THE CASE OF MARYAM SANDA: A RESTORATIVE JUSTICE PERSPECTIVE
In November 2017, Maryam Sanda was accused of killing her husband, Bilyamin Muhammed Bello, with a knife.
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DETTY DECEMBER; NOT YOUR DETTY DECEMBER
the real meaning behind the phrase Detty December and why it is no longer free for certain classes of commercial use in Nigeria. It explains how Livespot 360, owned by Dare and Deola Art Alade, secured trademark rights over the expression in entertainment and promotional-related classes, making them the legally recognized owners under Nigeria’s first-to-file trademark system.
REVISTING DISABILITY RIGHTS IN NIGERIA: THE PANACEA TOWARDS AN INCLUSIVE SOCIETY
Nigeria has made progress on disability rights, yet implementation gaps persist. Strengthening policy action can foster true inclusion for persons with disabilities.
WHY THE CALL TO ABOLISH SHARI’A IN NIGERIA MISSES THE MARK
A recent statement attributed to the United States calling for the abolition of Shari’a law in Nigeria has raised understandable concern across the legal and religious landscape.
WHAT DOES KENTE POSSESS AS A QUALITY PRODUCT, THAT NIGERIA HAS FAILED TO IDENTIFY IN THE POPULAR, THICK AND UNIQUE FABRIC; THE YORUBA ASO-OKE?
Nigeria still treats Aso Oke like something we only celebrate, instead of a cultural and economic asset that deserves real legal backing. The article makes it clear that Aso Oke is not just a fabric.
Presidential Pardon ‘Irreversible’, Tinubu Overreached—Lawyer
Reacting to the latest development, Lawyer Tietie has said President Tinubu has no constitutional power to revoke a granted pardon.
BALANCING CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS: FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION AND THE CHALLENGE OF DEFAMATION
Defamation can cause harm to a person’s livelihood and their reputation. It is important to see the thin line and strike a balance between protecting the freedom of expression and avoiding the dangers of defamation.
THE RIGHT TO LIFE: ABORTION AND EUTHANASIA IN NIGERIA
The Right to Life is a very important and essential human right as it put the minds of citizens at ease and serves as foundational principle for all other rights.
The Role of Intellectual Property Law in Protecting Cultural Expressions in African Fashion
African fashion is more than couture; it is the visual language of culture, memory, and identity of this beautiful part of the human’s race. It speaks of symbols, silhouettes, and textures drawn from ancient traditions, passed down through generations in the form of folklore…
RESTORATIVE JUSTICE V RETRIBUTIVE JUSTICE: HEALING v PUNISHMENT
While retributive justice has been the norm in legal systems for a long time, restorative justice offers an alternative that prioritize healing.