This unit examines the basic definition of the Law of Evidence and other related concepts which are necessary in other to properly comprehend the course work. A proper understanding of the Law of Evidence cannot be projected except we first understand what the word “Evidence” means. We shall therefore examine this concept both from the lay man’s perspectives and from the Legal perspectives. The understanding of the two perspectives will be able to provide a more comprehensive understanding of the concept. Having therefore known what the word “Evidence” is, we shall further proceed to examine fully what makes up the “Law of Evidence” more particularly under the Nigerian Law.
Author: P.I. Azubuike
