Staff Profile
Assoc. Prof. Oguche S
Position: Associate Professor
Department: Law
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Biography
Samuel Oguche holds a Bachelor of Law (LLB) degree, (Second Class Honours, Upper Division) (University of Jos, 2004), after which he proceeded to the Nigerian Law School where he graduated with Second Class Honours, Upper Division in the qualifying examination of the Council of Legal Education in 2005, whereupon he was called to the Bar. He subsequently obtained a Master of Laws (LLM) degree (University of Jos, 2011) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Law (University of Abuja, 2018). He commenced his career as a Law Lecturer at the Faculty of Law, University of Jos in 2007, where he taught Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure, and Law of Evidence among others. In the process, he also successfully supervised over eighty (80) students’ dissertations.
He holds a Bachelor of Law (LLB) degree, (Second Class Honours, Upper Division) (University of Jos, 2004), after which he proceeded to the Nigerian Law School where he graduated with Second Class Honours, Upper Division in the qualifying examination of the Council of Legal Education in 2005, whereupon he was called to the Bar. He subsequently obtained a Master of Laws (LLM) degree (University of Jos, 2011) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Law (University of Abuja, 2018). He commenced his career as a Law Lecturer at the Faculty of Law, University of Jos in 2007, where he taught Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure, and Law of Evidence among others. In the process, he also successfully supervised over eighty (80) students’ dissertations.
He is presently a Visiting Associate Professor of Law at the Faculty of Law of the University, where he teaches Law of Evidence, in addition to other courses assigned from time to time. He is a Senior Research Fellow ((Equivalent of an Associate Professor in Nigerian universities). He also obtained Professional Development Certificate in Parliamentary Management of the McGill University, Montreal, Canada, after successfully completing the programme in 2020, with grade “A” in all courses.
He is a prolific writer with over 40 research publications in journals and chapters in books, both nationally and internationally. He serves as a consultant and resource person to several institutions, such as the Nigerian Institute of Advanced Legal Studies (NIALS), North East Development Commission (NEDC), Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Yiaga Africa, International Republican Institute (IRI), and the Periscope, among others. He is married with children.
| SN | Name | Institution | Year Obtained |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Law | University of Abuja | 2018 |
| 2 | Master of Laws (LL.M) | University of Jos | 2011 |
| 3 | Bachelor of Law | University of Jos | 2004 |
| 4 | Professional Development Certificate in Parliamentary Management | McGill University, Montreal, Canada | 2020 |
| SN | Name | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Key Issues In Nigerian Constitutional Law | Book | |
| 2 | Legislative Oversight In Nigeria: Dissecting The Challenges Of The National Assembly | Book | |
| 3 | Challenges Of Use Of State Of Emergency In Democratic Governance: Plateau And Ekiti Experiences | Book | |
| 4 | Political Parties And Elections In The Fourth Republic | Book | |
| 5 | Plea Bargain In Nigeria: Constitutional Questions | Book | |
| 6 | Freedom Of Information And National Security In Nigeria: Practices Of The United Kingdom | Book | |
| 7 | Enforcement Of Fundamental Human Rights In Nigeria In The Face Of Poverty: A Case Of Shadow Boxing | Book | |
| 8 | Defence Of Provocation In The Administration Of Criminal Justice In Nigeria: A Critical Appraisal | Book | |
| 9 | Towards A Comprehensive Legal Framework For Combating Dangerous Infectious Diseases In Nigeria: The National Health Emergency Bill 2020 In Perspective | Journal Article | |
| 10 | A Case For Judicial Harmony In The Law Of Customary Arbitration In Nigeria | Journal Article | |
| 11 | Novelties And Perplexities Of Plea Bargain In Nigerian Criminal Justice: In Defence Of Human Rights | Journal Article | |
| 12 | Revisiting The Prohibition Of Private Practice For Public Officers In Nigeria And Its Implication On Provision Of Technical Services: The Case Of Law Lecturers | Journal Article | |
| 13 | Appraisal Of The Role Of The National Assembly In Appropriation Process In Nigeria: Hints From Cross Country Survey | Journal Article | |
| 14 | Constitutional Quagmire In Kogi State: Examining The Failure Of The Legislature And The Judiciary | Journal Article | |
| 15 | Executive Immunity And Investigative Powers Of The Economic And Financial Crimes Commission: Governor Ayodele Peter Fayose’s Zenith Bank Account Freezing Saga In Perspective | Journal Article | |
| 16 | Electoral Law Reform In Nigeria: Proposals For Amendment Of The Electoral Act 2010 And The Imperatives Of Ict | Journal Article | |
| 17 | Postponement Of Nigeria’s 2015 General Elections: Interface Of Law And Politics | Journal Article | |
| 18 | Prohibition Of Use Of Force In Conflict Situations | Journal Article | |
| 19 | Revisiting Right To Life In Nigeria: Enthronement Or Retreat Into Right To Burial | Journal Article | |
| 20 | Revisiting The Penalty Of Summary Dismissal Vis-A-Vis The Remedy Of Reinstatement | Journal Article | |
| 21 | Judicial Fundamentalism, Radicalism Or Human Rights Activism?: A Panoramic Survey Of Recent Judicial Attitude To The Defence Of Provocation In The Administration Of Criminal Justice In Nigeria | Journal Article | |
| 22 | An Assessment Of The Extent Of Protection Afforded The Consumer Through Information Disclosure Philosophy | Journal Article | |
| 23 | Development Of Plea Bargaining In The Administration Of Criminal Justice In Nigeria: A Revolution, Vaccination Against Punishment Or Mere Expediency? | Journal Article | |
| 24 | Enthronement Or Retreat Into Obfuscation: The Euthanasia Debate In Focus | Journal Article | |
| 25 | The Rights Of Children In Nigeria Vis-A-Vis The Concept Of Restorative Justice | Journal Article | |
| 26 | The Approaches And Canons Of Interpretation Of The Constitution And Other Statutes: A Panoramic Survey Of Recent Developments | Journal Article | |
| 27 | An Overview Of Fundamental Human Rights And Rule Of Law Under Military Regimes In Nigeria | Journal Article | |
| 28 | Elections And Electoral Problems In Nigeria: A Gastronomic Survey Of Electoral Offences Under The Electoral Act, 2010 And The Imperatives Of Reform | Journal Article | |
| 29 | The Crusade For Enhanced Realisation Of Fundamental Rights In Nigeria In The Face Of Ravaging Poverty: A Case Of Shadow Boxing | Journal Article | |
| 30 | An Appraisal Of The Role Of The Efcc And Icpc In Combating Corruption And Financial Crimes In Nigeria | Journal Article | |
| 31 | Conducting Free And Fair Elections In The Face Of Electoral Violence In Nigeria: An Exercise In Futility | Journal Article | |
| 32 | Industrial Harmony And The Right To Strike In Nigeria: An Empirical Analysis Of The Recurrent Tensions In Their Interface | Journal Article | |
| 33 | Development And Policy Use Of Criminal Justice Information And Statistics | Journal Article | |
| 34 | Legal Framework Of Industrial And Labour Relations In Nigeria: An Examination Of Selected Statutes And The National Industrial Court | Journal Article | |
| 35 | Democracy, Rule Of Law And Human Rights Juxtaposed: An Analysis Of The Exploits Of The Fourth Republic | Journal Article | |
| 36 | A Comparative Analysis Of The Legal Framework For The Enforcement Of Human Rights In African, European And Inter-American Dispensations | Journal Article | |
| 37 | A Critique Of The Supreme Court Judgment In Rt. Hon. Rotimi Chibuike Amaechi V. Independent National Electoral Commission (Inec) And 2 Others | Journal Article | |
| 38 | Status And Jurisdiction Of The National Industrial Court: Unveiling The Error Of The Supreme Court In National Union Of Electricity Employees & 1 Other V. Bureau Of Public Enterprises (2010) 7 Nwlr (Pt. 1194) 538 | Journal Article | |
| 39 | Executive Lawlessness As An Impediment To The Realisation Of Fundamental Rights In Nigeria | Journal Article | |
| 40 | Analysis Of Suppression Of Piracy And Other Maritime Offences Bill | Journal Article | |
| 41 | Analysis Of A Bill For An Act To Repeal The National Board For Technical Education Act And Re-Enact The National Commission For Technical, Vocational And Entrepreneurial Education And For Related Matters | Journal Article | |
| 42 | Legal Research Institutions: Networking And Industry Of Government | Conference Paper | |
| 43 | Emerging Issues And Thoughts In Contemporary Public Law: A Compendium Of Essays Written In Honour Of Justice Paul Adamu Galumje, Jsc | Journal Article | |
| 44 | A Review Of Committees In The National Assembly: A Study Of The Performance Of Legislative Functions, 2003-2013 | Journal Article | |
| 45 | Cryptocurrency Regulation In Nigeria | Journal Article |
Research Interests
- Law of Evidence
- Criminal Law and Procedure
- Civil Litigation
- Constitutional Law
- Legislative Practice and Procedure