THE RIGHT TO OWN PROPERTY AND THE GOVERNOR/FCT MINISTER’S POWER OF REVOCATION IN NIGERIA: A LEGAL PERSPECTIVE
A right to acquire and own property is enshrined in the Constitution and thus forms one of the strong foundations of Nigerian legal and social systems. Every Nigerian citizen has, by this right, the capability to acquire and hold an immovable property, such as land or buildings, anywhere in the country. This right, however, is […]
EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP AND TERMINATION IN NIGERIA: COMPLETE GUIDE TO LABOUR LAWS AND EMPLOYMENT RIGHTS
The employment relationship, by definition, determined through the interaction between employer and employee, provides a basis for situations of all terminations. This relationship in itself is birthed through a contract of employment-either in writing or oral-whereto one party agrees to employ the other, the latter agreeing to his provision as an employee. While the employer […]
UNDERSTANDING THE EXPATRIATE QOUTA SYSTEM IN NIGERIA
The expatriate quota system is an important component of Nigeria’s immigration framework, put in place to regulate the flow of foreign nationals seeking gainful employment in the country. It ensures that expatriates are employed in industries requiring specialized skills while reserving opportunities for Nigerian citizens. This balances the usage of foreign expertise with the nurturing […]
GUIDE TO BUYING PROPERTY ON INSTALLMENT IN NIGERIA: STEPS,TIPS AND BEST OPTIONS
In 1999, one Femi, a landowner, sold five plots of land in Lekki Phase 1 to one Mayowa, an investor, for 15 million Naira with an outstanding balance of 10 million Naira due after twelve months. Possession was delivered to Investor Mayowa. He commenced developing one plot. Despite Femi’s repeated demands for the balance, for […]
CONDITIONS FOR LEGAL GUARDIANSHIP IN NIGERIA
Legal guardianship in Nigeria is one of the quickest ways to ensure care and custody for a child when the parents are not in a position to provide for the child due to financial constraint or any other reason. Legal guardianship entails an arrangement for the care, custody, and welfare of a child under the […]
CONSUMER RIGHTS AND PROTECTION UNDER NIGERIA’S FEDERAL COMPETITION AND CONSUMER PROTECTION ACT 2018: KEY INSIGHTS
E-commerce is experiencing an unparalleled growth rate in Nigeria, and this has consequently brought ease and convenience to consumers; however, such growth at an increasing rate has generated concern that online vendors would easily fall into committing infractions under the FCCPA, 2018-an Act that protects the rights of consumers and ensures fair competition. The FCCPA […]
TERMINATION OF EMPLOYMENT IN NIGERIA
Termination of employment is always a sensitive and relatively complex issue between employer and employee. Being an employer or employee, especially in the case of either, requires the awareness of the legal arrangement put in place for such regulation to keep you within the requirements of the law and undertake all measures for protection of […]
ESSENTIAL GUIDE FOR FOREIGN INVESTORS: HOW TO REPATRIATE CAPITAL AND PROFITS IN NIGERIA SUCCESSFULLY
Generally, repatriation is a term referring to the return of people, assets, or cultural artifacts to their country of origin. In finance, repatriation involves the conversion of foreign-earned income into the home country’s currency. It would, therefore, represent the instance when a business or an individual is returning money back to the home country, which […]
RENT INCREMENT IN NIGERIA: WHAT TENANTS AND LANDLORDS MUST KNOW
It is always a point of dispute between landlord and tenant in Nigeria whenever increment in rent arises. While the landlord may seem justified to increase rent, perhaps by increased cost or other factors, the tenants usually are oblivious of their rights whenever such changes present themselves. This article discusses, among other things, how a […]
CORPORATE COMPLIANCE IN NIGERIA: ESSENTIAL GUIDELINES AND LEGAL REQUIREMENTS FOR BUSINESSES
For businesses aiming to thrive in Nigeria’s business landscape, understanding and adhering to the country’s regulatory environment is critical. Navigating the array of laws, guidelines, and directives issued by government bodies and regulatory authorities is referred to as regulatory compliance. Below is an in-depth overview of the regulatory compliance process for companies operating in Nigeria: […]