Abstract This paper examines the the importance of judicial independence in a democratic state. The paper seeks to examine the operation of the judiciary during Jammeh’s regime and Post-Jammeh Gambia by identifying possible gaps that needs critical assessment and reform to further strengthen the independence of the judiciary. It also highlights constitutional provisions that safeguard…

ABSTRACT The Nigerian music industry has made substantial strides, evolving into an influential global cultural force characterized by its rich diversity and creativity. However, its sustainability faces significant challenges, primarily due to the insufficient training and orientation available to emerging artists. This deficiency often leaves these musicians vulnerable to exploitative contract practices, inconsistent professional standards,…

Relevance of Intellectual Property In The Nigerian Entertainment Industry Nigeria’s entertainment industry, driven by Nollywood films, Afrobeats, and global streaming platforms, has grown into a multi-billion-naira sector. However, this surge in creativity has also fueled rising disputes over ownership and control, making Intellectual Property (IP) not merely a legal concept but a critical mechanism for…

Taxation and Development In Nigeria: Bridging The Gap Between Policy and Implementation Effective tax administration plays an important role in generating tax revenue for the government, to enable it to provide basic amenities that would improve standard of living of the citizens.1 Taxation in Nigeria can be traced back to the era of the Sahara…

The Rights of Rural Women Under the International Human Rights Law This paper examines the protection and promotion of the rights of rural women within the framework of international human rights law. Rural women play a vital role in agriculture, family welfare, and community development, yet they remain among the most marginalized and disadvantaged groups…

IP and African Music: Balancing Art Rights For Economic Growth “I think works of art- any form of culture- have the capability to give people a certain hope and passion and belief and conviction that nothing else can. I think there is something about creativity and the imagination that is ultimately very primal, and it…

The Evolution of Arbitration In India: A Critical Analysis of Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) Arbitration in India has witnessed a transformative evolution evolving from fragmented colonial frameworks to a robust modern legislative structure aligned with global standards. The emergence of Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) has introduced new dimensions to arbitration promoting efficiency, accessibility and cost-effectiveness.…

A Fourteen-year Legal Odyssey by ADR Something extraordinary unfolded in one of the courts of the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. The Claimant and the 1st Defendant reached an amicable resolution to their dispute. Pedestrian, one might conclude—but wait for the details. This suit was filed on 3 August 2011. It was…

Maxims of Equity as Annotated by Current Nigerian Decided Cases (2000 – Present) The Maxims of Equity are pithy expressions that serve as a set of rules and principles in governing the way equity operates. They are: I shall now discuss the application of these maxims ad seriatim succinctly, with the aid of current Nigerian…

Standing as Surety by a Kano Commissioner: Why Kano State Government Should not Sack the Commissioner Recently, there has been a rancour and public discomfort over a commissioner in Kano state stood as surety to a “suspect” for grant of bail in court of law . This action made many Nigerians, including those in legal…