Political
Justice Sacrificed on the Altar of Technicalities: Presidential Election Tribunals in Nigeria
Introduction Nigeria, often hailed as the giant of Africa, boasts a rich tapestry of diverse cultures, ethnicities, and languages. This diversity extends to its political landscape, where elections are hotly contested and hold immense significance for the nation’s future. However, the pursuit of justice within this electoral framework has often been overshadowed by a troubling trend: the sacrifice of justice on the altar of technicalities in presidential election tribunals. Presidential elections in Nigeria are pivotal […]
“All Eyes on the Judiciary”: A Delicate Balance Between Free Speech and Accountability
Recently ‘All Eyes on The Judiciary’ billboards has drawn a lot of controversy in which the FG dissolved the advertising body over its approval. Reportedly, the Director-General of the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON), Dr. Olalekan Fadolapo, issued a statement which read: “The attention of the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeriə [ARCON) has been drawn to the “All Eyes on the Judiciary” advertisements exposed on some billboards across the country. “The Advertising Standards Panel […]