There can be no doubt that the consequence of the refusal to order stay of execution in the present case is, by inference, that the respondent,…

The Oxford Universal Dictionary Illustrated, 3rd edition, Vol. 1 page 125, defines the word 'authorise' as 'to give formal approval to.' I can see no difference…

All facts, except the contents of documents, may be proved by oral evidence. The fact, therefore, that the 3rd appellant gave certain instructions to D.W.4 can…

Similarly, as in military regimes, decrees of the Federal Military Government clearly oust the court's jurisdiction, there is no dancing round the issue to found jurisdiction…

Issues or questions for determination in an appeal are framed from the grounds of appeal before the court. Consequently any issue, argument or other part of…

When it is alleged that defamatory meaning should be inferred beyond the literal meaning of words, there is no room for fanciful imagination... When a tribunal…

It is trite law that what is admitted need not be proved and that parties are bound by their pleading.

It is trite law that what is admitted need not be proved and that parties are bound by their pleading.

Before a court can commence a meaningful assessment of damages, it must be sure of the nature of the claim, that is to say, whether the…

Where an allegation of negligent act is made against a corporate body, such as the defendant, doing business through several branches, it is inconsequential to the…

A tribunal charged with the performance of judicial functions should normally state reasons for its conclusions. This becomes more important where appeals lie from its decisions.…

A bank has a duty under its contract with its customer to exercise reasonable care and skill in carrying out its part with regard to operations…