I extend my appreciation to the Chairman and Executive Secretary of the Law Reform Commission for the opportunity given me to participate and speak at this Stakeholders Meeting on the Pawnbrokers Bill 2021.  My duty here is not to appraise or review the Bill, but to offer my insights into the service provided by pawnbroking...Read More

Introduction When a loved one passes away, their estate—consisting of their assets, liabilities, and personal effects—doesn’t automatically transfer to family members or beneficiaries. In Lagos State, as in many jurisdictions, specific legal procedures must be followed to ensure that the estate is properly managed and distributed according to the deceased’s wishes (if there’s a will)...Read More

INTRODUCTION Nigeria is a Country with an estimated population of about 174,000,000 (One Hundred and Seventy Four Million) people, (2013, Nigerian Bureau of Statistics) and operates a presidential system of Government. There are 36 (Thirty-Six) States, 774 (Seven Hundred and Seventy-Four) Local Government and the Federal Capital Territory. The legal system is largely a hold-over...Read More