Modes of Making Interlocutory Applications

Practice questions covering the modes, rules, and limitations of making interlocutory applications in Abuja and Lagos courts as described in the lecture.

What are interlocutory applications (referred to in the transcript as teleportry applications)?

Orders that are made within the pending of a suit to intervene, to stop something from happening, or to make something happen.

Where is an interlocutory application required to be made?

Either in open court or to the judge in chamber.

What are the three modes of making an interlocutory application?

Orally, by motion, and by summons.

Under which rules is a motion brought in Abuja?

Order 30 rule one and thirty one.

Under which rule is a motion brought in Lagos?

Order 43 rule one.

When is a summons used for an interlocutory application?

Where the rules of court provide for it.

Under which rule is interpleader precedence brought in Abuja?

Order 26 Rule five.

Under which rule is interpleader precedence brought in Lagos?

Order 47 Rule two.

What is the general rule regarding the limit to filing applications in a particular suit?

Generally, there is no limit to the number of applications that can be filed.

Under what specific circumstances will an application be struck out?

Where the application is meant to delay proceedings or is frivolous.

How many times can an application for amendments of pleadings be brought during trial in both Abuja and Lagos?

Only twice during trial.

Under which order is an application for amendments of pleadings brought in Abuja?

Order 24 rule one.

Under which order is an application for amendments of pleadings brought in Lagos?

Order 26 rule one.

What is the definition of a motion?

An application, usually in writing, made to the court for an order in terms of the prayers sought in the application.

What are the two types of motion identified in the transcript?

Motion exparte and motion on notice.