Difference between Murder and Manslaughter

Difference between Murder and Manslaughter Murder is unlawful homicide with malice aforethought. Manslaughter is unlawful homicide without malice aforethought. The term aforethought doesn't necessarily imply pre meditation, but implies intention which must necessarily precede the act intended. Amayo v State (2001) 18NWLR (Pt.745) 251