Nigeria’s Legal Profession in Numbers
Contents Overview Snapshot (Aug 2025) Who counts as a lawyer? Recent Calls to Bar Where are law firms located? The big question, analysed Methodology & caveats FAQ Sources Talk to 1st Attorneys Data Brief — updated 30 Aug 2025 Nigeria’s Legal Profession in Numbers (Since 1963) How many lawyers has Nigeria produced since the first domestic Call to Bar in 1963? How many were called most recently? And how many law firms operate across the […]
What to Do When Denied a U.S. Visa: Legal and Practical Steps
Contents Introduction Understanding U.S. Visa Refusals Practical Steps After a Visa Denial Case Example Important Note FAQs Conclusion What to Do When Denied a U.S. Visa: Legal and Practical Steps Visa refusals are a common challenge for many Nigerians and other foreign nationals seeking entry into the United States. Each year, thousands of applicants are denied under various provisions of the U.S. Immigration and Nationality Act (INA). While a refusal can feel like a permanent […]
Airline and Passenger Conduct in Nigerian Aviation: Rights, Remedies, and the Law
On this page Overview Content I. Introduction II. International Legal Framework III. Nigerian Legal Framework IV. Key Legal Issues V. Remedies VI. Recommendations VII. Conclusion Footnotes Get Help Published: August 15, 2025 • Jurisdiction: Nigeria Abstract. Disruptive passenger incidents are an increasing concern in Nigerian aviation, raising difficult questions about the powers of airlines, the limits of passenger conduct, and the scope of constitutional rights. This article examines the legal framework governing passenger behaviour and […]
Refusal of German Visa: Legal Grounds and Remedies
On this page Introduction Legal framework Common refusal grounds Purpose & conditions of stay Means of subsistence Intention to return SIS alerts / security / health Reliability of documents Medical insurance What to do after refusal Administrative remonstration Court appeal in Berlin Reapplication Evidence checklist Deadlines & timelines Sample remonstration outline Mini analysis example FAQs Talk to 1st Attorneys Schengen / Germany Refusal of German Visa: Legal Grounds, Remedies, and Practical Steps How to read […]
Understanding the Nigeria Electricity Act (Amendment), 2023: Key Reforms and Legal Implications
Introduction On June 9, 2023, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu signed the Electricity Act, 2023 into law, repealing the Electric Power Sector Reform Act, 2005 (EPSRA). The new Act marks a pivotal shift in Nigeria’s legal and regulatory framework for electricity generation, transmission, and distribution. Among its most significant innovations is the de-monopolization of the power sector, empowering states, companies, and individuals to participate more actively in electricity generation and regulation. This article examines the […]