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
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