By Umar Faruk Birnin Kebbi
A contractual dispute involving a N37 million business agreement took a new turn on Thursday, November 7, 2024, as Kebbi High Court 2 adjourned the hearing to Monday, November 11, 2024. The case, filed by businessman Bashar Ibrahim and four others, alleges a breach of contract by CSP Abdullahi Bala Rano, Officer in Charge of Medical at the Kebbi State Police Command Headquarters.
In July 2024, the court ordered CSP Rano to open his defense, and he presented three witnesses. On Thursday, Rano testified in his own defense and tendered documents as evidence. However, counsel for the plaintiffs, Hussaini Zakariya, SAN, raised concerns about the documents, stating they were new and had not been served to the plaintiffs or the court.
Zakariya requested an adjournment to study the documents and prepare for cross-examination. He also asked the court to order Rano to serve the plaintiffs with exhibits K, Q, R, S, T, U, V, and W.
Counsel for Rano, Barrister Lagalo Dan Lagalo, admitted to not serving the plaintiffs' counsel and agreed to the adjournment. The court granted the request, adjourning the hearing to November 11, 2024, for cross-examination.
This development highlights the complexities of contract disputes and the importance of thorough documentation and communication. In contract law, breaches can occur due to various reasons, including failure to perform, impossibility, or impracticability . The court's decision will provide clarity on the legitimacy of the breach and potential remedies.
As the case unfolds, it remains to be seen how the court will rule on the breach of contract allegations and what consequences CSP Rano may face if found liable.
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