Received English law constitutes one of the sources of Nigerian law. Which of the following instruments is the primary legislation that governs the application of English law in Nigeria at the federal level?

The Interpretation Act, Cap I23, LFN 2004 is the primary federal legislation that governs the reception of English law in Nigeria. Section 32 of the Interpretation Act provides that the common law of England, the doctrines of equity, and statutes of general application that were in force in England on January 1, 1900, shall be applicable in Nigeria insofar as local jurisdiction and circumstances permit. This cutoff date of 1 January 1900 is a critical feature of received English law in Nigeria.