FABIYI JCA (Delivering the Lead Ruling): This ruling is sequel to A arguments canvassed in respect of the motion on notice dated 13th July, 2006 and filed on 27th July, 2006. Therein, the 4th appellant/applicant prayed for:
“1. An order allowing the appellant/applicant to withdraw its appellant’s brief dated 9th July, 2003.
An order extending time within which the appellant/ applicant may file and serve a fresh appellant’s brief dated 1st February, 2006.
An order deeming the already filed and served appellant’s brief dated 1st February, 2006 as properly filed and served. An order granting leave to the 4th defendant/appellant/ applicant who is also a cross-respondent to the cross-appeal filed by the 10th - 16th plaintiffs/respondents herein, and extension of time within which to file the cross-respondent’s brief.
An order deeming the already filed and served 4th defendant/cross-respondent’s brief as properly filed and served.
And for such further or other orders as this honourable court …