@article{2018:lakai:preliminar, title = {Preliminary Investigation by the Public Prosecutor in Nigeria: Obstacles and Challenges in Bringing a Charge Against Individuals due to their Social Class or Ethnic Origin.}, year = {2018}, note = {Criminal cases in Nigeria, unlike civil cases are preceded by investigation. A good and thorough investigation unravels facts that would support the conviction of an accused person. In Nigeria, the process of investigation is usually undermined by a lot of obstacles and challenges which include: political interference, Ethnic bias etc. This article analyzed the process of investigation, indentified these obstacles and challenges as well as proffered solutions to them}, journal = {KAS African Law Study Library}, pages = {4--14}, author = {Lakai, Lohya Ibrahim}, volume = {5}, number = {1} }