Today at the Supreme Court, Chief Wole Olaonipekun, S.A.N, representing the Appellant in the SENATOR ALPHONSUS IGBEKE vs. LADY MARGERY OKADIGBO & ORS. Case, withdrew his representation for the Appellant on the ground that he discovered by a SUN publication that his Client granted an interview where he extensively discussed the appeal in the 30th May 2013 publication while judgment was slated for 31st May 2013.
The Court expressed its displeasure and stated unequivocally that it would not allow Parties/Litigants to intimidate it by publishing unsavoury publications. It further stated that Lawyers are officers of the Court and owe the Court the duty not to allow their Clients desecrate the honour and neutrality of the judiciary.
Judgment was thereafter delivered on its merits.
For reference see Appeal NO:SC. 179/2012
Friday, 31 May 2013
Supreme Court affirms Governor Fayemi as Ekiti State Governor
The Supreme Court today 31st May 2013, declined jurisdiction in an appeal by Segun Oni, former Governor of Ekiti State against the decision of the Court of Appeal declaring Governor Fayemi as the valid winner of the 2007 election.
Among other grounds, the Court declined Jurisdiction that as at the time the election was conducted and petitioned, the Court of Appeal had the final say in respect of election matters.
This is considered a well considered judgment of the Court.
Thursday, 30 May 2013
Wednesday, 29 May 2013
Freedom for Justice Rhodes-Vivour's family
The wife and daughter of justice Bode Rhodes-Vivour were released by their kidnappers on Tuesday May 28, 2013.
This is really a good news!
See the link for a full report. http://bit.ly/10AL3Gb
Wednesday, 22 May 2013
Damages for breach of contract
The relationship between an airline passenger and an airline is a contractual relationship.
A contractual relationship is a legal relationship between two or more persons whereby they agree either in an oral or written manner to perform reciprocal legal obligations. This may involve the exchange of cash for the performance of service.
A contract may be simple/formal, implied/express or bilateral/unilateral. An express contract is contract where the terms are clearly spelt out while an implied contract is one which is not express. The court in this case, construes a contractual relationship from the conducts of the parties.
Meanwhile, where a party fails to perform his obligation under a contract, this amounts to a breach of contract, entitling the other party to a compensation.
See link for a case of breach of an implied contract and award.http://bit.ly/12NqsOt
A contract may be simple/formal, implied/express or bilateral/unilateral. An express contract is contract where the terms are clearly spelt out while an implied contract is one which is not express. The court in this case, construes a contractual relationship from the conducts of the parties.
Meanwhile, where a party fails to perform his obligation under a contract, this amounts to a breach of contract, entitling the other party to a compensation.
See link for a case of breach of an implied contract and award.http://bit.ly/12NqsOt
Tuesday, 14 May 2013
Conviction on plea of guilt
Beggar bags 5 weeks imprisonment for criminal trespass @vanguardngrnews.
Go to link http://www.vanguardngr.com/2013/05/beggar-bags-5-weeks-imprisonment-for-criminal-trespass-thef
Lawyers solidarity boycott of Court
The boycott resulted from the kidnap of the wife and daughter of a Supreme Court's Judge, Justice Bode Rhodes-Vivour
See the details on the boycott here http://bit.ly/18IKn4e
See my last post for details of the kidnap.
Conviction and Sentencing of an Iranian arms importer
A Federal High Court Judge, Justice Okechukwu Okeke of the Lagos division sentenced an Iranian arms importer, Azim Aghajani, along side his Nigerian accomplice, Ali Jega on 13th May, 2013.
Read story here: http://bit.ly/19lV4rc
Read story here: http://bit.ly/19lV4rc
Threat to the temple of justice
It's so sad to note that the continuous break down of law and order in Nigeria has extended to the Judiciary. The wife and daughter of a Supreme Court Justice, Justice Bode-Rhodes Vivour were kidnapped! See: http://tinyurl.com/c9toj9p
This is really appalling considering the fact that this individual is a guardian of justice. This is an affront to the Judiciary. Members of the Judiciary are there to serve this nation. A threat to their lives and security is a threat to justice. How can they effectively carry out the functions of their office if they cannot be guaranteed the security of their private lives. Where lies the hope of the masses?
We hope the Police will capture these misfits and do a better job at protecting the people of Nigeria. The kidnapping crisis in Nigeria has gotten out of hand and must be addressed with immediate urgency.
Read more here: http://bit.ly/10tRupC and http://bit.ly/13d2ucQ
This is really appalling considering the fact that this individual is a guardian of justice. This is an affront to the Judiciary. Members of the Judiciary are there to serve this nation. A threat to their lives and security is a threat to justice. How can they effectively carry out the functions of their office if they cannot be guaranteed the security of their private lives. Where lies the hope of the masses?
We hope the Police will capture these misfits and do a better job at protecting the people of Nigeria. The kidnapping crisis in Nigeria has gotten out of hand and must be addressed with immediate urgency.
Read more here: http://bit.ly/10tRupC and http://bit.ly/13d2ucQ
Monday, 13 May 2013
Tips on registering your NGO in Nigeria
A lot of establishments are springing up lately to address certain needs in the society. These establishments operate to serve the common needs of a group of people; such as religious organizations, professional communities, sporting communities, charitable organizations e.t.c. This post is for those who are interested in incorporating a non-governmental organization in Nigeria. Click the link below.
http://tinyurl.com/bl9leh2
http://tinyurl.com/bl9leh2
Getting an insurance policy?
Every individual should be aware that while taking an insurance policy, you must pay a premium in advance in exchange for your insurance cover otherwise, where the insurance company fails to indemnify for any injury, your right cannot be enforced because you entered an invalid contract ab initio
Read more at: http://naicom.gov.ng/content?id=121#
Monday, 6 May 2013
Think change
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