This is a high-level overview of what the Cybercrime Act 2015 provides, and things we should be aware of. 1. The Nigerian Cybercrime Act 2015 gives the President the power to designate certain computer systems, networks and information infrastructure vital to the...
Question: Is there a law banning civilians from wearing camouflage in Nigeria? Answer: There are laws which make it illegal for civilians to wear army uniform: Section 110(1) of the Criminal Code makes it unlawful for any person who is not serving in any of the...
Note to the Lawpadi Network – September 30, 2022 For today’s newsletter we will look at the case that was reported in the news a few days ago where a citizen sued LASTMA for unlawfully fining and towing his car in Lagos – and he won! Brief Facts Lawal Aliyu sued...
What is rape? In a nutshell, rape is non-consensual sexual intercourse. When a man has sex with a woman without her consent (in Nigeria – apart from in the FCT Abuja, only women are capable of being raped). Sexual assault is similar to rape, but is not rape....
How to change your name in Nigeria First things first, you should know that every Nigerian has the right to legally change their name. However, as with all rights there are certain exceptions. Before we go into the process of changing your name in Nigeria, we will...
