Rule of Law: We have shortcomings from the executive arm of government—Kuti, SAN

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Partner at Perchstone & Graeys Law Firm, Mr Folabi Kuti, SAN, in this interview, speaks on the rule of law in Nigeria since independence in 1960 and how it has impacted growth and development.

Importance of rule of law The rule of law in plain language – and as the phraseology itself connotes – is rule according to the dictates of civilised living – under the dictates of the law and understanding or acceptance that no one is above the law.

The intent of these provisions is to ensure that there is constitutional and legal certainty for the existence of the rule of law towards establishing equality and fairness, due process, limitation and separation of power, transparency in governance and independence of the judiciary in the country.

A popular instance was in 2007 when the Court restrained the EFCC from arresting the then Governor of Abia State, Orji Kalu, but the said order was flouted. Another recent case was the recent restraint from the Court on the enforcement of the monetary policy changing the face of the Naira. Also, the judiciary has over time established its independence while the legislative arms have constantly checked on the excesses of the executives.

 

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