Case Review: Fawehinmi v. Abacha and the Power of the Constitution The annals of Nigerian legal history are replete with landmark cases that have shaped the nation’s constitutional jurisprudence. Among these, the case of Fawehinmi v. Abacha (2000) 2 NWLR (Pt. 645) 261 stands as a stark reminder of the profound tension between military might […]
Understanding the Legal Doctrine of Void for Vagueness in Constitutional Law In the intricate tapestry of constitutional law, certain doctrines stand as bulwarks against governmental overreach and safeguards for individual liberties. Among these, the “void for vagueness” doctrine holds a particularly significant position, serving as a critical check on legislative power and ensuring the fundamental […]
Can the National Assembly Make Laws That Contradict the Constitution? The question of whether a nation’s legislature can enact laws that contradict its fundamental law – the Constitution – is central to the very essence of constitutional democracy. In Nigeria, a country with a written constitution and a commitment to democratic governance, this question is […]