PCRC NATIONAL SAFE SCHOOL NIGERIA: UPDATE ON OUR VISIT TO THE UNIVERSITY OF LAGOS STUDENTS' UNION TEAM
In the spirit of catching them at a younger age, we went on an official courtesy visit to the UNILAG Students' Union Secretariat on Monday, 9th November 2026. In attendance were myself, Prof Eric Ehi Esoimeme Esq., Dr (Mrs) Sarah Ene Umobe Esq.—the National Safe Schools Club Legal Adviser—and others. We hit our main target of seeking their collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force through the PCRC Safe Schools Club initiative, with the support of our Distinguished Inspector General of Police, IGP OLATUNJI RIDWAN DISU . We also extende…
WHITLOW: WHY YOUR FINGER IS THROBBING – AND WHY SOME HOME REMEDIES DO MORE HARM THAN GOOD | Dr Weriwoyingipre Silver Yeibake
“Put the finger inside lime.” “Rub ori on it.” “Use petrol – it will bring out the pus.” When a finger starts throbbing, advice can come quickly from relatives, neighbours and the family WhatsApp group. Most people mean well. But before trying the next remedy, it is worth knowing what is causing the swelling. What many people call “witlow” – correctly spelt whitlow – may start as a small, tender area beside the nail. Soon, holding a pen, preparing food, washing clothes or sleeping comfortably becomes difficult. Yet not every swollen, pai…
THE HANDOUT OF COURT PERMITS AS CHILD SUPPORT AND THE WEAPONISATION OF CHILD WELFARE IN POST-SEPARATION DISPUTES | Clementina E. Ukiri, Esq.
Clementina E. Ukiri, Esq. Executive Summary and Context The practice of treating access to children, such as court-ordered visitation permits, travel permissions, and access approvals, as transactional rewards or financial leverage fundamentally distorts family jurisprudence. When courts allow visitation rights or administrative permits to function as conditional handouts tied to financial negotiations, or when legal frameworks enable one parent to weaponise child welfare as collateral damage to inflict emotional or financial punishment,…
AI, OPEN BANKING, AND THE LIABILITY TRAP: WHY CONNECTING AI AGENTS TO YOUR BANK ACCOUNT COULD COST YOU YOUR SAVINGS | Clementina E. Ukiri, Esq.
Clementina E. Ukiri, Esq. In an era where convenience drives digital adoption, millions of bank customers are increasingly turning to automated software tools and artificial intelligence assistants to manage household bills, track personal expenses, and forecast long-term savings. However, a major structural shift is occurring beneath the surface of consumer technology. As highlighted by recent cybersecurity findings and warnings from global financial leaders like JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon, the rise of agentic AI – which refers to aut…
WHEN THE CHILD CAN’T CONSENT: ESABUNOR V FAWEYA AND THE BEST INTERESTS PRINCIPLE IN NIGERIAN LAW | Lydia Ehisuoria Ohonsi, Esq.
Lydia Ehisuoria Ohonsi, Esq. Alternate-Chair, NBA Lagos Branch Human Rights Committee. Abstract In Esabunor & Anor v Faweya & Ors , the Supreme Court of Nigeria, in a lead judgment delivered by Rhodes-Vivour JSC on 8 March 2019, dismissed the appeal of the parents of an infant whose life-saving blood transfusion had been authorised by a Chief Magistrate over their religious objection. The Court held that where a competent parent or person in loco parentis refuses blood transfusion or other medical treatment for a child on religio…
THE WEIGHT OF SILK: A SALUTATION TO THE INNER BAR’S NEWEST CUSTODIANS | Clementina E. Ukiri, Esq. (De Dominus Litis)
There is an unspoken atmosphere that fills the room whenever a lawyer steps into the Silk. It is not merely the lustre of the gown or the privilege of front-row seating before the Bench. It is the undeniable aura of a journey forged in sleepless nights, endless briefs, fierce advocacy, and an unwavering commitment to the rule of law. To attain the rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) is to prove oneself in the furnace of legal practice. It is the ultimate testament to grit, intellect, and character. Today, my heart swells with immense …
THE GRAND MIRAGE OF DOMESTIC SERVICE: WHY A GATEMAN IS NOT A SWISS ARMY KNIFE UNDER NIGERIAN LABOUR LAW | Clementina E. Ukiri, Esq.
Clementina E. Ukiri, Esq. There is a recurring hazard in urban Nigerian affluence: the blurring of lines between employing domestic help and running a modern-day feudal estate. It is easy for an employer sitting in a highbrow residence to treat an employment contract as a blank canvas of multitasking convenience. However, when viral court skits playfully spotlight a gateman juggling seven different roles—acting simultaneously as a security guard, dog handler, gardener, houseboy, and errand runner for a fraction of fair compensation—they stri…
THE DIGITAL TRIBUNAL: DEFAMATION, CYBER-ACCUSATIONS, AND THE LAW IN SOCIAL MEDIA NIGERIA | Clementina E. Ukiri, Esq. (De Dominus Litis)
Introduction In contemporary Nigeria, the smartphone has transformed every citizen into a broadcaster, publisher, and, frequently, a self-appointed judge. From viral WhatsApp group chat forwards and ‘call-out’ culture on X (formerly Twitter) to public accusations aired on Instagram and Facebook (Meta), the internet has become a sprawling court of public opinion. However, the speed with which information travels online often outstrips legal awareness. Many internet users operate under the mistaken belief that digital spaces are lawless fron…
THE AI-POWERED ADVOCATE: BALANCING INNOVATION, ETHICS, AND THE GREEN PEN DOCTRINE | Clementina E. Ukiri, Esq. (De Dominus Litis)
Introduction The legal profession is built on tradition, strict adherence to precedent, and the painstaking crafting of language. From the meticulous drafting of property covenants to complex corporate compliance briefs, the traditional lawyer's toolkit has long relied on physical volumes, leather-bound law reports, and hours of manual transcription. Today, however, the landscape is shifting. Artificial intelligence has firmly crossed the threshold into the legal ecosystem. For the modern Nigerian practitioner, the question is no lon…
PROFESSOR ESOIMEME MAKES THE LIST FOR 50 MOST INFLUENTIAL MEN LEADERS IN GOVERNANCE, RISK, COMPLIANCE (GRC) AND FINANCIAL CRIME PREVENTION IN NIGERIA
In a recent announcement by the GRC & FinCrime Prevention Awards & Summit, Professor Esoimeme has been recognised on the 2024 list of the Top 50 Men Leaders in Governance, Risk, Compliance (GRC) and Financial Crime Prevention. The recognition was officially unveiled in celebration of International Men's Day. The prestigious list honours 50 outstanding men who are driving excellence in the GRC and financial crime prevention sectors globally. According to the announcement, the featured leaders were selected for showcasing innov…
STATEMENT BY DR CHARLES DIOHA, CHAIRMAN, NIGERIAN BAR ASSOCIATION, ANAOCHA BRANCH: EFCC HAS NO GENERAL STATUTORY POWER TO REGULATE LEGAL PRACTITIONERS’ PROFESSIONAL FEES
My attention has been drawn to a statement attributed to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), warning legal practitioners against charging their clients professional fees in foreign currencies and threatening prosecution for doing so. The statement was reportedly made following a meeting between officials of the EFCC Lagos Zonal Directorate 2 and the NBA Lagos Task Force on Illegal Practice of Law. As Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association, Anaocha Branch, I consider it necessary to state that the EFCC must distinguish its…
