The Legality of Newly Prescribed Stamp Duty Rates by The Federal Inland Revenue Service
Introduction Following the amendment of the Stamp Duties Act (SDA) Cap S8 LFN 2004, by the Finance Act 2020, the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) released an Information circular titled “Clarifications on the Provisions of the Stamp Duties Act”. In the said circular, the FIRS provided implementation guidance for clarity and ease of compliance. Also,
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ECNBA Warns NBA Presidential Candidates Against Attending Platform Nigeria’s Interactive Sessions
Presidential candidates of the forthcoming NBA Presidential Elections have been warned by the Electoral Committee of the Nigerian Bar Association (ECNBA), against participating in a series of interactive sessions organised by The Platform Nigeria, a public interest outreach of a popular church in Nigeria. The sessions were scheduled to hold on Sunday, July 19, 2020.
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MIRANDA RIGHTS IN NIGERIAN CRIMINAL JURISPRUDENCE
Abstract This research paper explores the caution given by a law enforcement officer before the interrogation of the suspect. It examines statute laws and judicial precedents on the subject vis-a-vis the current practice of law enforcement agencies in Nigeria. It further explains the benefits and detriments involved in cautioning the suspect prior to interrogation. Its
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JUST IN: OLUMIDE AKPATA LAYS OUT HIS 4-WAY APPROACH FOR TRANSFORMING THE BAR
Frontline Presidential Candidate in the NBA national elections, Olumide Akpata, seems to have heralded the new week with a roll-out of his 4-way approach to Transformational Leadership. Transformational Leadership, which is now a household term, is the watchword of the Akpata train and, Olumide Akpata appears to have articulated the categorized and systematic manner in
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WELFARE IS NOT SOLELY ABOUT STIPENDS
Welfare is not solely about donating stipends and whilst cash donations are important interventions when required, we must look towards the greater task of building the capacity of young lawyers to become practitioners with great skills and the right resources, able to create more value and command respect as practitioners in their own rights. We
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REMINDER: NBA-YLF Ikeja Branch Makes Call For Submission of Articles for Next Edition of Magazine
NIGERIAN BAR ASSOCIATION YOUNG LAWYERS FORUM IKEJA BRANCH CALL FOR ARTICLES The Editor-in-Chief of the Young Lawyers Magazine, a publication of the Y.L.F. Ikeja Branch invites members of the legal profession to submit articles for consideration in the next edition of its magazine. The magazine is sponsored by the Young Lawyers Forum of Ikeja Branch &
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Tips on Choosing the Right Attorney for Your Case
Facing a legal matter prompts people to hire an attorney to defend their rights and represent them in court as necessary. Are you dealing with a legal case right now and don’t have a lawyer yet? While there are a lot of attorneys found in your local area, choosing one can be an overwhelming process,
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The Lowdown About Personal Injury Cases
Personal injuries are a common occurrence, whether you are driving with your friends or at work fulfilling your duties. If you are not familiar with the term, a personal injury refers to any injury suffered by your body, either physically, mentally, or emotionally. It is commonly used when a victim institutes a suit against the
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Covid-19: Virtual AGM and the Need for Business Continuity
By Chidiebere Obialor and Ayomide Ayileka Introduction The Annual General Meeting (“AGM”) of public companies is statutorily compulsory and commercially important. It is the forum created by law for shareholders, directors, and other stakeholders in public companies to make decisions, share information and ideas to advance the company. Traditionally, AGMs have been held in physical
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Why You Should Seek Legal Advice On How To Prepare For Your Future
Life is full of uncertainties. You might think that you can plan your life for years and expect a smooth-sailing life ahead of you. Things can and will go wrong, depending on the circumstances. For this reason, it’s important to be always ready for what the future holds, especially when you have loved ones who
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