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BUSINESS & COMPANY REGISTRATION IN NIGERIA – 2023

Business registration in Nigeria is a central process done through a federal commission. The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) was established by virtue of the Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA) 2020 to regulate the formation and operations of companies in Nigeria, the commission oversees the registration of companies & businesses and post-incorporation matters. The most [...]

By |September 30th, 2023|Business Formation, Business Operation & Licenses|Comments Off on BUSINESS & COMPANY REGISTRATION IN NIGERIA – 2023

PROCEDURE FOR WRITING A WILL IN NIGERIA

Writing a will in Nigeria involves key requirements and consideration of various laws governing the administration of the estate of a deceased person. The person writing a will is generally known as a testator. A will gives the testator the opportunity to have some control over his estate even after his demise, secure the interest [...]

By |August 17th, 2023|Family Law, Legal Services|Comments Off on PROCEDURE FOR WRITING A WILL IN NIGERIA

THE IMPORTANCE AND LOCATIONS FOR BVN ENROLLMENT

BANK VERIFICATION NUMBER (BVN) IN NIGERIA The enrollment of a Bank Verification Number (BVN) is an essential process that plays a significant role in the Nigerian banking sector. BVN is a unique identification system introduced by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to curb fraud, enhance security, and ensure a smooth working financial transaction. The [...]

By |July 27th, 2023|Business Operation & Licenses|Comments Off on THE IMPORTANCE AND LOCATIONS FOR BVN ENROLLMENT

TYPES OF LAND DOCUMENTS IN NIGERIA – BRIEF OVERVIEW

There are various types of land documents in Nigeria. Land documents in Nigeria essentially refer to the various legal instruments or documents that are used to establish, transfer, and convey land or ownership rights in Nigeria. These documents are important for ensuring that land transactions are conducted legally and that the rights of both buyers [...]

By |May 28th, 2023|Real Estate Law|Comments Off on TYPES OF LAND DOCUMENTS IN NIGERIA – BRIEF OVERVIEW

Steps for Buying property in Lagos Nigeria

Buying property in Lagos Nigeria involves various important steps to ensure the process is completed and good title has been passed from the sellers to the buyers. Some of the steps that must be followed must essentially be carried out by legal practitioners because only lawyers can diligently search a property title, draft necessary transfer [...]

By |May 20th, 2023|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Steps for Buying property in Lagos Nigeria

LAWS GOVERNING MONEY LENDING COMPANIES IN NIGERIA

MONEY LENDING REGULATIONS IN NIGERIA The primary law governing money lending in Nigeria is the Money Lenders Law of various states, which set out the licensing requirements and regulations for money lenders operating within the state. The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) also regulates money lending activities in Nigeria and protects the rights [...]

By |April 10th, 2023|Business Operation & Licenses, Finance|Comments Off on LAWS GOVERNING MONEY LENDING COMPANIES IN NIGERIA

Overview of Foreign Ownerships of a Company in Nigeria

Foreigner ownership of Nigerian companies refers to the ownership of a company registered in Nigeria by non-Nigerian individuals or entities. It is possible for foreign investors to own all or part of a Nigerian company, subject to the regulations and restrictions set by the Nigerian government. Foreign ownership of Nigerian companies is regulated by the [...]

By |April 10th, 2023|Business Formation, Business Operation & Licenses, Corporate Matters|Comments Off on Overview of Foreign Ownerships of a Company in Nigeria

PROCEDURE FOR BUYING PROPERTY IN LAGOS NIGERIA

Buying property in Lagos, Nigeria can be a complex process, but it can be broken down into several steps: Determine your budget: The first step in buying a property in Lagos is to determine your budget. Lagos is one of the most expensive cities in Nigeria, and property prices can vary widely depending on the [...]

By |April 9th, 2023|Real Estate Law|Comments Off on PROCEDURE FOR BUYING PROPERTY IN LAGOS NIGERIA

Overview of Lithium Mining & Buying License in Nigeria

LITHIUM LICENSE IN NIGERIA Lithium mining is a growing industry in Nigeria, and the government has recently issued permits to allow companies to begin mining operations. The Nigerian government has identified lithium as a strategic mineral and is keen to develop the industry in order to benefit from its potential economic benefits.   Exploration for [...]

By |March 5th, 2023|Business Operation & Licenses|Comments Off on Overview of Lithium Mining & Buying License in Nigeria

THE REQUIREMENTS FOR FCCPC REGISTRATION FOR DIGITAL & MONEY LENDING COMPANIES IN NIGERIA

 FCCPC REGISTRATION FOR DIGITAL LENDING COMPANIES The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) is the regulatory authority responsible for, among other things, the administration and enforcement of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Act 2018 (the Act).  Recently the FCCPC, NITDA (National Information Technology Development Agency) together with other federal agencies have been looking [...]

By |December 13th, 2022|Business Operation & Licenses|Comments Off on THE REQUIREMENTS FOR FCCPC REGISTRATION FOR DIGITAL & MONEY LENDING COMPANIES IN NIGERIA

KEY PROVISIONS OF THE NIGERIAN ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING ACT 2022

Money laundering is the process of concealing the origin of money, obtained from illicit activities such as drug trafficking, corruption, and embezzlement by converting it into a legitimate source. It is a crime in many jurisdictions with varying definitions. It is usually a key operation of organized crime. In Nigeria, the Money Laundering (Prevention and [...]

By |August 28th, 2022|Business Operation & Licenses, Criminal Matters|Comments Off on KEY PROVISIONS OF THE NIGERIAN ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING ACT 2022

OVERVIEW OF BUSINESS PERMIT AND EXPATRIATE QUOTA IN NIGERIA

Business Permits and other necessary licenses must be obtained by any foreign-owned company for a seamless business operation in Nigeria. In addition to obtaining a business permit, any foreigner wishing to work as an employee or control a company in Nigeria must also obtain an Expatriate Quota through the company for that purpose. Both the [...]

By |August 28th, 2022|Business Formation, Business Operation & Licenses|Comments Off on OVERVIEW OF BUSINESS PERMIT AND EXPATRIATE QUOTA IN NIGERIA

OVERVIEW OF THE NATIONAL HOUSING FUNDING (NHF) SCHEME IN NIGERIA

NHF CONTRIBUTIONS SCHEME IN NIGERIA National Housing Funding (NHF) is a Federal Government scheme that entitles Nigerians in paid employment and above 21 years to cater to their housing needs. This scheme was established by the virtue of the NHF Act of 1992. According to the NHF Act, all Nigerian employees and income earners, whether [...]

By |July 7th, 2022|Finance, Real Estate Law|Comments Off on OVERVIEW OF THE NATIONAL HOUSING FUNDING (NHF) SCHEME IN NIGERIA

PROCEDURE TO OBTAIN A POLICE CLEARANCE CERTIFICATE IN NIGERIA

Most times individuals in Nigeria or even outside of Nigeria may need to obtain a police character certificate for different reasons or purposes. However, the most common reason for obtaining a police character certificate is for immigration or travel purpose. In this article, we would briefly discuss the Police Character Certificate in Nigeria and the [...]

By |July 6th, 2022|Uncategorized|Comments Off on PROCEDURE TO OBTAIN A POLICE CLEARANCE CERTIFICATE IN NIGERIA

OVERVIEW OF DIVORCE RULES IN NIGERIA

LAWS OF DIVORCE IN NIGERIA Divorce is a legal means of bringing a statutory marriage to an end through the court system and for a marriage to undergo divorce proceedings in the High Court, such marriage must be one of those governed by the Matrimonial Causes Act LFN 2004 (the Act), such as marriages conducted [...]

By |June 12th, 2022|Family Law|Comments Off on OVERVIEW OF DIVORCE RULES IN NIGERIA

SEC ISSUES NEW REGULATIONS ON CRYPTOCURRENCIES IN NIGERIA

The Securities Exchange Commission (SEC) of Nigeria has recently released new rules regarding the issuance, exchange and custody of digital assets (i.e digital token that represents assets such as debt or equity claim on the issuer) in Nigeria. Digital assets here refer to all types of crypto assets. The rules shall apply to all issuers [...]

By |June 12th, 2022|Business Operation & Licenses|Comments Off on SEC ISSUES NEW REGULATIONS ON CRYPTOCURRENCIES IN NIGERIA

HOW TO START A BUSINESS IN NIGERIA AS A FOREIGNER

HOW TO START A BUSINESS IN NIGERIA  In Nigeria, foreign investments have been a great boost to the economy. It is to be noted that Nigeria operates a free market economy hence, there are no restrictions on foreigners starting a business in Nigeria subject to the fulfilment of certain requirements. We shall briefly explain the [...]

By |June 12th, 2022|Business Formation, Business Operation & Licenses|Comments Off on HOW TO START A BUSINESS IN NIGERIA AS A FOREIGNER

HOW TO CALCULATE PAYE TAX IN NIGERIA

Personal Income Tax (PIT) is a tax imposed on individuals including employees, partners in a partnership, unincorporated trusts, joint ventures, families and communities. It is imposed based on source and residency rules. The two key legislation are the Personal Income Tax Amendment Act 2011 (PITAM) and Finance Act 2020. Personal Income Tax in Nigeria is [...]

By |May 29th, 2022|Taxation|Comments Off on HOW TO CALCULATE PAYE TAX IN NIGERIA

HOW TO REGISTER A BUSINESS IN NIGERIA – 2023

HOW TO REGISTER A BUSINESS IN NIGERIA Business/ company registration in Nigeria is the first step required to commence a business in Nigeria. The commission in charge of company regulations is the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), which was established by virtue of the Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA) to regulate the formations and operations [...]

By |April 18th, 2022|Business Formation|Comments Off on HOW TO REGISTER A BUSINESS IN NIGERIA – 2023

HOW TO RENOUNCE CITIZENSHIP IN NIGERIA

HOW TO RENOUNCE A NIGERIAN CITIZENSHIP A citizen is a person who, by place of birth, nationality of one or both parents, or naturalization is granted full rights and responsibilities as a member of a nation or political community, Citizenship is a relationship between an individual and a state to which the individual owes allegiance and [...]

By |April 17th, 2022|Immigration|Comments Off on HOW TO RENOUNCE CITIZENSHIP IN NIGERIA

How to Enforce Arbitral Awards in Nigeria

Arbitration has been globally accepted as an amicable dispute settlement mechanism. Over the years, arbitration has attained a high level of influence as an effective mechanism for resolving commercial and trade disputes in the Nigerian justice system. The reason for this is not farfetched as arbitration by its nature is relatively faster in the dispensation [...]

By |March 27th, 2022|Arbitration|Comments Off on How to Enforce Arbitral Awards in Nigeria

HOW TO INVESTIGATE TITLE TO LAND IN LAGOS

HOW TO INVESTIGATE PROPERTY TITLE IN LAGOS NIGERIA Investigation of title to land is the process of confirming the title of the vendor or owner of the land as deduced by him. The aim of the investigation is to know if the title to the land is defective and ascertain if the land has a [...]

By |March 27th, 2022|Real Estate Law|Comments Off on HOW TO INVESTIGATE TITLE TO LAND IN LAGOS

CRYPTOCURRENCY TRADING IS NOT ILLEGAL IN NIGERIA – COURT RULED

A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, in a Ruling delivered by Justice Taiwo O. Taiwo on 18th October 2021, has held that the Central Bank of Nigeria circular, referenced as BSD/DIR/PUB/LAB/014/001 of February 5, 2021, is not a law and the CBN lacks the requisite authority to declare the trading of Cryptocurrency illegal by [...]

By |November 3rd, 2021|Business Operation & Licenses|Comments Off on CRYPTOCURRENCY TRADING IS NOT ILLEGAL IN NIGERIA – COURT RULED

PROCEDURE FOR SPECIAL IMMIGRANT STATUS FOR A FOREIGN HUSBAND OF A NIGERIAN WIFE

SIS APPROVAL FOR FOR FOREIGN SPOUSE OF A NIGERIA WIFE Special Immigrant Status(SIS) is the approval given to foreigners that are married to Nigerian Women for the purpose of residing in Nigeria. A Foreigner married to a Nigerian woman is entitled to a Special Immigrant Status in Nigeria whereby such a foreigner can be eligible [...]

By |October 12th, 2021|Immigration|Comments Off on PROCEDURE FOR SPECIAL IMMIGRANT STATUS FOR A FOREIGN HUSBAND OF A NIGERIAN WIFE

CBN States the Advantages of eNaira, as it Launches eNaira on October 1st

 Advantages of eNaira Central Bank Launches E-Currency in Nigeria  The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has told financial institutions in the country that eNaira is not a subtle scheme to take away bank customers. It said the plan is to grant access to more financially excluded people. The regulator said this in details published on the website [...]

By |September 28th, 2021|Finance|Comments Off on CBN States the Advantages of eNaira, as it Launches eNaira on October 1st

SUMMARY OF FEATURES OF PETROLEUM INDUSTRY ACT 2021

The Petroleum industry Act (PIA) was officially signed into law on the 16 of August 2021 by the President of Nigeria. The Act provides for legal, governance, regulatory and fiscal framework for the Nigerian Petroleum Industry and development of Host Communities and related matters. It contains 5 Chapters, 319 Sections and, 8 Schedules dealing with [...]

By |September 11th, 2021|Oil & Gas|Comments Off on SUMMARY OF FEATURES OF PETROLEUM INDUSTRY ACT 2021

TYPES OF LAND TITLES IN NIGERIA & DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR LAND PURCHASE

LAND TITLES IN LAGOS NIGERIA The first important thing to note is that every land is owned by the state government, this is in accordance with the Land Use Act 1978. The government leases any land purchased for a period of 99 years after which such title can be renewed by the owner. A land [...]

By |August 22nd, 2021|Real Estate Law|Comments Off on TYPES OF LAND TITLES IN NIGERIA & DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR LAND PURCHASE

HOW TO FILE COMPLAINTS AGAINST POLICEMEN| DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES AGAINST POLICE OFFICERS IN NIGERIA

The Nigerian Police Service Commission was established under Section 153 of the Nigerian constitution and the Police Service Commission Establishment Act of 2001. The commission is an oversight body over the Nigeria Police Force. It has the power to appoint, promote and discipline all police officers of the Nigerian Police Force except the Inspector General [...]

By |August 18th, 2021|Legal Services|Comments Off on HOW TO FILE COMPLAINTS AGAINST POLICEMEN| DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES AGAINST POLICE OFFICERS IN NIGERIA

THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN A BUSINESS NAME AND A COMPANY LIMITED BY SHARES

New business owners often have a lot of questions about the difference between a registered business name and an incorporated company limited by shares and which of these best suit their business needs. In light of this fact, some of the differences between a business name and a company limited by liability will be briefly [...]

OVERVIEW OF PRODUCT LIABILITY IN NIGERIA

The Nigerian product liability law, as it currently stands, is still anchored on the fault-based principle as formulated in the case of Donoghue v Stevenson. For a product liability claim, a claimant must be able to prove the following elements of negligence; duty of care, breach of duty, and causation resulting in damages before he [...]

By |August 7th, 2021|Uncategorized|Comments Off on OVERVIEW OF PRODUCT LIABILITY IN NIGERIA

CBN BANS SALE OF FOREX TO BDCs, SUSPENDS ISSUANCE OF BDC LICENSE

The Central Bank of Nigeria says it has ended the sales of forex to Bureau De Change operators, saying the parallel market has become a conduit for illicit forex flows and graft. The bank said it will also no longer process applications for BDC licences in the country. Weekly sales of foreign exchange by the CBN will [...]

By |July 27th, 2021|Corporate Matters, News & Updates|Comments Off on CBN BANS SALE OF FOREX TO BDCs, SUSPENDS ISSUANCE OF BDC LICENSE

10 KEY FACTS AND BENEFITS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT TRADEMARK REGISTRATION

10 KEY FACTS & BENEFITS YOU MUST KNOW ABOUT TRADEMARK REGISTRATION IN NIGERIA The government agency in charge of trademark registration in Nigeria is the Trademarks, Patents and Designs Registry, Commercial Law Department of the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. The trademark registration can be done through [...]

By |July 16th, 2021|Intellectual Property|Comments Off on 10 KEY FACTS AND BENEFITS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT TRADEMARK REGISTRATION

DEED OF PARTITION IN NIGERIA

DEED OF PARTITION A valid question that may arise from the legal implications of joint ownership is when the joint owners decide to severe their interest in the property? The answer is Positive. Joint owners may apply to the court to partition the property where there has been a persistent refusal by one or more [...]

By |July 11th, 2021|Real Estate Law|Comments Off on DEED OF PARTITION IN NIGERIA

12 KEY FACTS ABOUT OPENING A COMPANY & BANK ACCOUNT IN NIGERIA

12 FACTS YOU MUST KNOW BEFORE  A COMPANY REGISTRATION & BANK ACCOUNT OPENING IN NIGERIA Registering a company is the first step toward doing business in Nigeria. There are important facts every person intending to register a company in Nigeria must be aware of. Below are 12 key facts about company registration in Nigeria The [...]

OVERVIEW OF CAC SHARE CAPITAL THRESHOLD FOR COMPANY REGISTRATION

CAC SHARE CAPITAL THRESHOLD FOR COMPANY REGISTRATION ON NIGERIA Persons interested in registering a company in certain industries and economic sectors in Nigeria are required by statutes and other regulations to have a minimum share capital threshold before such a company can be registered and deemed eligible to carry on business in those industries. The [...]

By |July 3rd, 2021|Business Formation, Corporate Matters|Comments Off on OVERVIEW OF CAC SHARE CAPITAL THRESHOLD FOR COMPANY REGISTRATION

GUIDE TO HIRE LAW FIRMS & LAWYERS IN NIGERIA

Lawyers and law firms are traditionally hired to render legal services. Most lawyers in Lagos Nigeria offer legal services and may also serve as attorneys and representatives to various persons in both corporate and commercial matters. In considering how to hire a lawyer in Lagos Nigeria, many factors must be considered. In Nigeria, lawyers may [...]

By |June 27th, 2021|Legal Services|Comments Off on GUIDE TO HIRE LAW FIRMS & LAWYERS IN NIGERIA

HOW TO REGISTER A TECH COMPANY IN NIGERIA

A tech company intending to carry out technological operations in Nigeria is required to be registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), which is the principal regulatory body that regulates the registration of all business structures in Nigeria. There are different business structures available to register a tech company in Nigeria and each business structure [...]

By |June 27th, 2021|Business Formation|Comments Off on HOW TO REGISTER A TECH COMPANY IN NIGERIA

BRIEF OVERVIEW ON ELIGIBILITY LETTER FROM THE FEDERAL MINISTRY OF EDUCATION NIGERIA

Persons intending to travel to a country outside Nigeria for study or work purposes are sometimes required to attest or authenticate their academic and professional certificates and obtain a letter of eligibility for admission to higher education. The body tasked with the duty of carrying out this attestation is the Evaluation and Accreditation Division of [...]

By |June 12th, 2021|Legal Services|Comments Off on BRIEF OVERVIEW ON ELIGIBILITY LETTER FROM THE FEDERAL MINISTRY OF EDUCATION NIGERIA

REQUIREMENTS FOR IMPORTATION OF ELECTRIC POWER GENERATOR IN NIGERIA

Generator importation requires an import permit from the Nigeria Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC). The Nigeria Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) is an independent regulatory body with the authority to supervise Nigeria's electricity industry The main purpose of establishing NERC is to supervise the electricity prices of government-owned or controlled power generation companies and any other power [...]

By |June 11th, 2021|Business Operation & Licenses|Comments Off on REQUIREMENTS FOR IMPORTATION OF ELECTRIC POWER GENERATOR IN NIGERIA

CBN REQUIREMENTS FOR FINTECH & PAYMENT SOLUTION LICENCE IN NIGERIA 2021

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) being the regulatory body saddled with the statutory duty of administering the affairs of the financial activities in Nigeria in fulfilment of its duties published the new requirements to obtain a licence to operate a Financial Technology (Fintech) Company in Nigeria on May 24, 2021. Pursuant to the new [...]

By |June 10th, 2021|Corporate Matters|Comments Off on CBN REQUIREMENTS FOR FINTECH & PAYMENT SOLUTION LICENCE IN NIGERIA 2021

RIGHTS OF A LEGAL WIFE TO FAMILY PROPERTIES IN DIVORCE

The Nigerian system recognizes three types of marriages, which are statutory marriage; customary marriage; and Islamic marriage. Under the customary and Islamic marriages, the right to a woman to acquire and own property was subject to the consent and control of their husbands, as women are often regarded as subordinates to their husbands and as [...]

By |June 7th, 2021|Family Law|Comments Off on RIGHTS OF A LEGAL WIFE TO FAMILY PROPERTIES IN DIVORCE

GUIDE TO RENTING AN APARTMENT IN LEKKI LAGOS AND OTHER PARTS OF NIGERIA

Renting an apartment in Lagos is one of the most tasking time-consuming experiences. Lekki is one of the high brow and expensive areas in Lagos State with prospective residential, commercial and agricultural locations. Before renting an apartment in Lagos, it is important to conduct due diligence on the apartment to be rented, the landlord, the [...]

By |May 29th, 2021|Real Estate Law|Comments Off on GUIDE TO RENTING AN APARTMENT IN LEKKI LAGOS AND OTHER PARTS OF NIGERIA

SUMMARY OF DIFFERENCE BETWEEN CONTRACT OF SALE AND DEED OF ASSIGNMENT

Contract of sale and deed of assignment are both documents used in real estate-related transactions in Nigeria. Although they are both used in property transactions the difference between both documents can be derived from their distinctive features and the role they each individually play in the acquisition of title to landed properties in Nigeria. Generally, there [...]

By |May 22nd, 2021|Real Estate Law|Comments Off on SUMMARY OF DIFFERENCE BETWEEN CONTRACT OF SALE AND DEED OF ASSIGNMENT

APPRAISAL OF JOINT OWNERSHIP OF PROPERTY UNDER NIGERIA LAW

Joint ownership of property implies that there are two or more persons who contributed resources to purchase and own title to a landed property for residential, commercial, or industrial purposes as a way of resident or investment or jointly inherited or jointly gifted. The common situation of joint ownership of property is when married couples [...]

By |May 9th, 2021|Family Law|Comments Off on APPRAISAL OF JOINT OWNERSHIP OF PROPERTY UNDER NIGERIA LAW

PROCEDURE FOR STRIKING OFF A DEFUNCT COMPANY IN NIGERIA

Under the Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA) 2020, the owners of a defunct company may apply for striking OFF a defunct company from the Nigerian company register provided such a defunct company that has not commenced business and has no undischarged obligations A defunct company under the Companies and Allied Matters Act is; A [...]

By |May 2nd, 2021|Corporate Matters|Comments Off on PROCEDURE FOR STRIKING OFF A DEFUNCT COMPANY IN NIGERIA

PROCEDURE FOR PRIVATE PLACEMENT IN NIGERIA

The general methods by which a Company’s securities can be offered to the public in Nigeria are through; Direct offer to the public, Offer for sale, Placing, Right issue, and Private placement. We shall briefly examine the procedure for private placement in Nigeria. A private placement is a method of offering shares by a public [...]

By |April 17th, 2021|Capital Market Operators, Corporate Matters|Comments Off on PROCEDURE FOR PRIVATE PLACEMENT IN NIGERIA

HOW TO START A PRIVATE LENDING COMPANY IN NIGERIA

A private lending company is a company engaged in consumer and commercial money lending operations in Nigeria. This means the business of giving customers a loan with the agreement that it will be paid at a later agreed date with interest rates accrued on it. Private lending companies are subject to the regulation of the [...]

By |April 3rd, 2021|Business Formation, Legal Services|Comments Off on HOW TO START A PRIVATE LENDING COMPANY IN NIGERIA

HOW TO PREPARE DEED OF ASSIGNMENT IN LAGOS NIGERIA

A deed of assignment is the legal instrument prepared and drafted by a lawyer of an assignor (seller) or assignee (buyer) upon the negotiation and completion of a sale of the land transaction. It is used to transfer legal title and ownership to land from the assignor to the assignee for a consideration paid and [...]

By |March 13th, 2021|Real Estate Law|Comments Off on HOW TO PREPARE DEED OF ASSIGNMENT IN LAGOS NIGERIA

HOW TO APPEAL A JUDGEMENT IN NIGERIA

Appealing a judgment is simply to invite a higher Court than the Court that adjudicated and gave judgment on a matter, to find out whether the lower Court arrived at a correct decision after evaluating and considering the facts before it and the applicable laws. This article seeks to give an overview of appeal and [...]

By |February 21st, 2021|Litigation|Comments Off on HOW TO APPEAL A JUDGEMENT IN NIGERIA

OVERVIEW OF DEED OF ASSENT IN NIGERIA

A Deed of Assent is a document or instrument of the Executor or legal Administrator of an estate to transfer, pass over or vest a legal interest or title in a property of a deceased person to the named beneficiary in a Will or any other third party. It grants the beneficiary legal ownership over [...]

By |February 21st, 2021|Family Law, Real Estate Law|Comments Off on OVERVIEW OF DEED OF ASSENT IN NIGERIA

OVERVIEW OF THE JURISDICTION OF THE FEDERAL HIGH COURT IN NIGERIA

The jurisdiction of the Federal High Court is enshrined in the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (as amended), which provides for the judiciary arm of Government (the Courts). Section 249 (1) of the Constitution created the Federal High Court, which is the third-highest court in the hierarchy of courts in Nigeria. The [...]

By |February 20th, 2021|Courts, Litigation|Comments Off on OVERVIEW OF THE JURISDICTION OF THE FEDERAL HIGH COURT IN NIGERIA