ABSTRACT This paper is interested in the phenomenon of Language contacts and the social linguistics consequences.  Of great concern to us is the effect and influence of Pidgin and English languages on Yoruba language. The amount of integrated words, code-mixing, code-switching and probably the threat of total encroachment on Yoruba Language by the Pidgin and...Read More

– NGOZI ALILI ESQ INTRODUCTION: The legal profession has a symbol or logo which is feminine in nature, polite in approach and strict in determination. She is the “lady of justice”. She is blind but holds a scale in her left hand and a sword in her right hand. A black piece of clothe runs...Read More

Name: Dr. Adenike ONIBOKUN College:  COM & H/ Sciences Department: Nursing Status: Associate Professor (Adjunct) Abstract Background Mother-to-Child Transmission (MTCT) of HIV remains the main mode of acquisition of HIV in children. Transmission of HIV may occur during pregnancy, delivery or breastfeeding. Studies have shown that some specific interventions help to reduce the transmission of...Read More

– Ngozi Alili Esq INTRODUCTION:  THE WOOLF’S REFORMS The 26th day of April, 1999, frequently referred to as “Woolf’s Day”, saw the coming into force of the most far-reaching reforms to court procedure for one and a quarter decades. The “Woolf’s Reforms”, as they are colloquially known, affected not only cases that were commenced at...Read More

Akintayo Christopher Oloruntoba (B.Sc, M.Sc,completed Ph.D on goin) Department of Physiology College of Medicine and Health Sciences Afe-Babalola University Ado- Ekiti, Ekiti State (ABUAD). Abstract The aim of the present study was to investigate the effects of pre- and post- administration of garlic extract on serum glucose and some biochemical parameters in alloxan-induced diabetic rats...Read More

Aare Afe Babalola, OFR, CON, SAN President Emeritus and Founder Afe Babalola University, Ado Ekiti, Nigeria   Abstract This paper examines the provisions of Section 84 of the Sheriffs and Civil Process Act which protects government from payment of judgment debt. It also examines the nature and effect of a court’s judgement as well as...Read More

Avinash Govindjee Professor of Law, Faculty of Law Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University Port Elizabeth; Attorney of the High Court of South Africa & Senior Commissioner: CCMA   Abstract This paper discusses issues relating to wildlife, conservation and biodiversity and the future regulation of these matters in South Africa. It deals with an issue which has,...Read More

Dr Fabian Ajogwu, SAN Law Firm of Kenna Partners, Lagos, Nigeria Abstract Proponents of a liberal approach to setting aside arbitral awards justify it on the ground that it is somewhat a guarantee against breach of fair hearing rights. Critics of that approach argue that it defeats the whole essence of arbitration as a means...Read More

Elijah Adewale Taiwo Professor of Law & Head of Department Private and Business Law College of Law, Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria & Research Associate, Faculty of Law Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University, South Africa   Abstract This paper reviews the relevant legal instruments protecting the right to education in Nigeria. It posits that the right...Read More

Adebayo Adenipekun, SAN, FCIArb. Head of Chambers, Afe Babalola & Co. Emmanuel Chambers, Ibadan, Nigeria. Abstract Although Election Petitions are sui generis in nature, in practice, it involves trial where the tribunals are saddled with the sole responsibility of determining issues which often times, are criminal allegations, non-compliance with the provisions of the law in...Read More