Drafting Reply After Objection

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When a preliminary objection is dismissed under Nigerian law, the defendant should draft a reply by acknowledging the courts decision, addressing the substantive issues in the originating summons, and providing factual and legal arguments to support their defense.

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Under Nigerian law when a originating Summons has been severed to the defendant and the defendant raised a preliminary objection which was dismissed by the court. How would the defendant draft a reply.
Hi Immaculata! When drafting a reply after a preliminary objection has been dismissed by the court under Nigerian law, the defendant should:
- Acknowledge the court's decision on the preliminary objection.
- Address the substantive issues raised in the originating summons.
- Provide factual and legal arguments supporting their defense.
What specific points or concerns do you need assistance with in your reply?