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Evidence Amendment Act 2023 Overview by Zayyad Aliyu Nasir is a document available to read on EtoBox.

The Evidence (Amendment) Act, 2023 amends the Evidence Act No. 18, 2011 to align its provisions with global technological advancements in evidence taking, applicable to all judicial proceedings in Nigeria. Key amendments include the recognition of electronic records and digital signatures as valid forms of evidence, and provisions for electronic affidavits and audio-visual communication. The Act aims to modernize the legal framework for evidence in Nigeria to accommodate digital practices.

Author

Zayyad Aliyu Nasir

Language

EN