31/03/2021
TODAY I WANT US TO TALK ABOUT A WILL
A WILL is an expression of a wish of a dead person on how he would wish his properties to be distributed upon his death.
A WILL can either be 'written' or 'oral' .
WRITTEN WILL can take any form i.e it doesn't have a specific format.
A WILL can also be written on any material even on leaves so long as it is visible.
WRITTEN WILL will only be valid/accepted by Court for use if it has the following components:-
1. If it is signed by the author.
2.If it is witnessed by atleast 2 competent adults (person of age and sound mind)NB: The witnesses must sign in the presence of author.
NOTE:It is important to leave a will as this would be the best way to avoid disputes on the mode of distribution.
I will tackle the ORAL WILL in my next post.
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