Papers by Peter Chukwuma Obutte
African Law Review, 2022
It is not in doubt that the Nigerian electricity industry
is faced with several challenges. From ... more It is not in doubt that the Nigerian electricity industry
is faced with several challenges. From mergers to
privatisation and even reforms, steps taken to revamp
this industry is yet to yield a welcoming result. The
introduction of the EPSRA 2005 was one of the attempts
taken to solve the numerous problems hindering
the optimal performance of several institutions and
companies involved with the supply of electricity. In this
article, through the use of the doctrinal methodology,
attempts have been made to analyse the electricity
industry of South Africa showing how it has helped in
ensuring stable supply of electricity. It is believed that
there are valuable lessons that can prove to be useful
when applied to the Nigerian Electricity regime. A brief
comparison was carried out with that of Nigeria to
draw lessons that may be useful for policy makers. The
outcome of this comparison has been able to reveal the
loopholes in the Nigerian electricity industry especially
as regards its electricity institutions and companies in
order to combat the poor state of electricity in Nigeria.
Energy: Expectations and Uncertainty,39th IAEE International Conference,Jun 19-22, 2016, Jun 19, 2016
Potchefstroom Electronic Law Journal, Apr 21, 2017
The coverage of ICT goes beyond such activities as programming, networking and analyzing. It enab... more The coverage of ICT goes beyond such activities as programming, networking and analyzing. It enables the usage of computers and related tools to enhance … the quality of life. 1 *
Oil, Gas & Energy Law Journal, 2018
International Journal of Innovative Research and Development, 2018
This paper examines the role of tax incentives in marginal field development in Nigeria. With a d... more This paper examines the role of tax incentives in marginal field development in Nigeria. With a doctrinal research methodology consisting of analyses of laws, policies, principles and practices, and a slight comparative study of Nigeria with Malaysia and Angola, the research discovers that marginal field operations, because of its peculiar circumstances, require special tax incentives, which are currently inexistent or ineffective in Nigeria. Taking useful lessons from Malaysia and Angola, the paper proposes a special tax regime for marginal field operations comprising exclusive tax and royalty rates, and other incentives to be backed up by statutory law.
SSRN Electronic Journal, 2016
Development remains a recurring objective for governments in ‘developed’ and ‘developing’ countri... more Development remains a recurring objective for governments in ‘developed’ and ‘developing’ countries alike. Curiously, the process has been more tortuous for the latter than the former. The developing countries’ aspiration towards sustainable and qualitative living standards has been fraught with inconsistencies, complexities and uncertainties. Many of the developing economies have remained in transition with fears of getting only worse due largely to lack of focused and realistic planning. This paper explores the multi – dimensional correlations inherent in the traditional endogenous and exogenous factors of the development discourse. The paper concludes with advancing a realistic approach for the attainment of desired development goals. The propositions are constructed within a developing society’s legal framework taking into consideration the prevailing peculiarities and particularities.
SSRN Electronic Journal, 2016
Corruption in Nigeria has taken a dramatic turn in recent debates and commentaries. Certain pract... more Corruption in Nigeria has taken a dramatic turn in recent debates and commentaries. Certain practices and experiences explain the perception of judiciary as a limiting factor in the country’s development process. Lack of clarity in juridical stances on effective sanctions and sustainable deterrence for corruption is perceived as systemic incentive that undermines the country’s democratic experience. This paper examines the nature and implications of corruption in the judiciary in Nigeria. It evaluates the dialectics of judicial administration, state and development. The paper argues that if the judiciary, considered the beacon of a democratic process and good governance is tainted in corruption, the developmental objectives of the country will remain a mirage.
Journal of Sustainable Development Law and Policy (The), 2020
This article considers the introduction and conceptual frameworks for petroleum revenue managemen... more This article considers the introduction and conceptual frameworks for petroleum revenue management law with a view to applying it in Nigeria. It examines the sources of petroleum revenue to enhance assessment and collection. The article examines the structure of the legislation and institutions regulating the petroleum sector by categorizing and highlighting the subset of petroleum revenue management for efficient application. It further argues that prudent management of petroleum revenue is measured through the indicators of transparency and accountability, sustainable development, sovereign wealth fund, low corruption level, socio-economic well-being, good health and sustainable environment. This article is imperative in that it streamlines the legislation and institutions, block revenue leakages and guarantee sustainable development. It will further ensure that revenue generated from petroleum * LL.B (RSU), BL (Lagos), LL.
PC Obutte* The coverage of ICT goes beyond such activities as programming, networking and analyzi... more PC Obutte* The coverage of ICT goes beyond such activities as programming, networking and analyzing. It enables the usage of computers and related tools to enhance … the quality of life.1 1
Recent world events, such as Brexit and President Trump’s ‘Make America Great Again’ policies, su... more Recent world events, such as Brexit and President Trump’s ‘Make America Great Again’ policies, suggest that a growing number of nation-states want a cap on immigration. The situation is not different in West Africa, notwithstanding establishment of the Economic Community of West African States. The ECOWAS Free Movement and Transhumance protocols respectively guarantee free movement of ECOWAS citizens and transhumance livestock across the sub-region. However, because these movements often allow criminal elements and weapons to transit through borders thereby exposing lawful persons in harm’s way, there are security concerns on the protocols. From the Nigerian flank, the recent herders–farmers violent conflicts and even the festering Boko Haram insurgency have been linked to the migrations. This paper interrogates the elements of these ECOWAS protocols in view of Nigeria’s security situation. The authors proffer measures of abating the security challenge as envisaged under the protoco...
The African Journal of Information and Communication
Journal of Sustainable Development Law and Policy (The)
Poverty & Public Policy, 2015
Potchefstroom Electronic Law Journal/Potchefstroomse Elektroniese Regsblad, 2014
Journal of Sustainable Development Law and Policy (The)
This article considers the introduction and conceptual frameworks for petroleum revenue managemen... more This article considers the introduction and conceptual frameworks for petroleum revenue management law with a view to applying it in Nigeria. It examines the sources of petroleum revenue to enhance assessment and collection. The article examines the structure of the legislation and institutions regulating the petroleum sector by categorizing and highlighting the subset of petroleum revenue management for efficient application. It further argues that prudent management of petroleum revenue is measured through the indicators of transparency and accountability, sustainable development, sovereign wealth fund, low corruption level, socioeconomic well-being, good health and sustainable environment. This article is imperative in that it streamlines the legislation and institutions, block revenue leakages and guarantee sustainable development. It will further ensure that revenue generated from petroleum resources is properly utilized for socioeconomic growth of the nation. It urges the National Assembly to enact a law that will harmonize the diverse legislation and institutions and cause them to operate strictly in accordance with the principles of good governance, transparency and accountability.
The Treasury Single Account (TSA) policy was designed to block revenue loopholes, promote transpa... more The Treasury Single Account (TSA) policy was designed to block revenue loopholes, promote transparency and accountability, prevent mismanagement of government's revenue, unify government bank accounts, improve the processing of payments and collections, and reduce borrowing costs. It aims to ensure complete, real-time information on cash resources and improves operational and appropriation's control. Despite its clear conceptual aims, its practical implementation has been fraught with several legal challenges and questions. This article examines the concept and historical origin of TSA in Nigeria as well as its application in petroleum revenue management with a view of determining its legality and constitutionality. The article further considers whether the application of TSA had occasioned conflict or confusion between the Federation Account and the Consolidated Revenue Fund as provided under the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, as amended in the aftermath of the reform. It argues that TSA is not an account, but a policy nomenclature directed towards the compliance with sections 80 (1) and 162 (1) of the 1999 Constitution as amended. Although it is currently not provided for in any law or the Constitution, the article insists that the constitutionally recognized accounts for the payment of revenue are the Federation Account and the Consolidated Revenue Fund. TSA is a good and effective policy for the management of petroleum revenue. The article recommends a robust legal and institutional reform to secure its legality, continuity and sustainability. It urges the legislature to review some of the laws and amend the Constitution to entrench TSA in the legal regime.
Kogi State University Law Journal, 2008
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Papers by Peter Chukwuma Obutte
is faced with several challenges. From mergers to
privatisation and even reforms, steps taken to revamp
this industry is yet to yield a welcoming result. The
introduction of the EPSRA 2005 was one of the attempts
taken to solve the numerous problems hindering
the optimal performance of several institutions and
companies involved with the supply of electricity. In this
article, through the use of the doctrinal methodology,
attempts have been made to analyse the electricity
industry of South Africa showing how it has helped in
ensuring stable supply of electricity. It is believed that
there are valuable lessons that can prove to be useful
when applied to the Nigerian Electricity regime. A brief
comparison was carried out with that of Nigeria to
draw lessons that may be useful for policy makers. The
outcome of this comparison has been able to reveal the
loopholes in the Nigerian electricity industry especially
as regards its electricity institutions and companies in
order to combat the poor state of electricity in Nigeria.
is faced with several challenges. From mergers to
privatisation and even reforms, steps taken to revamp
this industry is yet to yield a welcoming result. The
introduction of the EPSRA 2005 was one of the attempts
taken to solve the numerous problems hindering
the optimal performance of several institutions and
companies involved with the supply of electricity. In this
article, through the use of the doctrinal methodology,
attempts have been made to analyse the electricity
industry of South Africa showing how it has helped in
ensuring stable supply of electricity. It is believed that
there are valuable lessons that can prove to be useful
when applied to the Nigerian Electricity regime. A brief
comparison was carried out with that of Nigeria to
draw lessons that may be useful for policy makers. The
outcome of this comparison has been able to reveal the
loopholes in the Nigerian electricity industry especially
as regards its electricity institutions and companies in
order to combat the poor state of electricity in Nigeria.