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Constitutional Alteration in Nigeria (2010-2018)
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CONSTITUTIONALISING INDEPENDENT ANTI-CORRUPTION AGENCIES IN NIGERIA
(National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), 2019-12)Since 1979, Nigeria’s Constitution has always mandated the government to abolish corruption (and abuse of power). The extant Constitution of 1999 which also stipulates this, generally mandates the government to ... -
CONSTITUTIONALITY OF THE PUBLIC OFFICERS PROTECTION ACT: A FRESH LOOK AT THE PRINCIPLES OF REASONABLENESS AND PROPORTIONALITY
(National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), 2019-12)In May, 1999, Nigeria commenced a journey in constitutional governance, founded on the rule of law. Some of the important, universally validated elements of the system are an independent judiciary; and the right of ... -
CONTROL OF PUBLIC FUND BY THE LEGISLATURE: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF NIGERIAN NATIONAL ASSEMBLY, AMERICAN CONGRESS AND BRITISH PARLIAMENT
(National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), 2018-08)This paper looks at the power of the National Assembly (NASS) to control the purse in Nigeria. We look at the constitutional establishment of the NASS and the powers conceded to it in the Constitution on appropriation ... -
Controversies Surrounding the Jurisdiction of Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT) and National Judicial Council (NJC) on Discipline of Judicial Officers
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A Critique of the Constitution Alteration Process in Nigeria’s’ 7th and 8th National Assemblies
(National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), 2018-08)Since the beginning of the Fourth Republic in 1999, Nigeria has witnessed 3 successful Constitutional alterations. Secondly, during the regimes of President Olusegun Obasanjo and President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan about ... -
DEROGATION FROM FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS FOR NATIONAL SECURITY CONSIDERATION IN NIGERIA
(National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), 2019-12)Derogation from fundamental rights is often justified on grounds of national security concerns, with the net effect of limiting the enjoyment of those rights. The Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as ... -
Diagnosing the Legality of Declaration of Inconclusiveness of Elections in Nigeria
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ECONOMIC INTEGRATION AND THE ROLE OF FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS IN THE ECONOMIC COMMUNITY OF WEST AFRICAN STATES SUB-REGION
(National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), 2019-12)In its role as a sub-regional organization, ECOWAS has had to respond to the violent conflicts within the West African sub-region, thereby shifting its focus away from its original agenda of commerce and economic ... -
Electricity theft in Nigeria: How effective are the existing laws?
(National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), 2018-08)There is an overwhelming concern that if electricity theft is not controlled urgently, it will contribute immensely to a continued cycle of mountain debts and inefficiencies for not just the DISCOs but also for the GENCOs. ... -
ENFORCEMENT OF JUDGMENTS OF THE ECOWAS COURT OF JUSTICE
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ENVIRONMENTAL POLITICS AND CARBON FOOTPRINT IN NIGERIA: PROPOSAL FOR LEGISLATIVE REVIEW
(National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), 2019-12)The negative impact of climate change makes carbon emission top the list of dangerous human activities against our planet. This negative fallout is bound to increase further because of un-abating carbon emissions. Although ... -
EVALUATION OF HUMAN SECURITY UNDER THE CONSTITUTION
(National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), 2018-08)Human security is about human life and dignity expressed as freedom from fear and freedom from want. To that extent human security has in its embrace issues such as environmental degradation, human rights, equity, ... -
Examination of the Law on Donations to Candidates under Section 91(9) of the Electoral Act, No. 6. 2010
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EXCLUSION BY ELECTORAL LAWS IN NIGERIA: A CRITICAL ANALYSIS
(National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), 2018-08)This paper examines the electoral laws in Nigeria to determine their impact on political exclusion and inclusion in the Nigeria democratic process. This study is necessary because participatory governance is a key ... -
EXECUTIVE ORDERS AND PRESIDENTIAL POWER IN NIGERIA: COMPARATIVE LESSONS FROM THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
(National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), 2019-12)Since his assumption office, President Mohammadu Buhari has adopted the practice of issuing formalized Executive Orders. This is a new form of exercise of presidential power in Nigeria, which has generated controversy amongst ... -
Extent of Application of Campaign Finance Law to Aspirants, Candidates and Political Parties
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Forestalling Building Collapse in Nigeria: Imperative of Legislative Intervention
(Department of Legislative Support Services, 2023-09)Nigeria's real estate industry is one of the most vibrant sectors in the country. Indeed, the industry has grown in recent years, enabling many investors to diversify and build their portfolios. Despite the sector's vibrancy, ... -
From Policy to Law: The Role of the Legislative Drafter
(NILDS-Department of Legislative Support Services, 2023-07)One area of the legal profession which has received limited attention in Nigeria is the role of the legislative drafter in the legislative governance arena, especially in drafting Bills and other legislative instruments. ... -
IMPROVING EXECUTIVE/LEGISLATIVE RELATIONS IN NIGERIA
(National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), 2018-08)Recent trends in Nigeria show that the simmering feud between the executive and legislative arms of government has degenerated to open conflict. As the 2019 general election approaches, this issue has become more ...