Fair dealing in copyright aims to strike a balance between the rights of creators and the public’s access to creative works. Indeed, one way it seeks to achieve this balance is through the defence of fair dealing, which permits limited use of copyrighted materials without the owner’s permission under specific circumstances. What is Fair Dealing […]
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Custody Wars in Nigeria. Custody wars in Nigeria are increasingly common, especially in divorce and Judicial separation cases. The question of who should have custody of a child is not just legal — it’s emotional, cultural, and at times, religious. Understanding how these custody disputes are mostly resolved under Nigerian law helps parents better to
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Introduction The rise of social media has turned family-generated content into a lucrative avenue for creativity and income in Nigeria. From hilarious TikTok skits to heartwarming Instagram reels, families like the Bamideles have captured audiences with their unique blend of talent and relatability. Funmi writes the scripts, Dele shoots and edits the videos, and their
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INTRODUCTION I had the opportunity to appear before Honourable Justice Balogun sitting at the High Court of Lagos state, Ikeja where he shared an anecdote with the legal practitioners present which points to the relevance of Judicial Separation in my head. I was onboard a train in the United States of America (USA) when I encountered a
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Abstract The concept of duty of care entails the legal obligation imposed on individuals or entities to exercise a reasonable standard of care in actions that could foreseeably cause harm to others. This article examines the duty of care owed by establishments to vehicle owners in Nigeria, with a specific focus on the legal implications
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TAXATION OF TECH PROFESSIONALS IN NIGERIA WORKING FOR FOREIGN COMPANIES: AN ANALYTICAL REVIEW BY: INTRODUCTION In the era of globalization, remote work has become increasingly common, particularly in the technology sector. Nigerian tech professionals, or “tech guys,” often find lucrative employment opportunities with foreign companies while residing in Nigeria. This trend raises pertinent questions about
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Prosecution of Minors in Nigeria: Legal Framework, Child Challenges, and Implications ABSTRACT The prosecution of minors in Nigeria is a complex subject at the convergence of juvenile justice and human rights law. The legal system, while largely influenced by international conventions, remains bound by Nigerian cultural, socio-economic, and legal realities, often presenting unique challenges in
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Dispute is an intricate aspect of human interaction, and there is a need to resolve this dispute in order to foster continuous human association and cooperation. There are several means of resolving disputes. It could be settled through the court system established in your jurisdiction (Judicial) or it could be settled out of court either
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Statutory Marriage Dissolution in Nigeria In Nigeria, statutory marriages end only through a spouse’s death or formal divorce cases in court. For instance, this rule applies to all legally recognized marriages, including those under civil law. Consequently, divorce cases require a structured legal process to dissolve statutory unions, unlike other marriage types. Court Jurisdiction for
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THE TORT OF DEFAMATION IN NIGERIA INTRODUCTION The tort of defamation is concerned with the damage to reputation caused by injurious publications. The purpose of the law of defamation is to protect the good reputation of a person from being damaged by another person. Thus, defamation is the publication of a statement which tends to
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