Family Law
PROBATE, WILLS, FAMILY DRAMA, AND THE LAW OF INHERITANCE IN NIGERIA
Inheritance Law in Nigeria: Probate, Wills, and Next of Kin Explained Inheritance Law in Nigeria: Probate, Wills, and Next of Kin Explained By: Vanessa Irenuma | v.irenuma@1stattorneys .com When a Nigerian Dies, Who Gets the Car Keys? The answer is simple: not necessarily the loudest relative at the family meeting. If you have ever attended […]
Grounds for Divorce under Nigerian Law
Grounds for Divorce under Nigerian Law: A Comprehensive Analysis Introduction The legal framework governing divorce in Nigeria is pluralistic, reflecting the country’s diverse cultural, religious, and legal traditions. Divorce proceedings in Nigeria are regulated by three distinct legal systems: statutory law (governed by the Matrimonial Causes Act), Islamic personal law (administered by Sharia Courts), and […]
Navigating Corporate Succession and Estate Planning in Nigeria: A Comprehensive Framework for Sustainable Wealth and Economic Development
Corporate Succession and Estate Planning in Nigeria: A Comprehensive Guide Corporate Succession and Estate Planning in Nigeria: A Comprehensive Guide Navigating Corporate Succession and Estate Planning in Nigeria: A Comprehensive Framework for Sustainable Wealth and Economic Development Introduction Over 90% of Nigerian enterprises suffer collapse or severe destabilization following the exit of the founder due […]
Understanding the Legal Status of Illegitimate Children Born to or During the Course of a Marriage in Nigeria
In Nigeria, the concept of illegitimacy remains a complex and often misunderstood area of family law. Rooted in customary, statutory, and Islamic law practices, the rights and legal status of children born out of wedlock—or during the course of a marriage but not biologically belonging to the husband—have historically been a source of debate and […]
Understanding Statutory and Customary Marriages under the Marriage Act: Essential Requirements and Legal Implications
Marriage, a foundational social institution, is recognized in Nigeria through statutory and customary frameworks. This article explores the essential requirements, legal implications, and unique characteristics of these marriage types as defined under the Marriage Act Marriage is defined according to the Marriage Act as “the union of one man and one woman to the exclusion […]