This course introduces students to the concept of law and legal system as the basis of state
organization. It traced the evolution of Nigerian Legal System beginning with the pre-colonial
period in terms of treaties, charters and conventions used in administration, to legal system
under the British colonial rule and finish with post independence Nigeria legal system. The
course will also look at issues of fundamental human rights, citizenship and rule of law in
Nigeria.
- Lecturer: Dr Collins Okonkwo
Level of Study: 100 Level