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Ultimate Thing to Know During the Divorce Process in Nigeria: Are Divorce Papers Signed?

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You may think that divorce process in Nigeria is as simple as both parties signing divorce papers. If you’ve ever watched a Nollywood movie or an American drama, you’ve probably seen the scene: one angry spouse storms into a room, throws a document on the table, and says, “Sign it. I’m done.” The other spouse, […]

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MAINTENANCE, RELIEF OR PUNISHMENT: ULTIMATE THINGS YOU MUST KNOW

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INTRODUCTION TO MAINTENANCE, RELIEF OR PUNISHMENT The dissolution of marriage as provided under the Matrimonial Causes Act raises the issue of maintenance as the case may be. Section 15(1) of the MCA allows divorce petitions based on a single sole ground which is `irretrievable breakdown’ of the marriage. Nigeria’s Matrimonial Causes Act (MCA) legally governs maintenance to prevent financial destitution after marriage dissolution. The

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HOW TO PROVE ADULTERY IN MATRIMONIAL CAUSE IN NIGERIA: ULTIMATE THING TO KNOW

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INTRODUCTION TO ADULTERY IN MATRIMONIAL CAUSE Adultery is one of those subjects that live at the intersection of morality, emotion, and law. It is as old as marriage itself. It is a betrayal that has been condemned by religion, frowned upon by culture, and, under certain circumstances, punishable by law. Yet, proving adultery in Nigeria

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GUARDIANSHIP IN NIGERIAN FAMILY LAW: ULTIMATE GUIDE YOU NEED TO KNOW

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INTRODUCTION TO GUARDIANSHIP IN NIGERIAN FAMILY Under Nigerian family law, guardianship is a relevant aspect. It is concerned with the welfare, care, custody, control, and management of the person and property of another. The concept of guardianship is anchored on the principle of “the best interest of the child.” Legal guardianship safeguards the child when

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THE RIGHTS TO CONSORTIUM IN NIGERIA: ULTIMATE THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW

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INTRODUCTION TO RIGHTS TO CONSORTIUM IN NIGERIA The right of consortium is a common law term deeply rooted in family law and recognised within the Nigerian jurisprudence although not extensively developed. Basically, it represents what a spouse enjoys by virtue of a ‘ bundle of rights, some hardly capable of precise definition’. The right of

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FROM DESERTION TO DIVORCE: ULTIMATE THINGS TO KNOW

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INTRODUCTION ON DESERTION TO DIVORCE When a married person willfully abandons their duties, especially to the partner he/ she is legally married to or the children of the marriage, it is called desertion. So, desertion by husband or wife happens when either one of the spouses leaves their family home and cuts all conjugal rights. It

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HOW TO OBTAIN MAINTENANCE DURING DIVORCE PROCEEDINGS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW.

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INTRODUCTION TO MAINTENANCE DURING DIVORCE Given the present divorce rate in Nigeria today, it leaves room for legal consequences such as division of assets and debts, Alimony and spousal support, child custody and support as the case may be etc. A petition for divorce, also referred to as dissolution of marriage shall be granted by the court

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How To Obtain The Right To Visitation In Nigeria

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INTRODUCTION TO RIGHT TO VISITATION IN NIGERIA When a marriage or relationship breaks down, one of the most sensitive questions that is asked moving forward, is who takes care of the child/children and how the other parent can remain part of their lives. And what the court uses to determine these rights, is simply, what is in the

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COHABITATION AND NIGERIAN MARRIAGE: HOW TO KNOW YOUR STATUS?

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INTRODUCTION TO COHABITATION AND NIGERIAN MARRIAGE In contemporary society, it is increasingly common for couples to cohabit without formally marrying, raise children together, and share marital responsibilities. However, many individuals incorrectly equate cohabitation with marriage. It is specifically essential to grasp the legal implications of cohabitation and Nigerian Marriage and understand that couples do not

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KNOW ADOPTION AND GUARDIANSHIP IN NIGERIA: ULTIMATE USE

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INTRODUCTION ON ADOPTION AND GUARDIANSHIP IN NIGERIA When a child is unable to live with their biological parents for various reasons, there are two significant legal options to ensure that the child receives the care and protection they need: guardianship and adoption In Nigeria. Although both options serve vital roles in a child’s well-being, they are distinct in their purpose

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