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Reconciling Judicial Perspectives on Section 84 of the Sheriffs and Civil Process Act Introduction Section 84 of the Sheriffs and Civil Process Act (SCPA) mandates that a judgment creditor must obtain the consent of the Attorney General before attaching funds held by a public officer in an official capacity. This provision aims to safeguard public funds from indiscriminate attachment, ensuring that governmental operations are not unduly disrupted. However, its practical application has been the subject of considerable judicial scrutiny, leading to divergent interpretations by the Supreme Court. Notably, the Supreme Court’s decisions in Central Bank of Nigeria v. Interstella Communications Ltd & 3 Ors (2018) and CBN v. Ochife (SCN 24/1/25) have presented conflicting perspectives on the applicability and constitutionality of Section 84. Further, the recent case of Inspector General of Police v. Eko Ejembi Eko, SAN (SC/CV/268/2023) has added another dimension to the debate...

THE BLUE ECONOMY IN NIGERIA: HARNESSING ITS POTENTIALS WHILE MITIGATING CLIMATE CHANGE by Daniel  ~Kip, Esq . Introduction The first appearance of the term ‘Blue Economy’ (BE) dates back to 2009, at the congress of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation of the United States. In that same year, the International Symposium on Blue Economy Initiative for Green Growth in Korea took place, where “the concept of using ocean resources in a way that respects the environment” featured. Blue economy has become the most widely used term, although its conceptualisation differs across stakeholders and countries. In finance circles, the term has largely focused on the decarbonisation of existing ocean economy activities as the world transitions to net zero greenhouse gas emissions to meet the Paris Agreement temperature targets. The term broadly relates to a sustainable ocean economy – the economic activities associated with the ocean, seas and coastal regions –...

A Comparative Analysis of the Adequacy of Costs Awarded to Successful Litigants by Nigerian Courts and Those in the United Kingdom Introduction The principle of awarding costs to successful litigants is a fundamental part of civil litigation worldwide, aimed at compensating the victorious party for expenses reasonably incurred during legal proceedings. In Nigeria, the award of costs is regulated by statutory provisions, rules of court, and judicial discretion. However, concerns persist about the adequacy of these costs, particularly when compared to those awarded in jurisdictions like the United Kingdom, from which Nigeria derived much of its legal framework. This paper critically examines the adequacy of costs awarded in Nigerian courts vis-à-vis the UK, with reference to legal principles, statutory provisions, and case law examples. The Legal Framework for Awarding Costs Nigeria 1. Statutory Basis: Costs in Nigerian courts are governed by various procedural rules such as...

PRIVACY INVASION ON SOCIAL MEDIA AND AVAILABLE LEGAL REMEDIES 1.0    INTRODUCTION Many would like to consider the invention of the internet as an amoral reality not inherently bad and not inherently good, but a product of what one chooses to make of it. Like every other amoral reality, we have seen both positive and negative uses of the internet in drawing us closer to one another and eroding boundaries, that until now, erected walls amongst individuals. When the idea of the internet turning the globe to a global village first emerged even experts did not envisage the erosion of door knobs and or invasion of privacy to the degree facilitated by social media today.  The United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights provides that “No one shall be subjected to arbitrary interference with his privacy, family, home, or correspondence, nor to attacks upon his honour and reputation. Everyone has the right to protection of the law against such interference or a...

" You Are a Worthy Meteor": NBA-YLF, UYO Felicitates Cmr. Ini Emembong on His New Intellectual Feathers May we extend warmest felicitations to you, on your graduation with a Master of Science Degree in Leadership and Development, from Kings College, London. Graduating with a Distinction from a world-class institution is no mean feat, and we are thrilled to share in the joy of your academic pursuits. For us, you are a worthy meteor-- a starlight that illuminates the pathway for us; you are not just an inspiration to many, but an asset and a model of excellence, prestige and intellectuality. Even when you were yet a Commissioner for Information, you played a pivotal role not only in the lives of young lawyers, but also in shaping the narrative of Akwa Ibom State, promoting its interests, and fostering a positive image of the state. Your leadership skills, which have now been further harnessed through your latest academic exploit, will undoubtedly continue to benefit...

MERRY CHRISTMAS DEAREST NBA With resounding bliss of gladness, joy and merriment, we celebrate with you on this joyous season of the birth of our king; may His blessings  permeate and saturate your family, and may His face continue to illuminate your paths, practice and success.....amen. Merry Christmas and a happy New year in advance, NBA METI M. UKPEH, ESQ (Ama-mme AnanaOwo) ©®™The Legal Digest

Today, December 10, 2024, the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Uyo Branch, through its Human Rights Committee, joins the global community in celebrating International Human Rights Day. We stand in solidarity with victims of human rights abuses and reaffirm our commitment to promoting and protecting the rights of all individuals, particularly those affected by gender-based violence. As we mark this significant day, we emphasize the importance of recognizing, respecting, and protecting human rights as fundamental to dignity, justice, and peace. Let us collectively speak out against gender-based violence and all forms of human rights abuses, and work towards creating a just and equitable society for all. #HumanRightsDay #EndGBV #NBAUyoBranch #HumanRightsCommittee"