Constitutional & Human Rights Law – Advocacy, Enforcement of Fundamental Rights, and Public Interest Cases As an activist chamber, human rights advocacy and constitutional litigation form the core of our identity. We believe that the constitution is not merely a legal document but the bedrock of justice, equality, and liberty. At Sambo Muritala & Co, we take pride in advancing the cause of human rights, enforcing fundamental freedoms, and engaging in public interest litigation that has shaped debates around democracy, governance, and accountability.
Our practice in this area has consistently provided legal protection to individuals whose rights have been infringed upon, ranging from unlawful arrests and detentions to breaches of freedom of expression, assembly, and association. We have stood beside journalists, activists, civil society groups, and ordinary citizens in defending their rights against abuses of power. Our past activities include successfully challenging prolonged detentions without trial, securing injunctions against unlawful demolitions, and protecting communities from forced evictions without compensation.

We also play an active role in constitutional interpretation. Nigeria’s evolving democracy often presents gray areas where rights, governance, and institutional powers intersect. Our lawyers have filed and argued constitutional cases before superior courts, contributing to landmark decisions that reinforced the supremacy of the constitution. Whether it is matters involving separation of powers, federalism, or electoral disputes, our team is respected for its boldness and intellectual rigor.
Public interest litigation has been a major avenue through which we demonstrate our activism. We have initiated actions to compel transparency in governance, to challenge discriminatory practices, and to hold duty bearers accountable. For example, we have provided legal backing to grassroots campaigns against policies that disproportionately harmed vulnerable groups, ensuring that voices often ignored find representation at the highest levels of the judiciary.

In addition, our firm conducts sensitization programs and community outreach to educate citizens about their constitutional rights. This proactive engagement ensures that the law serves as both shield and sword for the people.

Core services:
• Fundamental rights applications
• Habeas corpus & unlawful detention claims
• Police accountability & public order litigation
• FOI requests & access to information litigation
• Amicus briefs & law reform submissions

At Sambo Muritala & Co, constitutional and human rights advocacy is not just a practice—it is a mission. We exist to safeguard liberty, promote equality, and strengthen the rule of law in Nigeria. Through litigation, advocacy, and community engagement, we continue to be a stronghold for those seeking justice against oppression and abuse of authority.