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THE CHALLENGES AND PROSPECTS OF THE USE OF BVAS IN NIGERIA ELECTORAL PROCESS

David Dogara Goar^*, Oluwakorede Abiodun Akande

Nigeria's electoral process has long been challenged by issues of transparency, identity fraud, and multiple voting, which undermine public trust in democracy. To address these concerns, the adoption of a robust voter authentication system is crucial. This study examines the implementation of Biometric Voter Authentication Systems (BVAS) as a solution to enhance the credibility, security, and ...

Jun, 2025 pp. 162-174 28 views 18 downloads

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INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL COURT (ICC) AND THE PROSECUTION OF HEINOUS CRIMES

Ibu Otor E^*, Paul Man Dawap

The setting up of the ICC was hailed as a fundamental revolution in the history of international criminal law. It gives hope of justice to victims of heinous crimes and also puts to rest the anxiety of the international community, knowing that a permanent body exists to bolster the rule of law and punish perpetrators of crimes that are of international concern. Doctrinally, the authors examine...

Jun, 2025 pp. 175-188 28 views 22 downloads

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LEGAL OVERVIEW OF THE CAUSES AND EFFECTS OF INTERNAL DISPLACEMENT IN NIGERIA

Eric Chigozie Ibe^*, Eyyazo Daniel Moses

Nigeria has been facing the challenge of internal displacement since its first occurrence in 1967 as a result of the civil war. Internal displacement involves the forced movement of people from one part of the country to another. This situation, in most cases, exposes the displaced people to some vulnerabilities. Thus, this article examined the causes and effects of internal displacement in Ni...

Jun, 2025 pp. 189-199 26 views 21 downloads

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UNIVERSAL SUFFRAGE IN NIGERIA: DEMOCRACY'S DOUBLE-EDGED SWORD

Mercy Manya Kazi Njila^*, Christopher Kyohroh John, Baamlong, Denaaneh Daniel

This paper critically examines the concept of universal suffrage in Nigeria, highlighting its role as a double-edged sword in the country’s democratic process. While the right to vote is a constitutional guarantee for all Nigerian citizens above the age of 18, its implementation has exposed significant vulnerabilities, particularly among economically disadvantaged and uneducated populations. T...

Jun, 2025 pp. 200-215 28 views 24 downloads

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LEGAL CHALLENGES IN COMPULSORY LAND ACQUISITION AND COMPENSATION IN NIGERIA

Alex Iloba Uwadinma^*

This article offered a critical examination of the legal complexities surrounding compulsory land acquisition and compensation in Nigeria. The Land Use Act of 1978, alongside other legislative measures, provides a framework for land acquisition, but its implementation frequently faces a myriad of legal challenges. These challenges, often detrimental to both landowners and government bodies, en...

Jun, 2025 pp. 216-228 25 views 14 downloads

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IMPACT OF DEMONSTRATIVE-FORENSIC EVIDENCE IN CONTEMPORARY JUSTICE DELIVERY

John Bulus Mahwel^*

In the quest for effective justice delivery in contemporary society, the legal system must adapt to evolving societal dynamics. This research explores the contemporary role of Demonstrative Forensic Evidence in modern justice, focusing on its admissibility, nature, and utility in judicial proceedings—particularly within the Anglo-American (common law) legal tradition. The objectives of this re...

Jun, 2025 pp. 229-249 26 views 18 downloads

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PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL NEGLIGENCE AND THE CONSUMER QUESTION IN NIGERIA: THE JOURNEY SO FAR

Eunice A. Kolo^*, Mahan W. Mafuyai

This work set out to look at the malignant issues of professional medical negligence and the consumer question in Nigeria. The work adopted the doctrinal legal research approach; by engaging the incidence of medical negligence and how it impacts the patients who are usually at the receiving end of the acts of negligence. The work adopts the primary judicial and legal authorities along with com...

Jun, 2025 pp. 250-265 35 views 21 downloads

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MODERN DAY OUTSOURCING ENGAGEMENTS: THE NEED FOR A LEGAL INSTRUMENT TO ADDRESS THE PLIGHT OF CONTRACT WORKERS

Lilian Ifeoma Nwabueze^*

Job engagement is an old phenomenon. Its style and modality may have witnessed changes over the years in different societies to reflect the dynamism in work concept and the changed needs of the major players in the labour market. Once, the number of the latter was restricted to two namely the employer and the employee. Today, a tripartite arrangement has evolved to add to the previous arrangem...

Jun, 2025 pp. 266-279 22 views 15 downloads

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EXAMINATION OF WRONGFUL TERMINATION OF CONTRACT OF EMPLOYMENT WITH STATUTORY FLAVOUR IN NIGERIAN PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES

Dauda Iliya Gusnung^*, Ritji T. Yilwatda

The powers to employ and discipline an employee of Nigerian Public Universities are made pursuant to the statute establishing the universities. The provisions for discipline and termination of Contract of employment in public universities in Nigerian Public Universities employment contract sui generis i.e., they are distinct from ordinary master-servant relationship and the termination is hand...

Jun, 2025 pp. 280-295 30 views 16 downloads

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THE ROLE OF NON-GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS IN THE PROMOTION AND PROTECTION OF HUMAN RIGHTS IN NIGERIA

Ifepe Nnennia Adaku^*

Promoting and protecting human rights in Nigeria heavily depends on the active participation of non-governmental organisations (NGOs), as they have a vital role in safeguarding fundamental freedoms and ensuring accountability. This study examined the role of non-governmental organisations in promoting and protecting human rights in Nigeria. It seeks to evaluate the contributions of Non-Governm...

Jun, 2025 pp. 296-312 30 views 16 downloads