Publications

DETENTION OF VESSELS BY GOVERNMENT AGENCIES: LAWFUL REGULATION OR ABUSE OF POWER.

Published on January 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM

This article by our principal partner Yemi Salman Esq. examines the legal and regulatory basis for the detention of vessels by government authorities within the maritime sector. It considers detention as a recognised enforcement mechanism under both international maritime conventions and Nigeria’s domestic legal framework, while highlighting the delicate balance between regulatory control and commercial shipping interests.

It also situates vessel detention within the broader context of maritime governance, drawing attention to the practical implications of its exercise and the concerns that arise where regulatory powers are applied without adequate restraint or procedural safeguards.

LEGAL FRAMEWORK FOR AIRCRAFT LEASING AND FINANCING IN NIGERIA.

Published on December 25, 2025 at 10:00 AM

Aircraft leasing and financing sit at the intersection of aviation regulation, commercial practice, international treaties, and financial structuring. In Nigeria, this intersection has become increasingly significant as airlines seek innovative ways to acquire and operate aircraft in a capital-intensive and highly regulated environment.

This article by our principal partner Yemi Salman Esq. examines the legal architecture that underpins aircraft leasing and financing in Nigeria, highlighting how domestic laws, regulatory institutions, and international obligations shape transactions, allocate risk, and influence investor confidence in the aviation sector.

THE LEGALITY OF A US INVASION THREAT AGAINST NIGERIA UNDER INTERNATIONAL LAW.

Published on November 25, 2025 at 10:00 AM

This essay by our Associate A D Olaniyi examines the international legal questions raised by the prospect of a United States threat or use of force against Nigeria. It uses this hypothetical scenario as a lens to explore the foundational principles governing state sovereignty, the prohibition of force, and the structural tensions within the global security architecture.

By analysing the UN Charter, historical precedents, and contemporary geopolitical realities, the essay interrogates how international law both restrains and is constrained by power politics.

CERTIFICATE FORGERY AND THE LAW IN NIGERIA: LESSONS FROM THE UCHE NNAJI CASE.

Published on November 06, 2025 at 11:00 AM

This article by our Law Graduate Trainee, Halimah Olanrewaju AbdulFatah,delves into the legal and ethical dimensions of certificate forgery in Nigeria, using the recent case involving former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, as a focal point. It explores the statutory provisions governing forgery under Nigerian law, the judicial interpretation of the offence, and the broader implications for accountability and integrity in public service.

By examining the intersection of law, governance, and public trust, the piece invites a deeper reflection on how the Nigerian justice system addresses one of the country’s most persistent credibility crises.

THE DEMOLITION OF OOL AUTOS: A LEGAL EXAMINATION OF URBAN PLANNING ENFORCEMENT AND PROPERTY RIGHTS IN LAGOS STATE

Published on October 22, 2025 at 8:00 AM

The demolition of OOL Autos, a luxury car showroom operated by Waris Olayinka Akinwande (“Ola of Lagos”), by the Lagos State Government on October 11, 2025, has sparked public debate. In this publication, our Associate, A. B. Jimoh, investigates the legal concerns, analysing the legality or otherwise of the government's actions, citing the state's duty to enforce urban planning rules, public safety, and regulatory compliance, all of which are requirements of any responsible government.

UNDERSTANDING THE LEGAL MEANING OF CONSENT IN NIGERIAN LAW

Published on October 13, 2025 at 3:00 PM

The concept of consent is cardinal in law, rooted in various areas such as Medical Law, Contract Law, Data Privacy, and Criminal Law. In this publication, our Associate, A. D. Olaniyi, examines the legal meaning of consent, exploring how statutes define it and how courts interpret what actual consent means in practice.