What happens when a government ignores its own courts? This #Casefiles entry explores Military Governor of Lagos State v. Ojukwu (1986), the landmark Nigerian Supreme Court decision that affirmed that even the government, under military rule, remains bound by the rule of law.

Most people walk into a police station and begin speaking long before they understand their rights. This practical guide explains what to say, what not to say, and how the Police Act 2020 protects suspects during arrest, questioning, and detention in Nigeria.

“You have the right to remain silent” is often treated as a line from American movies, but the principle exists firmly within Nigerian law. This article explains the legal basis of the right to remain silent, how it operates during police encounters, and why understanding it can fundamentally change the way citizens engage with authority.

Can mercy coexist with justice without weakening it? Using the controversial clemency granted to Maryam Sanda as a starting point, this piece examines the constitutional power of pardon in Nigeria and explores the tension between compassion, accountability, victims’ rights, and public confidence in the justice system.