RENT INCREASE IN NIGERIA: WHAT LANDLORDS AND TENANTS NEED TO KNOW
Rent Increase in Nigeria: What Landlords and Tenants Need to Know Rent increases are a common feature of the landlord-tenant relationship in Nigeria. Landlords may periodically review the rent payable on residential and commercial properties due to changes in market conditions, inflation, property values, maintenance costs and other economic factors. However, disputes often arise when […]
HOW TO RECOVER STOLEN OR FRAUDULENTLY SOLD LAND IN NIGERIA
A Complete Legal Guide for Property Owners in Nigeria, the UK, USA & Canada You paid for your land. You have receipts. You may even have a deed. And yet you have just discovered that someone, a fraudster, a dishonest relative, a corrupt agent, or a crooked developer has sold your land to a third […]
WHY EVERY LANDLORD IN NIGERIA NEEDS A PROPER TENANCY AGREEMENT
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 […]
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 […]
SOLE CUSTODY OF A CHILD IN NIGERIA
The notion of sole custody is indispensable for parents who want to make decisions concerning their child’s welfare without involving another parent. In the case of sole custody, one is granted the exclusive legal and physical rights over the child by the court. This article examines the applicable law and processes involved in the grant […]
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE FOR STARTUPS IN NIGERIA
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 […]
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 […]
LEGAL PROCESS FOR CHILD ADOPTION IN NIGERIA
Adoption allows children who will not be raised by their biological parents to legally become part of another family, while maintaining their genetic and emotional ties to their original parents. While some view having children as a divine mandate, others either cannot conceive due to biological reasons or personal choice, making adoption a viable option. […]
NIGERIAN MUSIC COPYRIGHT LAWS:BALANCING ARTISTS RIGHTS WITH DIGITAL STREAMING SERVICES
The Nigerian music industry has witnessed significant growth, driven largely by digital technology. This expansion, while advantageous, has introduced complex legal challenges, particularly in the realm of copyright protection for artists and record labels. The digital format’s ease of replication, manipulation, reproduction, and dissemination complicates the enforcement of copyright laws. As digital streaming services become […]
LEGAL DUE DILIGENCE PROCEDURES IN NIGERIA
Legal due diligence in Nigeria involves thoroughly reviewing, investigating, and evaluating all legal risks associated with a target company before finalizing a business transaction, investment, or purchase of real estate. This due diligence process includes searching relevant locations, documents, and interviewing employees to uncover any liabilities related to the deal. Conducting comprehensive due diligence […]