Negligence Defenses In Nigeria

Summary

Common defenses against negligence in Nigeria include contributory negligence, where the plaintiffs actions contributed to the harm, and volenti non fit injuria, where the plaintiff consented to the risk. Other defenses are inevitable accident, where harm occurred despite precautions, and act of God, where natural forces caused the harm.

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What are the defenses of Negligence under Nigerian Law?
Here are some common defenses against negligence under Nigerian Law:
- Contributory Negligence: The plaintiff's own negligence contributed to the harm.
- Volenti Non Fit Injuria: The plaintiff consented to the risk.
- Inevitable Accident: The harm occurred despite all precautions.
- Act of God: Natural forces caused the harm.
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