Introduction For decades, gas flaring in Nigeria’s oil-producing communities was treated as an unavoidable consequence of petroleum exploration. Entire communities lived with constant flames, polluted air, and environmental degradation, while the practice continued with the backing of both multinational oil companies and government regulation. In 2005, one individual from a small Niger Delta community challenged…
Introduction If you’ve spent any time on Nigerian Twitter, WhatsApp groups, or Instagram this year, you’ve probably heard some alarming claims about the new tax laws: “Every bank transfer will now be taxed,” “Government can debit your account anytime,” or “Small businesses are finished.” But how much of this is true? In 2025, Nigeria introduced…
Introduction A heart wrenching video on X, Instagram and TikTok released on the 27th of January left several Nigerians in tears as it captured the reality of several Nigerian children and the loss of their rights. Samuel, A nineteen-year-old boy, was found in tatters, selling plastic waste and cartons to raise money just to survive…
Introduction In Nigeria, disputes between small contractors and state governments rarely end in favour of the contractor. Governments possess superior financial resources, institutional leverage, and the ability to delay disputes almost indefinitely. For many small businesses, challenging the government in court is viewed as an exercise in futility. This article examines one of the rare…
Introduction Social media has become part of everyday life. News, gossip, opinions, and sometimes outright falsehoods now travel faster online than they ever did offline. While these platforms make communication easier, they also raise an important question: who is responsible when harmful or false information is spread online? This question was recently addressed by the…
Introduction The value of creativity should not be underestimated. If you can publish it and earn recognition from it, then it has legal and commercial value. Whether you are a writer, artist, photographer, or content creator, your work is the product of your talent and time. The moment your work is fixed in a tangible…
Introduction In recent years, concerns about the safety and rights of motorists in Lagos, especially those whose vehicles break down in certain parts of the state, have grown immensely. Motorists whose vehicles develop faults are often subjected to harassment and extortion by miscreants. These individuals, who sometimes pose as helpers or occasionally impersonating government officials,…
Introduction Workplace injury claims against multinational corporations rarely favour employees. Power, wealth, and legal resources, either combined or individually, often tilt the balance toward the employer. Yet, every so often, a case emerges that defies this pattern. One such case is Ilesanmi Temokun v. Nestlé Nigeria PLC & Mary Bolajoko Consultancy Services Ltd (NICN/IB/29/2022). A…
Introduction On January 1, 2026, the New Tax Act signed into law on 26 June 2025 by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will take effect. Since 3 October 2025, when this law was introduced to the National Assembly as a bill, there have been several conversations about the contents of the new tax bill and the…
Introduction Knowledge guides our actions and oftentimes, the absence of it does same with varying consequences. A prime example of this is the committal of several offences by juveniles on the ground that minors cannot be arrested and prosecuted. There have been cases, like the #EndBadGovernance protests, where minors were arrested and charged, sparking debate…
