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The Federal High Court has exclusive jurisdiction in civil cases related to the revenue of the Government of the Federation.
The Federal High Court has exclusive jurisdiction in civil cases related to the revenue of the Government of the Federation.
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The Federal High Court's jurisdiction extends to disputes between individual customers and their banks.
The Federal High Court's jurisdiction extends to disputes between individual customers and their banks.
False
Jurisdiction over customs and excise duties is within the Federal High Court's purview.
Jurisdiction over customs and excise duties is within the Federal High Court's purview.
True
The Federal High Court has jurisdiction over state taxation matters.
The Federal High Court has jurisdiction over state taxation matters.
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Admiralty jurisdiction is excluded from the Federal High Court's jurisdiction.
Admiralty jurisdiction is excluded from the Federal High Court's jurisdiction.
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The Central Bank of Nigeria is excluded from legal actions in the Federal High Court concerning banking matters.
The Central Bank of Nigeria is excluded from legal actions in the Federal High Court concerning banking matters.
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The Federal High Court has exclusive jurisdiction in matters relating to trademarks and patents.
The Federal High Court has exclusive jurisdiction in matters relating to trademarks and patents.
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Matters arising from the Companies and Allied Matters Act fall under the jurisdiction of the Federal High Court.
Matters arising from the Companies and Allied Matters Act fall under the jurisdiction of the Federal High Court.
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The National Industrial Court is comprised solely of the President and no other judges.
The National Industrial Court is comprised solely of the President and no other judges.
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The National Industrial Court can exercise its jurisdiction in civil causes and matters that involve labor and employment issues.
The National Industrial Court can exercise its jurisdiction in civil causes and matters that involve labor and employment issues.
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The National Industrial Court has no authority over disputes related to the Minimum Wage.
The National Industrial Court has no authority over disputes related to the Minimum Wage.
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Industrial action such as strikes can be restrained by orders from the National Industrial Court.
Industrial action such as strikes can be restrained by orders from the National Industrial Court.
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The jurisdiction of the National Industrial Court includes matters involving health, safety, and welfare of workers.
The jurisdiction of the National Industrial Court includes matters involving health, safety, and welfare of workers.
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The National Industrial Court deals exclusively with civil suits and has no authority in criminal matters.
The National Industrial Court deals exclusively with civil suits and has no authority in criminal matters.
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Disputes regarding child labor and human trafficking fall outside the National Industrial Court’s jurisdiction.
Disputes regarding child labor and human trafficking fall outside the National Industrial Court’s jurisdiction.
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The National Industrial Court can interpret international labor standards as part of its jurisdiction.
The National Industrial Court can interpret international labor standards as part of its jurisdiction.
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The Federal High Court has exclusive jurisdiction over the term of office questions of members of the House of Assembly in a State.
The Federal High Court has exclusive jurisdiction over the term of office questions of members of the House of Assembly in a State.
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A person can seek damages against the Federal Government for an administrative action.
A person can seek damages against the Federal Government for an administrative action.
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Jurisdiction is defined as a court's authority to decide a case or issue a decree.
Jurisdiction is defined as a court's authority to decide a case or issue a decree.
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Section 254A of the 1999 Constitution established the Federal High Court.
Section 254A of the 1999 Constitution established the Federal High Court.
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The constitution is not a source of jurisdiction for Nigerian courts.
The constitution is not a source of jurisdiction for Nigerian courts.
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The Federal High Court's jurisdiction includes matters related to aviation safety.
The Federal High Court's jurisdiction includes matters related to aviation safety.
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Jurisdiction can be implicitly assumed by a court to hear a case.
Jurisdiction can be implicitly assumed by a court to hear a case.
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Deportation of non-citizens falls under the jurisdiction of the Federal High Court.
Deportation of non-citizens falls under the jurisdiction of the Federal High Court.
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If a court lacks jurisdiction, any actions it takes in a case are considered futile.
If a court lacks jurisdiction, any actions it takes in a case are considered futile.
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The Federal High Court is solely responsible for interpreting the Constitution.
The Federal High Court is solely responsible for interpreting the Constitution.
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Territorial jurisdiction allows a court to hear cases from any geographical area without restrictions.
Territorial jurisdiction allows a court to hear cases from any geographical area without restrictions.
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The National Industrial Court handles issues related to arms and ammunition.
The National Industrial Court handles issues related to arms and ammunition.
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Bankruptcy and insolvency cases are within the jurisdiction of the Federal High Court.
Bankruptcy and insolvency cases are within the jurisdiction of the Federal High Court.
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Jurisdiction is not a critical concern during court proceedings and can be raised at any time.
Jurisdiction is not a critical concern during court proceedings and can be raised at any time.
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Nigerian courts derive their jurisdiction solely from international laws.
Nigerian courts derive their jurisdiction solely from international laws.
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Concurrent jurisdiction allows only the Federal High Court to hear cases involving federal laws in Nigeria.
Concurrent jurisdiction allows only the Federal High Court to hear cases involving federal laws in Nigeria.
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A court is considered competent when it is properly constituted with qualified members.
A court is considered competent when it is properly constituted with qualified members.
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The Supreme Court has appellate jurisdiction over decisions made by the High Courts in Nigeria.
The Supreme Court has appellate jurisdiction over decisions made by the High Courts in Nigeria.
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The principles guiding the assumption of jurisdiction by courts are uniform across all jurisdictions.
The principles guiding the assumption of jurisdiction by courts are uniform across all jurisdictions.
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Original jurisdiction means a court only hears cases after appeals have been made from lower courts.
Original jurisdiction means a court only hears cases after appeals have been made from lower courts.
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The Court of Appeal in Nigeria has review jurisdiction over its own decisions.
The Court of Appeal in Nigeria has review jurisdiction over its own decisions.
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Divisional jurisdiction refers to a court's authority to hear cases based on its administrative structure and geographical divisions.
Divisional jurisdiction refers to a court's authority to hear cases based on its administrative structure and geographical divisions.
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In Nigeria, only the Federal High Court can have original jurisdiction over cases involving federal laws.
In Nigeria, only the Federal High Court can have original jurisdiction over cases involving federal laws.
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Review jurisdiction permits a court to examine its own previous decisions.
Review jurisdiction permits a court to examine its own previous decisions.
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The President of the courts-martial serves full-time in that role.
The President of the courts-martial serves full-time in that role.
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The lower courts in Nigeria are established by the Federal Government.
The lower courts in Nigeria are established by the Federal Government.
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Judge advocates are permanent members of the courts-martial.
Judge advocates are permanent members of the courts-martial.
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The Sharia Courts in Nigeria deal with civil law cases.
The Sharia Courts in Nigeria deal with civil law cases.
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Members of the courts-martial can be objected to by the accused on reasonable grounds.
Members of the courts-martial can be objected to by the accused on reasonable grounds.
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Double jeopardy is prohibited in courts-martial, meaning an offence already judged cannot be retried.
Double jeopardy is prohibited in courts-martial, meaning an offence already judged cannot be retried.
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Customary Courts in Nigeria handle cases based on military law.
Customary Courts in Nigeria handle cases based on military law.
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Magistrate/District Courts in Nigeria are established only in the Southern part of the country.
Magistrate/District Courts in Nigeria are established only in the Southern part of the country.
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Study Notes
Judiciary Lecture Note
- Judiciary is the branch of government that interprets laws and administers justice through courts.
- Nigeria's judicial system dates back to pre-colonial times with various justice systems.
- British administration established courts, some by statute, some by arrangement.
- Southern Nigeria had courts of equity, consular courts, and courts established by the Royal Niger Company.
- 1863 and 1900 saw the establishment of the Supreme Court of Lagos and Southern Nigeria, respectively. These courts had civil and criminal jurisdictions.
- 1914 amalgamation of Northern and Southern protectorates of Nigeria led to the abolition of provincial courts and establishment of High Courts with Chief Judges, judges, and assistant judges.
- Magistrate courts were established below the High Courts
- 1954: appeals from Supreme Court went directly to Privy Council.
- 1967: Nigeria became a federation with twelve states. Each state had its judiciary. This socio-political development led to the establishment of state Supreme Courts and state High Courts, and the necessity for the Western State to establish a Regional Court of Appeal.
- 1973: Federal Revenue Court was set up to determine cases relating to Federal Government revenue more swiftly.
- 1999 Constitution: established superior courts including the Supreme Court, Court of Appeal, Federal High Court, High Court of FCT, and customary Courts. These courts have specific functions and powers as specified in the constitution.
- Courts have power to interpret and apply the constitution and to resolve disputes.
- Judiciary is the guardian of the constitution and is responsible for upholding the rule of law.
- The judiciary upholds the rights of citizens and ensures justice is served.
Structure and Jurisdiction of Nigerian Courts
- Jurisdiction is a court's authority to hear cases and decide them.
- Nigerian courts derive their jurisdiction from the Constitution, statutes and enabling laws
- Exclusive jurisdiction occurs when a court is the only court to hear a specific category of cases. This happens in cases relating to issues of revenue and constitution interpretation.
- Concurrent jurisdiction happens when more than one court has the power to hear a type of case
- Appellate jurisdiction is when a court reviews decisions of lower courts.
- Territorial/Spatial jurisdiction is when a court has jurisdiction over a particular geographic area.
- Original jurisdiction is when a court has the power to hear a case for the first time (as opposed to on appeal).
- The structure and jurisdiction of courts is crucial for the efficient functioning of the system, as it determines which cases each court can hear and how decisions made by one court can be reviewed by another.
Types of Judicial Jurisdiction in Nigeria
- Exclusive jurisdiction: one court has sole power.
- Concurrent jurisdiction: more than one court has authority.
- Appellate jurisdiction: power to hear appeals from lower court decisions.
- Territorial jurisdiction: court's authority based on geographical location
- Original jurisdiction: court's power to initially hear a case
- Review jurisdiction: power to review court decisions.
- Divisional Jurisdiction: jurisdiction limited to a particular location or division.
Supreme Court of Nigeria
- Highest court in Nigeria.
- Court of last resort.
- Original jurisdiction: in cases between the Federal Government and States, disputes involving legal rights.
- Appellate jurisdiction: hears appeals from lower courts, especially Court of Appeal.
- Decisions are final and binding on all other courts.
Court of Appeal
- Second highest court in the hierarchy.
- Original jurisdiction: only over election petitions.
- Extensive appellate jurisdiction: reviews decisions from high court and other lower courts.
Federal High Court
- Federal jurisdiction over matters including revenue and customs.
- Civil jurisdiction: cases relating to tax, customs, and other federal matters.
- Appellate jurisdiction: limited to appeals from lower courts.
State High Courts
- State-level jurisdiction over matters connected with the State.
- Wide jurisdiction over various civil and criminal matters
Other Courts
- Customary Courts
- Sharia Courts
- Court Martial
- National Industrial Court
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Test your knowledge on the jurisdiction of the Federal High Court in Nigeria. This quiz covers areas such as civil cases, revenue matters, and disputes involving banks. Challenge yourself to find out what falls under its exclusive jurisdiction?
