HOW TO VOLUNTARILY WIND UP A COMPANY IN NIGERIA
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
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, […]
LAW FIRMS IN ABUJA
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DEBT RECOVERY IN NIGERIA: LEGAL FRAMEWORK,PROCEDURES & ENFORCEMENT
Debt recovery is a critical aspect of business as well as personal transactions in Nigeria. Debts may arise from loan agreements, credit sales, supply of goods and services, tenancy or rent agreements, or even court judgments. If a debtor defaults or in any way declines to settle the debt, the creditor risks incurring heavy financial […]
OVERVIEW OF ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING LAWS IN NIGERIA
Money laundering has emerged as a pressing global issue, with criminal actors exploiting financial systems to obscure the origins of illicit funds. In response, Anti-Money Laundering (AML) framework’s comprising laws, regulations and enforcement mechanisms, have been developed to detect, deter and disrupt the laundering of criminal proceeds. These frameworks aim to safe guard the integrity […]
HOW TO GET A COURT ORDER IN NIGERIA
Issuance of Court orders in Nigeria The issuance of a court order in Nigeria depends on the nature and stage of the legal proceeding, and the procedural rules governing such proceedings. A court order can be orally communicated by the judge and subsequently reduced to writing. It is generally a formal order, ruling, or command […]
EMPLOYMENT AND LABOUR LAW FIRM IN ABUJA AND LAGOS
Abuja, Nigeria’s capital city, has evolved at dizzying speed into a thriving hub of business and legal activity. Amongst the numerous law firms practicing in this cosmopolitan environment, Olamide Oyetayo & Co emerges as first choice through sheer expertise and unwavering commitment to Employment and Labour Law. Founded by excellence and the outcome-focused mindset, Olamide […]
INVESTMENT SCAM IN NIGERIA: THE LEGAL REMEDIES
There has been a worrisome rise in fraudulent scams masquerading as finance houses in Nigeria over the years. These schemes have a tendency to lure unsuspecting members of the public with the promise of unusually high Returns on Investment (ROIs), sometimes between 30% and 50%. The rise in the number of these scams is attributed […]
COURT ORDER GUIDE: REVERSING AN ERRONEOUS BANK TRANSFER IN NIGERIA
Mistakes occur—especially in the age of technology. One common error is sending money to an incorrect bank account by mistake. For instance, you are intending to send money to “James,” but actually send it to “Sarah,” someone you do not know. In this case, it may not be easy to get in touch with “Sarah” […]
FREEZING OF BANK ACCOUNTS IN NIGERIA
In the modern digital era, it’s increasingly becoming a norm for innocent people to get caught up in financial fraud investigations — just because suspicious funds were traced to their bank accounts. If you ever get caught up in such a scenario, knowing what to do is important. Below is a guide to assist you […]