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Nigeria has form in this area. After the Civil War, armed robbery graduated from petty crime to national industry. The military government observed—correctly—that the regular courts, with their wigs, rituals and adjournments, were about as useful against armed robbers as a strongly worded press release. So they did the obvious thing: they panicked creatively.Out went …

Continue reading "Special Anti-Corruption Tribunals: Or How to Suspend the Constitution Without Admitting It by Lawson Akhigbe"

Justice Mohammed G Umar In the grand architecture of justice, the courtroom is supposed to be a sanctuary of reason—measured, deliberate, and anchored in the rule of law. Yet, in a moment that would be comedic if it were not so troubling, Justice Mohammed G Umar of the Federal High Court, Abuja reportedly instructed a …

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MMA Lagos There is a uniquely Nigerian ceremony reserved for our compatriots who have had the misfortune—or entrepreneurial spirit—to be convicted of crimes abroad and deported home. It is not a parade. There is no brass band. No chieftaincy title. Just handcuffs, stern faces, and an unspoken but powerful message: “Welcome back. We hope you …

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