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TRADEMARK REGISTRATION IN NIGERIA: WHY THE RECENT SURGE MATTERS (AND HOW TO DO IT RIGHT)

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Following the widely publicized VDM and B-Lord trademark dispute, there has been a noticeable increase in requests for trademark registration in Nigeria. Business owners, influencers, startups, and brand creators are suddenly taking intellectual property protection very seriously. This shift is not surprising. People often respond to the law only when enforcement becomes visible and consequences are real. […]

HIRE A LAWYER TO DRAFT OR REVIEW A CONTRACT IN NIGERIA: COMPLETE LEGAL GUIDE

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Whether you are preparing a new agreement or about to sign one drafted by another party, involving a lawyer is critical. In Nigeria, many people lose money, property, or business opportunities not because there was no contract, but because the contract was poorly drafted or never properly reviewed. Hiring a lawyer to draft or review a […]

BEYOND THE HEADLINES: LEGAL LESSONS FROM THE REGINA DANIELS AND NED NWOKO’S MARRIAGE

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The public debate over the marriage of Regina Daniels and Ned Nwoko has ignited strong feelings and cultural discussions across Nigeria. Yet, beyond the viral headlines, there is an important legal case study that touches on key aspects of Nigerian family law, including types of marriage, customs, constitutional rights, child protection, sexual consent and property […]

WHY EVERY LANDLORD IN NIGERIA NEEDS A PROPER TENANCY AGREEMENT

Although rewarding, renting out property in Nigeria can quickly turn into a legal nightmare in the absence of a proper tenancy agreement. Many landlords depend on oral agreements or generic templates downloaded from the Internet, only to face disputes, unpaid rent, or refusal of the tenants to vacate the property. A tenancy agreement is more […]

HOW TO DO LEGAL BACKGROUND CHECK ON ANY REAL ESTATE COMPANY IN NIGERIA

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The Nigerian real estate market is among the fastest-growing sectors in Africa. It’s also unfortunately a leading target for scammers posing as developers and brokers, most notably on social media. Millions of Naira are lost to fictitious firms or unregistered real estate scams annually, rendering countless unsuspecting investors penniless. Before you invest in any estate […]

HOW TO VOLUNTARILY WIND UP A COMPANY IN NIGERIA

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In Nigeria, a company can be wound up voluntarily by resolution of its shareholders or compulsorily by an order of court. Voluntary winding up of a company involves the resolution of all its affairs and legal dissolution of the company as a corporate entity. This article addresses voluntary winding up in line with procedures, duties […]

REMEDIES FOR VICTIMS OF ONLINE DEFAMATION AND CYBERBULLYING IN NIGERIA

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The rise of social media and digital platforms has transformed how people connect and share information. Unfortunately, it has also led to an increase in harmful conduct such as online defamation and cyberbullying, which often cause reputational damage, emotional distress, and even financial loss for victims. Unlike traditional forms of defamation, online abuse spreads faster, […]