Application of the Laws of Defamation and Sedition in Nigeria’s Jurisprudence: Still Relevant?

The prevalence of defamatory and seditious statements in Nigeria prompts some degree of investigation. These actions typically occur on the platforms of radio, television, public debates, political meetings as well as other public gatherings Moreover, several persons indulge in this illegality under...

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Published in:Journal of advanced research in law and economics 2017-04, Vol.8 (1(23)), p.59
Main Authors: Iyoha, Odianonsen Francis, Olujobi, Olusola Joshua, Oyewunmi, Olabode A
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Administrative law
Defamation
Human rights
Imprisonment
Jurisprudence
Law
Publishing
Reputations
Sedition
Society
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Summary:The prevalence of defamatory and seditious statements in Nigeria prompts some degree of investigation. These actions typically occur on the platforms of radio, television, public debates, political meetings as well as other public gatherings Moreover, several persons indulge in this illegality under the 'guise' of exercising their constitutional right of expression. The objective of this paper is to ascertain the continued relevance of the law of defamation and sedition in Nigeria, coupled with a need to overhaul the legal framework in this respect. Hence, due engagement with mass media organizations and civil society groups provides a veritable mechanism to mitigate incidences of defamation and sedition.
ISSN:2068-696X
2068-696X
DOI:10.14505/jarle.v8.1(23).07