Whistleblower Protection in Nigeria: What Employees Must Know About Rights and Risks
Integrity is a non-negotiable trait, for individuals and institutions alike. Yet in Nigeria, the lack of legal safeguards for whistleblowers often deters employees from exposing wrongdoing. Knowing your rights can empower you to act without fear. What Is the Whistleblower Policy in Nigeria? In December 2016, Nigeria’s Federal Executive Council
Yemi Akangbe SAN Unveils Bold Vision to Digitize and Transform the Nigerian Bar Association
At the just-concluded Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Annual General Conference 2025 in Enugu, all eyes turned to Yemi Akangbe SAN as he delivered one of the most impactful speeches of the event. His session, titled “A Peep into the Future,” was more than just a talk, it was a visionary
What Nigerian Law Says About Spending Money Mistakenly Transferred to Your Account!
Imagine waking up to a bank alert: ₦500,000 has just been credited to your account. At first glance, it might feel like a lucky day. But before you start spending, stop and think, what does the law actually say about such situations? In Nigeria, mistakenly receiving money that doesn’t
Briefs & Brunch 2025: Exploring the Future of Law and the Creative Industry
The intersection of law and creativity has never been more important than it is today. As technology reshapes how we live, work, and create, the boundaries between traditional legal practice and the creative industry continue to blur. This fusion is creating new opportunities, challenges, and collaborations that demand fresh conversations.
AI and the Nigerian Lawyer: Can AI Replace Human Lawyers?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept, its everywhere nowadays. And whether certain lawyers agree with this position or not, it does not change the fact that AI is already redefining how law is practiced globally. From automated research to predictive analytics, the introduction of AI in the
The Future of Virtual Law Practice in Nigeria: Opportunities, Risks & Legal Pathways
The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated digital transformation across professions, and the legal sector was no exception. Courts and various bar associations across the world reluctantly embraced virtual platforms, but technology-driven legal practice is now here to stay. Despite various notable progress since then till 2025, Nigerian legal regulation hasn’t still caught
Is Former President Goodluck Jonathan Eligible to Run in 2027? A Constitutional Analysis
The political rumor mill is really buzzing ahead of the 2027 elections. One of the big questions is: Would former President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan be legally eligible to run for Nigeria’s presidency in the upcoming 2027 election? Let’s unpack the legal facts and positions, review pertinent constitutional provisions on this
Emerging IP Rights Issues for Nigerian Social Media Influencers
Several Nigerian influencer IP rights issues now arise as Nigerians now turn to content creation as a major source of income, creators are recognizing the immense value of their digital content. Photos, captions, voice overs, jingles and memes are now marketable online products that require legal protect. Yet many influencers
True Change Demands Leaders, Not Parties: The NBA-AGC’s Reality Check
Every year, the Nigerian Bar Association’s Annual General Conference (NBA-AGC) is billed as a gathering of some of the brightest legal minds in the country. It is meant to be a platform for dialogue, knowledge sharing, and professional growth. Yet, in recent times, it has also become something else entirely,
Peter Obi’s Lawyers Demand Deji Adeyanju Delete Posts or Face Lawsuit
In a high-drama legal showdown, the legal team of former presidential candidate Peter Obi has issued a seven-day ultimatum to human rights lawyer and activist Deji Adeyanju to delete multiple social media posts, apologize publicly, and retract statements described as “false, malicious, and grossly defamatory.” Should Adeyanju fail to comply,