ZACK OKEMINI v. COMMISSIONER OF POLICE (2024) LPELR-61811(SC)

CONSTITUTIONAL LAW – RIGHT OF AN ACCUSED PERSON- The right of an accused person charged in a magistrate Court under summary trial to adequate facilities for his defence. Whether an accused person charged in a magistrate court (or any other court with summary trial jurisdiction) is entitled to adequate facilities for his defence – issue […]

THE FEDERAL ROAD SAFETY CORPS (FRSC) OFFICERS LACK THE AUTHORITY TO STOP OR FINE MOTORISTS ON STATE ROADS

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) is a federal agency established with the mandate to ensure the safety of road users across Nigeria. However, a significant point of contention arises concerning the specific jurisdictions within which the FRSC can legally operate. The Court of Appeal in the case of FRSC v. EHIKAAM (2023) LPELR-60749(CA), held […]

UNDERSTANDING SECTION 60(1) OF THE POLICE ACT: THE RIGHT NOT TO MAKE A STATEMENT AT THE POLICE STATION

In the realm of criminal law, every individual is entitled to certain rights, ensuring fair treatment and due process. One crucial aspect of this framework is the right to make a statement when accused of an offense. Section 60(1) of the Police Act specifically addresses this fundamental right, emphasizing the voluntary nature of providing a […]