Scope Flashcards
(9 cards)
Justice Marshall in
Marbury v. Madison
Interpret the constitution and make sure other laws do not conflict with it
Bello JSC
Allow courts control their business
Ensure Justice is not delayed or denied
Shodehinde v. Registered Motors
It doesn’t create jurisdiction
Senator Abraham v. President FRN
Adjudicate and resolve disputes
Senate v. Momoh
Declaration of what the law is
Lord Atkin
Amid the clash of arms, the laws aren’t silent
Judges are no respecter of persons.. they stand between the subject and any encroachment on liberty
Gov of Lagos v. Ojukwu
Obaseki: independent judiciary is necessary in rule of law
Winston v. Churchill
The difference between T and D is the judiciary.
Challenges action
Ensures fair hearing