Desputes & Public Law
Highway or Highway Robbery? A Deep Dive into the Cost, Contracts, and Controversies of the Lagos–Calabar Coastal Project
Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway — Briefing Highway or Highway Robbery? A Deep Dive into the Cost, Contracts, and Controversies of the Lagos–Calabar Coastal Project Comprehensive legal briefing — procurement, financing, environmental compliance, property rights. Nigerian Law • Infrastructure • Environmental Law • Procurement Overview & Project Scope The Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway, envisioned as a 700-kilometre corridor connecting nine of Nigeria’s coastal states (Lagos, Ogun, Ondo, Edo, Delta, Bayelsa, Rivers, Akwa Ibom, and Cross River), represents one […]
High-Profile Prosecutions in Nigeria (1999–2025): A Comprehensive Analysis of Law, Politics, Trends, and the Quest for Credible Accountability
On this page Executive Summary I. Defining High-Profile Prosecutions in Nigeria II. Legal and Institutional Architecture Since 1999 III. Data, Statistics, and the Credibility Gap IV. Landmark Prosecutions (1999–2025): Cases, Outcomes, and Lessons V. Structural Challenges and Systemic Bottlenecks VI. Trends, Biases, and Political Overtones VII. Presidential Pardons: Mercy or Impunity? VIII. What Works: Success Patterns IX. Reform Agenda X. Conclusion References Tip: This menu stays visible while you scroll. A long-form analysis of Nigeria’s […]
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 […]
The Paradox of Knowledge, Power, and Influence: Why the Smartest Are Not Always in Control
In a world driven by information, it’s tempting to believe that intelligence or knowledge naturally leads to success, wealth, and leadership. But real-life observation tells a very different story. We often find that those who wield the most power; politicians, business magnates, or public figures are not necessarily the most intelligent, knowledgeable, or wise. Meanwhile, those with deep intellectual insight, technical expertise, or profound moral understanding often remain on the margins of influence. This reality […]
The Constitutional and Political Implications of Mass Defections to the APC in Nigeria
Abstract The recent surge in defections of high-profile political figures to the All Progressives Congress (APC), Nigeria’s ruling party, raises critical constitutional, legal, and democratic concerns. This article examines the legal framework governing defections in Nigeria, the loopholes exploited by defectors, and the broader consequences on political accountability, party democracy, and the rule of law. While party-switching is not new in Nigeria, the scale and frequency of recent movements warrant a more robust legal and […]