Section 412 of the Criminal Code Act in Nigeria. Entering dwelling‐house with intent to commit felony

Any person who enters or is in the dwelling‐house of another with intent to commit a felony therein, is guilty of a felony and is liable to imprisonment for seven years.

If the offence is committed in the night, the offender is liable to imprisonment for fourteen years.

Section 412 of the Criminal Code Act in Nigeria

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