OBSCURE LEGAL FACTS BY AROME ABU
In Nigeria, it is an offence to be in possession of horsewhip popularly known as “koboko” in any public gathering.
PENALTY
Imprisonment for 12 months without the option of a fine.
Police Officers and other weapon wielding organisations established by law are exempted from liability when acting in official capacity.
See Section 8 of the Public Order Act.
Arome Abu is the Managing Partner of TCLP.
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