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PROCEDURE FOR REGISTERING A COMPANY IN NIGERIA: THE IMPORTANT THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW

Introduction to registering a company The incorporation of a company in Nigeria is governed principally by the Companies and Allied Matters Act 2020 (CAMA 2020), which provides the legal framework for the formation, management, and regulation of companies. The process is administered by the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), the statutory body responsible for business registration […]

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ENTREPRENEURS AND LAWYERS’ RELATIONSHIP: THE ULTIMATE THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW

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INTRODUCTION TO Entrepreneurs and lawyers’ relationship Entrepreneurship is often associated with innovation, risk-taking, and the pursuit of profit. However, beyond the visible aspects of running a business lies a complex web of legal obligations, regulatory requirements, and contractual relationships. Many entrepreneurs, especially in emerging markets like Nigeria, tend to underestimate the importance of legal guidance

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ROLES OF COMPANY SECRETARIES UNDER CAMA 2020: THE ULTIMATE THING YOU NEED TO KNOW

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Introduction to the roles of Company Secretaries In the modern Nigerian corporate environment, compliance is no longer a mere administrative function, it is a critical component of corporate survival. Companies today operate under regulatory scrutiny, where a single lapse in governance can lead to sanctions, reputational damage, or even corporate collapse. At the centre of

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THE ROLE OF LAWYERS BEFORE SIGNING A CONTRACT: IMPORTANT THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW

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Introduction to the role of a Lawyer before Signing a Contract A while ago, I was with a client to review one of the contracts sent to him by the other party and the terms of the contract were rather absurd and unacceptable. I said to myself, “Thank God this man came to a lawyer”

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LOCKED OUT BY LANDLORD FOR FAILURE TO PAY RENT: THE ULTIMATE THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW

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Introduction to beinga locked out by landlord You return home from work after a long day. You walk up to your apartment door with your mind on dinner and rest. You insert your key and it doesn’t open. You try your spare key, still nothing. The locks have been changed. Behind you, the caretaker stands

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GUIDE TO REGISTRATION OF AN NGO IN NIGERIA: THE ULTIMATE GUIDE YOU NEED TO KNOW

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Introduction to registration of an NGO Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) play a vital role in addressing social, environmental, and humanitarian challenges in Nigeria. From supporting education and healthcare to advocating for human rights, NGOs contribute significantly to national development. However, many individuals and groups begin charitable activities without formally registering their organisation. While the intention may

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CUSTODY ORDERS DISOBEYED: THE ULTIMATE THING YOU NEED TO KNOW

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INTRODUCTION TO CUSTODY ORDERS Divorce proceedings often culminate in orders that are meant to bring closure, particularly in matters concerning children. In many cases, after a compulsory conference or settlement discussions, parties agree to a joint custody arrangement which is subsequently adopted and endorsed by the court and embodied in its judgment. Such an agreement

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COURT MARRIAGE IN NIGERIA: THE ULTIMATE THING TO NOTE

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Introduction To Court Marriage in Nigeria Court marriage (statutory marriage) in Nigeria is the most legally recognised form of marriage under the Marriage Act. It creates a monogamous union with far-reaching legal consequences affecting property rights, inheritance, legitimacy of children, maintenance obligations, and dissolution procedures. Unlike customary marriages, statutory marriage is uniform, enforceable, and governed

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COMPENSATION FOR MENTAL STRESS: THE IMPORTANT THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW

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INTRODUCTION TO COMPENSATION FOR MENTAL STRESS The Employee’s Compensation Act was enacted by the National Assembly and signed into law by the President of Nigeria and on the 17th December, 2010. The Act makes comprehensive provisions for compensation provisions for compensation for death, injury, mental stress, occupational diseases and other hazards in the course of

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WHO INHERITS WHEN SOMEONE DIES WITHOUT A WILL?: IMPORTANT THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW

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Introduction to What Happens When Someone Dies Without a Will A successful businessman in Lagos passes away unexpectedly. No Will. No written instructions. Just houses, bank accounts, and investments. At first, the family mourns. But soon, tension begins to rise. The wife assumes she should take control of everything. The children disagree among themselves. Extended

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