Exploring the Sources of Nigerian Law

Nigerian case law refers to the body of law derived from judicial decisions made by Nigerian courts.

The sources of Nigerian Law include English Law, Nigerian enactments, Nigerian case law, Customary/Islamic law, and International law.

The components of English Law include English enactments extended to Nigeria before independence, received English Law (Common Law, doctrines of equity, statutes of general application in force in England on Jan. 1st 1900), and statutes and subsidiary legislations on specified matters.

<p>Customary/Islamic law is a legal system based on customs and traditions, influenced by Islamic principles, and applicable within certain regions or communities in Nigeria.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The different categories of English Law are: (1) English enactments extended to Nigeria before independence, (2) Received English Law which includes the Common Law, the doctrines of equity, statutes of general application in force in England on Jan. 1st 1900, and statutes and subsidiary legislations on specified matters.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>International law refers to the body of rules and principles that govern the relations between nations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The sources of Nigerian Law are: (1) English Law, (2) Nigerian enactments, (3) Nigerian case law, (4) Customary/Islamic law, and (5) International law.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>English Statutes applied directly to Nigeria as a colony refer to British statutes that were directly applicable to Nigeria during its colonial period. English Statutes and Subsidiary Legislations on specified Matters refer to English statutes and subsidiary legislations that are relevant to specific areas or subjects in Nigeria.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nigerian case law refers to the collection of judicial decisions made by Nigerian courts, which are considered as legal precedents and used to interpret and apply the law.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>International law serves as a source of Nigerian law by providing principles, rules, and treaties that Nigeria has ratified and incorporated into its legal system. It helps govern relationships between Nigeria and other countries, as well as regulates various international issues.</p> Signup and view all the answers