South Africa is reportedly seeking $18.5 million from Nigeria, Malawi and Ethiopia over migrant repatriation costs. Step Rights examines whether international and South African law actually require the three African governments to pay.
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A police invitation does not automatically mean you have committed a crime. But when questioning turns into arrest or detention, Nigerian law provides important safeguards, including the right to know why you are being arrested. ABUJA, Nigeria — Receiving a telephone call, WhatsApp message or written invitation asking you to …
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Nigeria is investing in e-filing, virtual hearings and digital case management to make courts faster and more accessible. But lawyers say technology can become another source of delay when systems fail or procedures are poorly implemented. ABUJA, Nigeria — Nigeria’s judiciary is embracing digital technology as part of efforts to …
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Presidency says submissions on the National Policing Bill close at 5 p.m. on Thursday as Nigeria moves closer to a dual federal-state policing system ABUJA, Nigeria — Nigerians have until 5 p.m. on Thursday, 13 August 2026, to submit their views on the proposed National Policing Bill, as the Federal …
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Federal High Court declared their continued detention unlawful and ordered their release, but contempt proceedings have reportedly begun after the order was not implemented ADAMAWA, Nigeria — Questions over respect for judicial authority and the constitutional right to personal liberty have emerged in Adamawa State following reports that 42 residents …
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By Step Rights Magazine Social media has recently been awash with claims that the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) has banned Nigerian lawyers from using the title “Barrister.” The claim has generated widespread debate within the legal profession and among members of the public. However, a review of the facts …
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By Step Rights Magazine | Legal Education | July 25, 2026 You rented an apartment, paid the agreed rent and moved in. One day, your landlord opens the door and enters without informing you. When challenged, the landlord responds: “This is my house. I can enter whenever I want.” But …
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By Step Rights Magazine | Entertainment & The Law Series In today’s digital world, a single photograph or video can travel across the internet within seconds. Social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X (formerly Twitter), and WhatsApp have made it easier than ever to share images and videos. …
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By Step Rights Magazine | Sports & Justice Series Football is a game of passion. Across Nigeria and around the world, supporters celebrate dramatic victories, heartbreaking defeats, and unforgettable moments. Occasionally, that excitement spills beyond the stands, with fans running onto the pitch to celebrate with players or protest a …
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Persons with disabilities in Nigeria are protected by law. Learn about the Discrimination Against Persons with Disabilities (Prohibition) Act, 2018, employment rights, education, accessibility, healthcare, and legal remedies against discrimination. By Step Rights Magazine Human Rights Desk For millions of Nigerians living with disabilities, the greatest obstacle is often not …
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