TRADEMARK REGISTRATION IN NIGERIA: WHY THE RECENT SURGE MATTERS (AND HOW TO DO IT RIGHT)
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
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 […]
HOW TO LEGALLY EVICT A NON-PAYING TENANT IN NIGERIA
Of all the frustrations that may befall any landlord, perhaps the most frustrating experience is dealing with a tenant who refuses to pay rent or vacate the property. While it may be tempting to change the locks or throw out their belongings, self-help eviction is illegal in Nigeria and could expose you to civil or […]
HOW TO LEGALLY RECOVER YOUR MONEY OR DEBT IN NIGERIA
If you’re an entrepreneur, you’ve probably had that one customer, or maybe multiple customers, who owes you and provides you with a million excuses. You’ve called, texted, even dropped by their store, and nothing happens. Or maybe you’re a person who lent cash to a friend, colleague, or family member, and now the individual has […]
LIST OF TRADEMARK CLASSES IN NIGERIA
A registered trademark is an identity and distinction that sets apart products of particular providers from those of others in the marketplace and affords the opportunity to benefit from the valuable reputation built over time in course of using the trademark. Trademark applications are arranged according to the description and scope of the type of […]
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SUMMARY OF TAXES APPLICABLE TO COMPANIES IN NIGERIA
Taxes in Nigeria are levied on the individual and companies, and are collected mainly by the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) on behalf of the Federal Government. Some taxes are mandated under the law, including Company Income Tax, Petroleum Profit Tax, Capital Gains Tax, Value Added Tax, Stamp Duties, Personal Income Tax, Withholding Tax, Education […]
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 […]
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” […]