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in our new episode of #OALLawspectives, Mary-cynthia Okundaye and Omolola Ajibola speak on Child Adoption in Nigeria.

The concept of sole custody is significant for parents seeking to make decisions regarding their child's welfare independently and without recourse to the other parent of the child.

In the course of marriage, it is common for couples to jointly acquire property as their matrimonial home.

The process for dissolution of a marriage in Nigeria depends on whether the couple entered into a statutory marriage or a traditional marriage. Customary marriages are dissolved in line with the customs...

There are several signals that the crash of a marriage is imminent, and one of them is when a spouse suddenly leaves the matrimonial home...

The Childs Right Act, 2003 provides for adoption of a child in Nigeria.

Many couples in Nigeria choose to celebrate their marriages in church, but the pertinent question is: what is the legal status of church marriages? The legal recognition of a marriage celebrated in the church primarily depends on whether the church is a licensed place of worship.

It is increasingly common to hear stories about a spouse relocating abroad with the children of the marriage without seeking the other parent's consent.

Over 23% of pregnant Nigerian women insist on giving birth to their children abroad.

As a law firm that regularly handles high-conflict family and commercial disputes, we frequently encounter heart-wrenching stories of individuals involved in custody battles.

For business owners and professionals in Nigeria, divorce can disrupt boardrooms, hinder decision-making, and drain finances through prolonged court battles. What if there was a way to navigate separation that prioritizes structure over blame, protects your reputation and assets...

It appears remote working will be around for a long time; this also comes with its peculiar challenges.

The main requirement for Courts to have jurisdiction in relation to matrimonial causes proceedings is domicile in Nigeria.

A couple in a legal marriage, one recognized by the extant laws in Nigeria can seek for various matrimonial reliefs under the Matrimonial Causes Act 1978.

Ahmed Musa is the first son of Alhaji Bamako Dogoyaro, one of Africa's wealthiest entrepreneurs. He met Jumoke Smith at Shoprite Plaza sometime in November 2017 during her shift as a sales attendant in the mall.

Writing a will in Nigeria involves key requirements and consideration of various laws governing the administration of the estate of a deceased person.

When a marriage ends in Nigeria, the absence of a prenuptial agreement can turn asset division into a prolonged legal battle that destroys the very wealth couples fought to protect. While prenups are not illegal under Nigerian law, their enforceability depends on careful drafting and judicial discretion under the "just and equitable" standard of Section 72(2) of the Matrimonial Causes Act 1970.