The Role of Corroboration in Criminal Convictions: Lessons from Sampson Idowu v. The State
In the case of Sampson Idowu v. The State, the Nigerian Court of Appeal delivered a significant ruling concerning the admissibility and weight of confessional statements in criminal proceedings. The case, which centered on the charge of armed robbery, underscores the necessity of subjecting confessional statements to rigorous verification before relying on them as evidence. […]
𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐝 𝐑𝐨𝐛𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐂𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐬 – 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐟 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐉𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞
What Does It Take to Prove Armed Robbery in Court? In armed robbery cases, the prosecution bears the burden of proving key ingredients beyond a reasonable doubt. These include:a) Evidence that a robbery occurred,b) Proof that the robbery involved the use of arms, andc) Positive identification of the defendant as one of the robbers. Failing […]
A Critical Analysis of Somatotype Theories and the Etiology of Crime in Nigeria
Crime in Nigeria has reached alarming levels, stretching law enforcement agencies beyond their capacity. Violent crimes are far more pervasive than blue-collar offenses. The rising wave of internet fraud continues to plague communities nationwide. While crime itself is as old as human civilization, its causes and patterns have long been the subject of intense debate […]
ENSURING COMPLIANCE IN ESTATE ADMINISTRATION: A CASE STUDY OF ROSALINE ABIJO & 3 ORS V PETER ONOBOTE & 2 Ors.
The administration of estates under a valid Will requires strict adherence to the applicable laws governing the distribution of assets. In Rosaline Abijo & 3 Ors v Peter Onobote & 2 Ors, the court addressed a significant lapse in duty by the executors of an estate. Despite the Testator’s explicit instructions in His Will that certain beneficiaries were […]
THE IMPORTANCE OF PROCEDURAL COMPLIANCE IN WINDING UP PETITIONS: A CASE REVIEW OF HEIRS HOLDING V AFRINVEST.
In the realm of Company Law, the process of Winding Up a company is a critical and structured procedure designed to ensure that the rights of creditors and shareholders are safeguarded. The case of Heirs Holding v Afrinvest highlights the importance of adhering to the procedural requirements set out in the Winding Up Rules 2001. One […]
THE ROLE OF SCIENTIFIC EVIDENCE IN DRUG TRAFFICKING CASES: A CASE REVIEW OF FRN V MANSUR HASSAN.
The evidentiary burden in drug trafficking and possession cases is as crucial as it is stringent, with the prosecution required to establish the nature of substances found in a Defendant’s possession beyond reasonable doubt. The case of FRN v Mansur Hassan shines a spotlight on this principle, where the prosecution was tasked with proving that […]
THE STANDARDS OF CONFESSIONAL STATEMENTS IN ARMED ROBBERY CASES: A CRITICAL ANALYSIS OF OKECHUKWU NWEZE V THE STATE
In the realm of criminal law, the admissibility and sufficiency of a confessional statement as the sole basis for conviction remain pivotal issues. The case of Okechukwu Nweze v The State underscores this principle, highlighting the need for a confession to be both direct and unequivocal in linking the accused to the specific crime charged. This […]
Understanding Receivership and the Sale of Property under Mortgage: A Case Analysis of Temple Mills Ltd v Abdul Malik Ora Ebunike & Ors.
Receivership, as a critical component of company law, often brings into focus the delicate balance between creditor rights and debtor obligations. In the notable case of Temple Mills Ltd v Abdul Malik Ora Ebunike & 2 Ors, this balance was tested when Temple Mills Ltd (the Plaintiff), having defaulted on a facility obtained from Equitorial Trust […]
Corporate Insolvency in Nigeria: Key Takeaways from Ekele Services Ltd v. Options Securities Ltd
The case of Ekele Services Ltd v. Options Securities Ltd highlights a significant development in corporate insolvency law in Nigeria. The Petitioner, Ekele Services Ltd, filed a winding-up petition against the Respondent, Options Securities Ltd, citing the latter’s failure to settle outstanding debts owed to the Petitioner. The matter was heard before the Federal High Court, Lagos […]
Arbitration In Technology Contracts: Insights From Linkage Assurance Plc v. Turnquest Business Solutions Ltd.
In the ever-evolving world of technology-driven business solutions, contractual disputes can arise even in well-structured agreements. Such was the case between LINKAGE ASSURANCE PLC (Claimant) and TURNQUEST BUSINESS SOLUTIONS LTD (Respondent), stemming from their Software-As-A-Service (SaaS) Agreement. The Respondent had been contracted to deliver a Business Solution Software to the Claimant, but a dispute over the terms of the […]