Insights on the practical and legal steps to enforce your fundamental human rights in Nigeria, and how to file claims in Nigerian courts.
By Bimak Team Team Head: Michael K. Bielonwu, Esq., MCIArb. Team lead: Ekele Chinda INTRODUCTION: Litigation which is commonly practiced in Nigeria is considered rigorous in nature but arbitration which has become a conventional vehicle as an alternative for the settlement of disputes and this is done by a neutral third party which is referred to as “The Arbitrator” or…
Author: Ekele Chinda Introduction Divorce is a legal and emotional process that dissolves the marital union between two individuals. In Nigeria, as in many other countries, divorce is regulated by laws that outline the grounds for divorce and the procedures to follow. This article explores the divorce process and the grounds for divorce in Nigeria, shedding light on the legal…
Author: Margaret Ogbonnah Introduction The Nigerian Immigration Act is a vital piece of legislation that plays a crucial role in regulating the movement of people across Nigeria’s borders, safeguarding national interests, and contributing to the overall security and development of the nation. Therefore, this Act was enacted to address the various challenges related to immigration, it provides the legal framework…
Author: Ekele Chinda Introduction The Maritime Industry in Nigeria is that which is important to the economic growth of the nation. Its role can affect the economy positively or can also be a set back to the economy. Undeniably, the Maritime industry is one of the most lucrative industries in the world. The maritime industry plays a pivotal role in…
Author: Magaret Ogbonnah Introduction The Nigerian entertainment industry is a vibrant and rapidly growing sector, encompassing music, film, literature, and other creative arts. With the proliferation of talent and a vast audience base, Nigeria has the potential to become a global entertainment powerhouse. However, one significant challenge facing this industry is the protection of intellectual property rights. In this article,…
By Ekele Chinda INTRODUCTION Globalization and the resulting large number of cross-border transactions bring with it problems if the debtor, based abroad, refuses to pay. For this reason, those who are in the habit of making purchases and sales with referrers allocated in foreign countries, take care to protect themselves already at the contracting stage by clearly indicating the court…
By Ekele Chinda INTRODUCTION: Enforcing a foreign judgment in Nigeria can be a complex legal process, but it is essential when you seek to recover a debt or obtain justice in a cross-border legal dispute. Nigerian law recognizes foreign judgments and provides a legal framework for their enforcement. In this article, you will guided through the steps involved in enforcing…
By Ekele Chinda INTRODUCTION The Financial Technology (fintech) Industry is rapidly developing in Nigeria. Fintech is the use of creative and innovative technology to improve financial services. The advent of smartphones and other technology innovations has enhanced the access to finance and the use of technology to render services is evidenced through mobile and retail banking, payment and processing, lending,…
Author: Margaret Ogbonnah Introduction A data breach is an accidental or unlawful incident that exposes confidential or protected information which results in the loss or theft of customers’ bank accounts or credit card details, personal health information, passwords or email. Data breaches are every organization’s worst nightmare. They do not only result in the loss of goodwill of an organization…