Judgment

Federal Republic of Nigeria ....... Appellant(s) And Charles Akaeze ....... Respondent(s)

Court: Supreme Court
Division: Abuja
Date: 01/03/2024

The Supreme Court dismissed the appeal. The Court held that the word "may" in Sections 15(4) and 17(2) of ACJA, when used to impose a duty upon a public functionary for the benefit of a private citizen, is mandatory and not permissive. The Court affirmed…

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