Introduction The Nigerian judiciary, as the custodian of justice and the rule of law, is constitutionally empowered to ensure that justice is administered fairly, impartially, and within a reasonable timeframe. Although there are other means of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) but the court system remains the only institution with the most coercive power to administer justice and enforce its decisions. However, persistent and undue delays in court proceedings have significantly hindered the effective delivery of justice. Undue delay in court proceedings is not merely a procedural lapse. It constitutes an abuse of court process. Abuse of court process refers to … Continue reading UNDUE DELAY OF LITIGATIONS: AN ABUSE OF COURT PROCESS