COVID-19: VOLUNTARY UNPAID LEAVE AND OTHER EMPLOYMENT MANAGEMENT OPTIONS
COVID-19: VOLUNTARY UNPAID LEAVE AND OTHER EMPLOYMENT MANAGEMENT OPTIONS COVID-19 pandemic has unleashed untold hardship on many employers of labour. The most affected are employers in the aviation, hospitality and tourism industries. Of course, every employer will be affected one way or the other as the government enforces lockdowns to try to curb the outbreak. […]
JURISDICTION IN FUNDAMENTAL RIGHST CASES- A COMMENTARY ON THE COURT OF APPEAL’S RELIANCE ON THE CASE OF ADETONA V. IGELE GENERAL ENTERPRISES
Introduction Since the decision of the Supreme Court in Grace Jack vs. University of Agriculture, Makurdi[1], the overwhelming conclusion was that the question of which court has jurisdiction in fundamental rights matters had been settled[2]. In that case the Supreme Court expressed the view that section 42 of the 1979 Constitution which is now section […]
lllllll (1) In fixing the amount of costs, the principle to be observed is that the party who is in the right is to be indemnified for the necessary expenses he has incurred in the course of proceedings and compensated for his time and effort in coming to court. The expenses shall include the:a) cost of […]
THE MISCONCEPTION ABOUT TAX EXEMPTION FOR RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATIONS AND OTHERS IN NIGERIA
Introduction Religion occupies a special place in the hearts of men. It is a tool for social, economic and political mobilization and provides succor to man[1]. The charitable and humanitarian role of religion cannot be overemphasized. The special place of religion is recognized by law. One such recognition is the tax exemption granted religious institutions. […]
EMPLOYERS’ LIABILITY FOR FAILURE TO INVESTIGATE SEXUAL HARASSMENT IN NIGERIA
Introduction Sexual harassment is an insidious disease in the workplace. It creates a dysfunctional working environment not just for those directly involved but also for other staff. It deprives people of dignity and entrenches discriminatory practices which ultimately encourage mediocrity. In a country like Nigeria with high unemployment rate and deep-rooted patriarchal norms that relegates […]
RIGHTS OF EMPLOYEES ON TERMINATION OF EMPLOYMENT
Introduction Many employees lost their jobs at the end of 2019. The most affected were bank employees. Unverified report has it that one bank practically ‘imprisoned’ some staff until they ‘voluntarily resigned’ their employment. Many were threatened with dismissal and loss of benefits unless they resigned. Unfortunately, employees are unaware of their rights during the […]
Recovery of Costs of Legal Representation in Nigeria
The decision of the Court of Appeal (CA) in Chris Baywood Ibe & Anor v. Bonum Nigeria Limited[1] on 6th February, 2019[2] has again brought to the fore the need for a reasonable resolution of the question of how the costs of legal representation can be claimed in Nigeria. In cases like Ihekwoaba v A.C.B[3], […]
NEW WAVE OF DIVESTMENT IN THE OIL AND GAS INDUSTRY AND NIGERIA’S LOCAL CONTENT POLICY
Introduction Divestments in oil and gas assets by International Oil Companies (IOCs) started in 2006 and became pronounced from 2010 in Nigeria. Many factors accounted for this development, including insecurity, revolution in shale gas development in the United States, discovery of oil and gas in many countries, investment in more environmentally friendly energy sources, and […]
LEGAL ISSUES IN THE BUSINESS OF A ‘SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCER’
LEGAL ISSUES IN THE BUSINESS OF A ‘SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCER’ By Elvis E. Asia[i] Introduction Technological advancement in the area of information has orchestrated a generational shift from the traditional methods for dissemination of information. Today, everyone is his/her TV and radio stations and journalist. With the help of social media, people can easily broadcast […]
Enforceability of arbitration clauses in online agreements under the Nigerian law
Enforceability of arbitration clauses in online agreements under the Nigerian law By Elvis E. Asia[i] Introduction As the society steadily moves online in all areas of human endeavours, various agreements are entered into expressly or impliedly online. Three terms have come to represent these agreements- clickwrap, browsewrap and hybridwrap. Whether you want to use an […]
