celestial Church of Christ (CCC). He was based in Dubai. He was said to have returned to Nigeria to celebrate with some members of the Church whom were beneficiaries […]

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May 9, 2021
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BILL & MELINDA GATES DIVORCE: 4 TAKEAWAYS

pic.twitter.com/padmHSgWGc — Bill Gates (@BillGates) May 3, 2021 Melinda Gates and Bill Gates made a shocking announcement on 3 May 2021 that their marriage (which produced three incredible children) was coming to an end. From the public statement issued by the wonderful couple, we learn of four vital information: 1. Mutual agreement to divorce […]

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May 3, 2021
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IS THE TRAP SET FOR BABA IJESHA LEGALLY JUSTIFIED?

In the last few days, Nollywood actor, Olanrewaju James (also known as Baba Ijesha) has been in the news for sexually assaulting a 14-year-old girl, and is currently cooling off with the Nigeria Police. The background story is that Baba Ijesha had allegedly molested the teenager seven years ago. Considering the inefficacies of allegations lacking […]

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May 2, 2021
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Notable Pronouncements

TARABA: SUPREME COURT ACTUALLY AFFIRMED EX-GOV. REV. NYAME’S NEW TITLE OF A “COMMON THIEF WITH UNBRIDLED GREED”

Recall that on 7 February 2020, the Supreme Court of Nigeria affirmed the conviction and sentencing of Reverend Jolly Tevoru Nyame, the former Governor of Taraba State, for criminal breach of trust, criminal misappropriation, taking gratification as a public servant, and obtaining a valuable thing, as a public servant, without consideration. The Economic and Financial […]

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May 1, 2021
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Case Law

OLISA METUH’S CORRUPTION CASE: HOW JUSTICE ABANG FELL INTO A WEB OF BIAS THAT NULLIFIED METUH’S TRIAL AND CONVICTION

Olisa Metuh v. Federal Republic of Nigeria [2021] 6 NWLR (Pt. 1771) 82 One of the high points of the fight against corruption by the President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration upon assuming office in 2015 was the raid on politicians on the opposition divide – The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The raid was based on allegations of […]

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April 30, 2021
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Case Law

CHILD MOLESTERS ARE BARBARIC ANIMALS OF DANGEROUS SPECIES – SUPREME COURT

In myriads of cases, the Nigerian Supreme Court has had to deal with appeals relating to cases of child molestation. The apex Court has consistently expressed deep concern and condemned the act in strong terms. For instance, in the case of Boniface Adonike v. The State [2015] 7 NWLR (Pt. 1458) 237 at 266, Okoro, […]

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April 28, 2021
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ON LIMIT TO POWERS OF THE SUPREME COURT UNDER SECTION 22 OF THE SUPREME COURT ACT

Case Law

SUPREME COURT FORBIDS LAWYERS FROM PLEADING ALLOCUTUS

Francis v. Federal Republic of Nigeria [2021] 5 NWLR (Pt. 1769) 398 at 412, per Eko, JSC: “Allocutus”, as defined in Earl Jowitt: The Dictionary of English Law, is what the convict has to say why the court should not proceed to sentence him. That is, what the convict shows “Why the sentence should not […]

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April 26, 2021
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