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Facts
Cited for the point that is any wrong or corrupt motive, or using the occasion for an indirect purpose.
Issue
What is express malice?
Held
Express malice is any wrong or corrupt motive, or using the occasion for an indirect purpose.
Principle
Express malice is any wrong or corrupt motive, or using the occasion for an indirect purpose.
Why it matters
Nigerian Supreme Court on malice.
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Bakare v Ibrahim (Lanbuk) <https://www.lanbuk.com/llb/torts/cases/bakare-v-ibrahim> accessed 31 October 2026
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