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ISSN: 3043-6958
15 Articles September 2025

Articles in this Issue

An Examination of the Regulatory Regime for Stem Cell Technology in Nigeria: Challenges and Prospects

Stem cell technology offers hope and treatment for a wide range of diseases by replacing damaged cells with new ones derived from stem cells. Recent years have witnessed exponential advancements in...

AN APPRAISAL OF THE POSITION OF PROMOTERS, PRE-INCORPORATION CONTRACTS AND COMPANY CONTRACTS UNDER NIGERIAN LAW

This paper appraised the position of promoters, pre-incorporation contracts and company contracts within the Nigerian legal framework. It examines the Critical role of promoters in the formation of...

CONCEPT OF TRUST AND ALIENATION OF RIGHT OF OCCUPANCY UNDER THE LAND USE ACT, 1978: IS CONSENT REQUIRED FOR CREATION OF TRUST

The article examined the provisions of sections 21 and 22 of the Land Use Act, 1978 which provides for consent of the local government or Governor to alienation of Customary Right of Occupancy or...

AN EXAMINATION OF THE CONSTITUTIONAL DEMOCRACY IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND THE PEOPLES' REPUBLIC OF CHINA

There is consensus among theorists and development practitioners that one of the greatest challenges to the development of nations is political leadership. In many developed nations of the world,...

EXAMINATION OF THE LEGAL FRAMEWORK FOR FINANCIAL INCLUSION IN NIGERIA

This work examined the current state of financial inclusion in Nigeria, highlighting the legal frameworks that govern access to financial services. It noted that despite an impressive number...

ANALYSIS OF THE INTERNATIONAL LEGAL PRINCIPLES FOR THE CONSERVATION OF BIODIVERSITY AND HUMAN RIGHTS PROTECTION

Biodiversity includes all living species and ecosystems. It is important for maintaining a healthy environment and providing resources like food, water, and medicine. These resources are linked to...

APPRAISAL OF BEQUEST OF COMPANY SHARES UNDER ISLAMIC LAW

This paper appraises the bequest of company shares under Islamic law Shari'a. It examines the permissibility of bequeathing shares, considering them as a form of fungible property mithli or a...

ASSESSING THE LEGAL PROVISIONS FOR TELEMEDICINE IN NIGERIA: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES

This article analyses the legal and institutional systems determining telemedicine in Nigeria and determines potential areas of implementation of the system along with its obstacles. It explores...

AN APPRAISAL OF THE ROLE OF ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING LAWS IN COMBATING FINANCIAL CRIMES AND TERRORIST FINANCING AMIDST GLOBAL GEOPOLITICAL TURMOIL

In today’s rapidly evolving global financial landscape, the rise in financial crimes and terrorist financing continues to threaten the economic and national security of nations. This paper aims...

DISSECTING LEGAL PROPRIETARY RIGHTS AND CREATIVE CONTROL IN LITERARY AND NARRATIVE ADAPTATIONS: A NIGERIAN THEATRE AND FILM INDUSTRY PERSPECTIVE

This paper critically examines the legal and proprietary rights implicated in the adaptation of literary works within the Nigerian theatre and film industry. While the creative adaptation of...

THE ROLE OF THE NATIONAL HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION IN THE ENFORCEMENT OF THE RIGHTS TO FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION IN NIGERIA

This paper examines the role of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) in safeguarding freedom of expression in Nigeria, a right enshrined in Section 39 of the Nigerian Constitution and upheld...

WHEN HEALING TURNS HARMFUL: EXPLORING MEDICAL NEGLIGENCE AND THE RISE OF LITIGATION

This paper critically examines medical negligence in Nigeria’s healthcare system and the resulting rise in legal actions. It explores how failures in professional medical practice can...

AN OVERVIEW OF AIR POLLUTION AND ITS STATUTORY REGULATORY FRAMEWORK IN NIGERIA

Air pollution is one of the environmental challenges confronting Nigeria. Air is polluted when chemicals, particulate matter or biological material are emitted into the biosphere in a manner that...

TRAVERSING TROUBLED WATERS: DECIPHERING THE LEGAL MYSTERY IN THE RED SEA-PIRACY OR TERRORISM?

The ongoing attacks caused by the Houthis in the Red Sea have sent fears through the shipping industry, highlighting the vulnerability of international trade routes. In a notable incident, a...

AN APPRAISAL OF THE CHALLENGE OF VERTICAL ALLOCATION OF FUNCTIONS AND REVENUE UNDER THE CONSTITUTION OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA 1999

The major objective of fiscal federalism is the efficient and effective distribution of functions and revenue among tiers of government in a federation in such a way that there are favourable...

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