I & My Laws

Founder in the Storm — I & My Laws

Things feel mixed at the moment. There’s movement in the big picture policy conversations, institutional reforms, civic awareness campaigns, and renewed national optimism. Yet on the ground, for many social impact builders, it is still tight.
As Founder of I & My Laws, this season feels like building at a holding pace. Progress may appear slower, not because the vision is weak or the commitment is lacking, but because the environment itself is still adjusting.

With Nigeria’s general election approaching and political conversations gradually shaping the national space, civic awareness will become even more critical. The economy will feel the weight of political transitions, and citizens will need clarity more than ever. That is where initiatives like I & My Laws must remain steady focused on educating society about rights, responsibilities, governance, and the rule of law.

Building a civic initiative in times like this requires patience. It requires consistency when visibility is low. It requires systems, structure, and belief when applause is absent.
Still, in the middle of all this noise, something real is forming.
A quiet commitment to legal literacy. A steady movement toward informed citizenship. A generation beginning to understand that knowing the law is power.

The Founder of I & My Laws may not always be the loudest voice in the room, but leadership is not about noise — it is about endurance. It is about staying grounded in purpose while others chase trends.
When the political dust settles and the economy stabilizes, those who built with discipline, integrity, and consistency will still be standing.

Maybe that is what it truly means to be a Spartan in civic leadership calm in the storm, focused in uncertainty, and committed to building value that outlives the moment.

Today, the team of I & My Laws had the distinguished privilege of meeting with Dr. Amina Usman Kutigi, the Executive Provost of Fati Lami Abubakar College of Legal and Administrative Studies (FLAILAS), Minna.

The meeting focused on our Civic Engagement Plan under the I & My Laws initiative — a movement dedicated to promoting legal awareness, civic responsibility, and citizens’ understanding of their rights and duties.

We are pleased to share that the Executive Provost not only welcomed the initiative but also assured us of the institution’s collaboration, full support, and official endorsement.

This milestone strengthens our mission to bridge the gap between the law and society, particularly among students and young citizens.
We sincerely appreciate Dr. Amina Usman Kutigi and the entire FLAILAS management for their warm reception and commitment to civic education.
Together, we move forward.

Landlords, Read this Carefully

Police cannot Evict your Tenant because Rent has Expired.

Not because you are tired.

Not because you need a new tenant.

Not because “it is my house.”

Yes it is your house but once you rent it out, the law regulates how you recover it.

When rent expires, the tenant does NOT become a criminal. He becomes a tenant holding over and removal must follow due process.

That means:
🥢 Proper statutory notice
🥢 Notice to quit
🥢 Notice of owner’s intention to recover possession
🥢 Court action
🥢 Court order
🥢 Lawful ex*****on by court officials

Not police intimidation.

Not changing the locks.

Not throwing properties outside.

Not disconnecting water and light.

Self-help eviction can expose a landlord to damages in court.

Ownership gives rights but rights have procedure.

Emotion is not law.

Force is not law.

Court is the only lawful path to eviction.

Landlords, protect your investment the legal way.

Tenants, know your rights but also respect your obligations.

Law protects both sides.
Know the difference.

©️Confidence Aribibia

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Stop doing this at Police Checkpoints

🥢 Arguing aggressively
Shouting “Do you know who I am?” will not save you. It only escalates tension.
Stay calm. Speak respectfully.

🥢 Refusing to identify yourself
You don’t have to be afraid.
Basic identification helps avoid suspicion.
Hostility creates more questions.

🥢 Offering money too quickly
The moment you stretch money out you weaken your position. If you did nothing wrong, stand your ground politely.
Remember Police bail is free.

🥢 Opening your phone carelessly
Know this.
Your phone is private property. Don’t panic and hand it over without understanding why it is being requested.
Calmly ask what the issue is.

🥢 Trying to “prove stubbornness”
Physical resistance is not bravery. It can turn a small situation into a serious charge.

There is a difference between knowing your rights and obstructing an officer. Checkpoint is not where you show power.
It is where you show wisdom.

Stay calm.
Know your rights.
Stay respectful.

©️Confidence Aribibia

When Police are Wrong and how to Respond Legally

Fighting police on the road ruins your case. Timing matters. Many people lose strong cases not because the police were right but because they reacted the wrong way, at the wrong time.

Here’s what the law actually allows and what it forbids.

🥢 Illegal detention what the law allows
Police cannot detain you endlessly.
Detention must be for a reasonable time and for a known offence.
But shouting, dragging uniforms, or blocking patrol vehicles does not free you.
It only creates fresh offences.
👉 The road is not the courtroom.

🥢 Torture & forced confessions
Beating, threats, starvation, or forcing statements is illegal.
Any confession obtained through torture is unreliable and challengeable.
But here’s the truth people hate to hear:
👉 You challenge torture after not during.
Survive the moment. Preserve your case.

🥢 Police asking for money crime or “settlement”?
A police officer demanding money to:
release you
kill a case
look away
…is committing a crime.
But once you willingly “settle” without record,
you weaken your own ability to report later.
👉 Silence today often destroys your complaint tomorrow.

🥢 Police brutality what to do (not during)
During brutality:
✔️ Don’t fight back
✔️ Don’t threaten
✔️ Don’t insult
After:
✔️ Get medical reports
✔️ Take photographs
✔️ Identify officers and station
✔️ Speak to a lawyer immediately
👉 Evidence beats emotion.

🥢 Reporting police where people get it wrong
Many reports fail because people wait too long,
have no evidence, have already settled, added new offences by resisting arrest
The law listens to facts, not anger.

Police officers are not above the law but the law does not reward reckless bravery. Calm compliance today can give you a strong legal victory tomorrow.

Know your rights.
More importantly know how to use them.

©️Confidence Aribibia

You Can Be Arrested Without Police “Inviting” You First

No fight.
No petition.
No warning.

If a court summons you and you ignore it, a judge can issue a Bench Warrant.

At that point, it is no longer “please come.”
It becomes “bring that person before the court.”

Under Section 6 of the 1999 Constitution of Nigeria (as amended), judicial powers are vested in the courts. That power includes compelling attendance through a summons or subpoena.

A subpoena is not a suggestion.
It is a lawful command.
When you disobey it, the court can order your arrest to enforce its authority. The police are only carrying out the judge’s directive.

Court is not optional.
Ignoring it does not cancel it.
Remember: Ignorance of the law is not an excuse.

Yusuf Ibrahim
Founder, I & My Laws

My greatest joy today was meeting my former class teacher, who is now the Principal of Government Girls Day Secondary School.

She said to me:
“Yusuf, seeing you organise initiatives like this is not a surprise to me. I knew from day one that you care about people and value learning. You will go far wherever you find yourself. Keep it up I & My Laws shall go global.”

Those words meant everything to me.
Sometimes, the people who saw your beginning understand your journey better than anyone else.

Today, I am reminded that consistency, compassion, and commitment never go unnoticed.
The vision continues.

Yusuf Ibrahim
Founder, I & My Laws

SENSITIZATION OUTREACH REPORT – I & MY LAWS

Today, our sensitization journey successfully reached Government Day Secondary School, Bosso Road, Minna, Niger State, as well as Government Girls Day Secondary School.
At both schools, we delivered impactful sessions on the topic: “Becoming a Responsible Citizen Early.”

The students were enlightened on the importance of developing good character, discipline, respect for the rule of law, and active participation in nation-building. They were reminded that they are the leaders of tomorrow and that responsible citizenship begins now.

The sessions were interactive and inspiring, with students showing keen interest and enthusiasm throughout the discussions. Our team performed exceptionally well in communicating the core values of civic responsibility and legal awareness.

The management of the schools expressed sincere appreciation for our visit and commended the initiative of I & My Laws. They further indicated their interest in hosting us again, particularly for extended sessions on civil and legal awareness.

We remain committed to advocating for civic education, legal awareness, and youth empowerment across our communities.

I & My Laws – Advocacy, Awareness, Impact

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