Commercial law

SETTING UP A REAL ESTATE COMPANY IN NIGERIA: OPPORTUNITIES,REGULATIONS, AND KEY REQUIREMENTS

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The real estate sector in Nigeria presents a wide range of opportunities, with each one subject to specific regulations. Businesses in this industry range from construction and property development companies, through property management, short-let services, estate surveying and valuation, to real estate agency operations. Of importance is that Nigeria does not restrict foreigners from setting […]

TERMINATION OF CONTRACTS UNDER NIGERIAN LAW

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In the case of most commercial relationships, parties negotiate and agree to terms and conditions, normally captured in a contract. A contract is the oral or written agreement that stipulates rights and obligations of parties enforceable by law. The termination of a contract has been defined as the expiration of the commercial relationship before the […]

HOW TO WRITE A PETITION TO THE EFCC IN NIGERIA

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission is the body in Nigeria responsible for investigating and prosecuting financial crimes, fraud, and corruption. It was established on April 13, 2003, and has since been regarded as an “eagle” in the identification and tackling of fraudulent activities. One of the key ways EFCC operates is by acting upon petitions […]

DIFFERENCE BETWEEN PUBLIC AND PRIVATE COMPANIES IN NIGERIA

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Private and public limited liability companies are the most important forms of business entities in Nigeria, each serving different purposes and operating under different frameworks. This article examines the key features and differences between these two types of companies. Private Companies A private company, under the Companies and Allied Matters Act, is characterized by the […]

REGULATORY COMPLIANCE FOR STARTUPS IN NIGERIA

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Nigeria boasts one of Africa’s most vibrant startup ecosystems, drawing significant attention from both local and global investors. However, for emerging businesses, understanding and adhering to the country’s regulatory framework can be complex. Many startups, especially those unfamiliar with industry-specific requirements, struggle to navigate these legal obligations. While compliance may just sound like a legal […]

GUIDE TO BUYING PROPERTY ON INSTALLMENT IN NIGERIA: STEPS,TIPS AND BEST OPTIONS

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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 […]

GOT AN INVENTION? HERE IS WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT PATENTS IN NIGERIA

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Hey there, inventor! If you’ve come up with something brilliant and want to protect it, you’re in the right place. Let’s talk about patents in Nigeria and how they can help you safeguard your awesome ideas. What’s a Patent, Anyway? Think of a patent as a special shield for your invention. It’s like telling the […]

TERMINATION OF EMPLOYMENT IN NIGERIA

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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 […]