Basic Rules of IHL (International Humanitarian Law) The basic rules of International Humanitarian Law are distinction, proportionality, precaution and the prohibition on the infliction of unnecessary suffering. These rules strike a balance between military necessity and respect for humanity in situations of armed conflict. Understanding IHL requires appreciating its basic
The Power of the Court to Set Aside its own Verdict; an Exception to the Doctrine of Functus Officio Introduction Generally, the legal procedure allows the courts to determine any case before it which the court has a legal capacity or required jurisdiction to determine such matters (This is pursuant
IHL and IHRL International Humanitarian Law (IHL) and International Human Right Law (IHRL) are both branches of public international law that seek to protect the lives and dignity of people. Though IHL and IHRL or human rights law are similar on certain grounds, they are also distinct. IHL is different
The History and Emergence of modern IHL International Humanitarian Law has an ancient history that can be traced to diverse historical practices and documents. Many ancient societies had their own customs for conducting war, including the Papuans, Persians, Sumerians, Greeks, and Romans. For example, the Indian epic Mahabharata (c. 400
OPEC The Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), is an intergovernmental organisation or cartel of 12 countries. The stated mission of the organisation is to coordinate and unify the petroleum policies of its member countries and ensure the stabilisation of oil markets, in order to secure an efficient, economic
Introduction to International Humanitarian Law International Humanitarian Law is a branch of International Law that seeks, for humanitarian reasons, to protect civilians and persons no longer participating in hostilities, and restrict the means and methods of warfare. War is close in age to human association. From conflicts caused by disputes
Enhancing the Reproductive and Sexual Health of Women Through the Sustainable Development Goals It will not be disputable to accept that if we all pause for a few minutes to think about how the world is becoming negligent of germane issues, especially the ones that are pressingly affecting the lives
The Right to Health: Guarantees Under International Human Rights Law Vis-à-Vis Gambian Standards ABSTRACT This article explores the guarantees afforded to the right under international human rights law and critically assesses the extent to which these said guarantees translate municipally, having regard to The Gambia’s legal and policy frameworks on
Impacts of Criminalising Suicidal Attempts in Nigeria According to a 2018 report published by the World Health Organization on global suicide, Nigeria ranked 72nd on the table with an estimated rate of 6.9 persons per 100,000 people. In 2019, the rate increased drastically to 9.0 per 100,000 people[1] placing the