Public policy Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
Q
Ese Malami
A
Public welfare
Public good
Public interests
2
Q
Section 14(2)
A
Security and welfare of the people shall be the primary purpose of government
3
Q
J. Jordan
A
It is made up of the ideas in our society about ensuring its welfare.
4
Q
Public Policy can change
A
So customary law needs to flow
5
Q
Maribe v. Egbu
A
Woman marrying woman
6
Q
Cole v. Akinleye
A
Illegitimate son wanted to acquire property.
Could bring about sexual promiscuity.
7
Q
Lord Denning
A
An unruly horse. With a good man in the saddle, the unruly house can be kept in control
8
Q
Shortcoming
A
It is subjective so it can be abused
Courts must promote Justice at all costs
