Nigeria: Court Procedure

This article examines the statutory framework governing committal proceedings in Nigeria, focusing on the Sheriffs and Civil Process Act and the procedural mechanisms of Forms 48 and 49. It analyzes the practical application...

The 2023 Arbitration and Mediation Act introduced significant changes to court jurisdiction in Nigerian arbitration proceedings. Understanding which courts have supervisory and enforcement powers, and when they can exercise these powers, is crucial for parties engaged in arbitration in Nigeria.

Given the commercial significance of vessels and the substantial financial consequences that accompany their detention, ship arrest has rightly been described as the most potent enforcement mechanism in maritime litigation.

The Federal High Court's 2026 Practice Directions mark a pivotal shift in how electricity sector disputes are resolved in Nigeria, introducing specialized procedural requirements that demand strategic navigation of regulatory, contractual, and judicial pathways.

Public-Private Partnerships in Nigeria face complex disputes stemming from poor project preparation, political interference, and governance issues. Understanding the root causes and implementing effective multi-tiered dispute resolution mechanisms—from negotiation and mediation to arbitration—is essential for ensuring infrastructure projects deliver results rather than becoming mired in litigation.

Share Purchase Agreements (SPAs) serve as critical risk allocation tools in corporate transactions, governing the transfer of company shares between buyers and sellers. This article examines the key legal risks inherent in SPAs and explores the protective mechanisms—including representations and warranties, indemnities, conditions precedent, and escrow arrangements—that parties employ to safeguard their interests throughout the transaction lifecycle.

The Nigerian Supreme Court is established under section 230 of the 1999 Constitution as the apex court in Nigeria.

Most times a Claimant knows his right(s) has been infringed upon or a wrong has happened against him but cannot claim damages against the wrongdoer due to lack of evidence to prove the wrongdoing...

Business transactions sometimes do not always go as planned. Many business owners at a point in time find themselves in bad debt and deep financial crisis that becomes impossible to remedy.