"It is even settled that contempt or committal proceeding no doubt is quasi-criminal proceeding which has the likelihood of affecting the liberty of a citizen. Against this background therefore, the person setting up contempt proceedings must therefore ensure that every step that is necessary is taken and the entire requirements are complied with strictly, Opobiyi v. Muniru [2008] All FWLR (pt. 408) 380; Nya v Edem [2005] All FWLR (pt. 242) 576; F.C.D.A. v. Koripamo - Agary (2010) 14 NWLR (pt.1213) 377, 391-392; Aina v. Jinadu (1992) 4 NWLR (pt.233) 90; Ogaji v. Igonikon - Digbani [2010] 10 NWLR (pt.1202) 298, 306; and Uhunwangbo v. Okojie [1989] 5 NWLR (pt.122) 471, 487" . 

 

 

PER C. C. NWEZE, J.S.C.