The 1999 Constitution Section 17 (1) The State social order is founded on ideals of Freedom, Equality and Justice. (Nigeria’s order is built on thoughts of Freedom, Equality and Justice.) Section 17 (2) In furtherance of the social order- (To push this order-) Section 17 (2) (a) every citizen shall have equality of rights, obligations…
The 1999 Constitution Section 16 (1) The State shall, within the context of the ideals and objectives for which provisions are made in this Constitution. (This means that Nigeria should give meaning to the provisions of this Constitution by;) Section 16 (1) (a) harness the resources of the nation and promote national prosperity and an…
The 1999 Constitution Section 15 (1) The motto of the Federal Republic of Nigeria shall be Unity and Faith, Peace and Progress. (Nigeria’s motto is UNITY and FAITH, PEACE and PROGRESS) Section 15 (2) Accordingly, national integration shall be actively promoted whilst discrimination on the grounds of place of origin, circumstance of birth, sex, religion,…
The 1999 Constitution Section 11 (1) The National Assembly may make laws for the Federation or any part therefore with respect to the maintenance and securing of public safety and public order and providing, maintaining and securing of such supplies and service as may be designed by the National Assembly as essential supplies and services. …
The 1999 Constitution Section 8 (1) An Act of the National Assembly for the purpose of creating a new State shall only be passed if- (A new State can only be created if) Section 8 (1) (a) (a) a request, supported by at least two-thirds majority of members (representing the area demanding the creation of…
The 1999 Constitution Section 1 (1) This Constitution is supreme and its provisions shall have binding force on the authorities and persons throughout the Federal Republic of Nigeria. (The constitution is the most powerful and important law in Nigeria and nobody (person or authority) in Nigeria is above it.) Section 1 (2) The Federal Republic…
Let me start by saying; no one ever wants his/her loved ones to die! So automatically, every publication that has to do with steps to take upon/after the demise of a loved one is usually consciously or unconsciously avoided (especially in our African society – where we are taught no say “God Forbid” to talks…
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 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…
