Principle

JURISDICTION – Effect of Proceedings Conducted Without Jurisdiction – Transfer of Suit to Court with Jurisdiction – Proper Course is to Strike Out

Area of law
JURISDICTION
Court
Supreme Court

When proceedings are a nullity due to lack of jurisdiction, any subsequent order by the Court of Appeal transferring the matter is also a nullity. A nullity cannot be transferred—there is no valid proceeding to transfer. The proper course is to strike out the suit.…

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