Author: Faruq Abbas
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UNDERSTANDING THE CONCEPT OF DURESS IN CONTRACTS: AN ANALYSIS OF THE SUPREME COURT’S DECISION IN SHELL PETROLEUM DEVELOPMENT COMPANY OF NIGERIA LTD & 6 ORS V E.N. NWAWKA (2003) 6 NWLR (Pt. 815) 184
INTRODUCTION The definition of the word “duress” was brilliantly defined by Ekpe JCA in Calabar Central Co-operative Thrift & Credit Society & 2 Ors v Bassey Ebong Ekpo (2001) 17 NWLR (Pt. 743) 649 at 675 as follows: “The word duress is defined as any unlawful threat or coercion used by a person to induce…
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Can a Statutory Employment be Terminated for a Reason Not Stated in the Termination Letter? A Review of the Decision in Mr Obidah Ibrahim Dakat v. FRSC & 2 Ors (Unreported, Suit No. NICN/JOS/38/2023, judgment delivered by the National Industrial Court on 20 August 2025)
INTRODUCTION The special and unique nature of employment law often appears to be a challenge to both employers and employees, and it is more pronounced in cases of public service, as it is governed under a distinct pattern and expectation. The recent judgment in Obidah Ibrahim Dakat v. The Federal Road Safety Commission & Ors…
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THE BINDING NATURE OF ARBITRATION AGREEMENTS IN CONTRACTS: AN OVERVIEW OF STABILINI VISINONI LTD. V. MALLINSON & PARTNERS LTD. (2014) 12 NWLR (PT. 1420) 134
INTRODUCTION: Arbitration is a form of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) in which parties in a dispute agree to have their cases heard and decided by a neutral third party, known as an arbitrator, rather than going to court. This process is consensual, private, and typically less formal than litigation. The arbitrator’s decision, known as an…
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UNDERSTANDING THE FULL EXTENT OF AMCON’S POWER TO SEIZE A PROPERTY THROUGH LAWSUITS INVOLVING THE RECOVERY OF DEBTS: A REVIEW OF THE DECISION IN AMCON -V- FUNMILAYO ADEYEMI (Unreported: Suit No. FHC/L/CS/1696/2018, judgement delivered on 15 July 2020)
Abstract: The surest way to preserve a debtor’s property from dissipation is that the property be attached by a Court order against eventual disposal while proceedings are being conducted involving recovery of debt from the proprietors of such property. However, the recovery agency has to do more than just visit the Lands Registry to obtain…
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UNDERSTANDING THE FORFEITURE OF PROPERTIES TO THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT: A REVIEW OF THE COURT OF APPEAL’S DECISION IN ALISON-MADUEKE -V- E.F.C.C (2024) 1 NWLR (PT. 1918) 101
Introduction In recent years, public notices by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) announcing the forfeiture of properties to the Federal Government have become increasingly common. It is also not unusual to see an inscription in red ink on the fence of a property announcing that the EFCC has taken over the property by…
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Essential Tips for Prosecuting a Divorce or Child Custody Lawsuit Against a Sociopath or Narcissist in Nigeria
Introduction Divorce and child custody lawsuits can be incredibly challenging, especially when dealing with a sociopathic or narcissistic partner. In my sixteen years of experience in handling high-conflict lawsuits, I have seen firsthand the damaging effects of narcissistic behaviour on partners and children. While I plan to use the terms “sociopath” and “narcissist” interchangeably, it…
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ESSENTIAL STEPS TO TAKE IF YOUR SPOUSE LEAVES WITH YOUR CHILDREN
There are several signals that the crash of a marriage is imminent, and one of them is when a spouse suddenly leaves the matrimonial home with the children of the union without any intention of returning. Here are some steps you can take if your spouse leaves your matrimonial home with the children of the…