This article is an overview of the procedure for the enforcement of fundamental human rights in Nigeria. It will examine the highly technical and formally procedural nature of some sections of the 1979 Fundamental Human Rights (Enforcement Procedure) Rules, and the procedural changes made by the 2009 Rules
It will also examine some of the shortcomings of the new 2009 Procedure Rules and suggest the way forward. By Arowolo, G.A, LL.M, LL.B,B.L. Lecturer,Faculty of Law,Lagos State University and Anwo,J.O, LL.D, LL.M, LL.B, B.L.Lecturer,Faculty of Law,Lagos State University.
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