Marriage, a cornerstone of societal and familial relationships, is governed by a robust legal framework in Nigeria. The laws regulating the dissolution of marriage emphasize the sanctity of this union while acknowledging that irreparable breakdowns do occur. The Matrimonial Causes Act (MCA), 2004, alongside the Marriage Act, 2004 and the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as…
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Termination of employment is a critical aspect of labour law in Nigeria that is governed by the contractual relationship between employer and employee. Courts have consistently delineated the boundaries of this relationship, emphasising adherence to contractual terms and the principle of reasonableness. Below, we explore this topic using notable cases to illustrate a few key principles.…
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1. Right to Dignity and Freedom from Torture Section 34 of the 1999 Constitution of Nigeria prohibits torture, inhuman, or degrading treatment. This is reinforced by Section 8 of the ACJA 2015, which expressly forbids torture, intimidation, or inhumane treatment during arrest and interrogation. 2. Right to Legal Representation Section 36(6)(c) of the Constitution and Section 17 of the ACJA provide…
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Key reforms, incentives, and anti-avoidance measures shaping the future of taxation in Nigeria. The Nigeria Tax Bill, 2024 proposes significant reforms to consolidate and modernise the country's tax framework. Key changes include: Unified Fiscal Legislation: Under Sections 1 and 2, the bill repeals multiple existing taxation acts to create a unified legal framework for the taxation of income…
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We at Grail Attorneys are today an established brand but we do not forget our days of humble beginning. It is with pride we announce our expert advisory role in the multi-million naira property expansion project for JRB Homes.
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The capacity building programme of Grail Attorneys came to bare as our managing partner gave an expert and comprehensive report on the process and validity of the dissolution of marriage under the Act. Our mantra of walking by our clients side by side was the motivating factor to ensure her rights to freedom of association is not hindered in the United States of America.
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After years of rigorous hard work and show of expertise in the above charge by the diligent lawyers in the criminal justice department of Grail Attorneys,
we are delighted to announce that the Rule of law has finally prevailed as our innocent client has been discharged and acquitted. Grail Attorneys team of lawyers show of diligence in this charge goes a long way to show the intent of the firm…
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The Federal High Court in upholding tenets of the Constitution ordered the release forthwith of the fleet of confiscated petroleum trucks of our client by the NSCDC (Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corp) after a very contentious legal battle. The expertise of the Grail Attorney’s team came for bare; the facts of the case are as contained in FHC/UM/CR/35/2021.
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Grail Attorneys team of corporate commercial lawyers in collaboration with the Energy law department played a crucial role as her expert advisory services aided the closure of the ₦150,000,000.00 (one hundred and fifty million naira) deal. All documents duly vetted and signed by all parties involved. Resonant Energy Ltd is a leading Oil haulage company in the east of the Niger, this transaction…
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