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COMMON LEGAL PITFALLS BUSINESS OWNERS MAKE IN NIGERIA: THE IMPORTANT THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW

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Introduction to legal pitfalls business owners make Small businesses in Nigeria frequently operate within informal commercial frameworks that rely on trust, verbal agreements, and undocumented transactions. While this informality facilitates entry into entrepreneurship, it creates significant legal exposure when disputes arise. This article examines recurring legal mistakes made by small business owners in Nigeria through […]

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Can Foreigners Own Land in Nigeria: Important Facts You Need to Know

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INTRODUCTION TO CAN FOREIGNERS OWN LAND The question “Can foreigners own land in Nigeria?” arises frequently in both academic settings and in practice. Land in Nigeria is a unique legal asset: it is not “owned” in the traditional common‑law sense, but rather held under statutory rights of occupancy granted by the state. The legal structure

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JURISDICTION OF DIVORCE IN NIGERIA: THE ULTIMATE THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW

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Introduction to divorce in nigeria Jurisdiction is a fundamental concept in law, referring to the authority of a court to hear and determine a matter. In matrimonial causes, particularly divorce, jurisdiction is important because any proceedings conducted without proper jurisdiction are declared null and void. In Nigeria, the issue of jurisdiction in divorce proceedings is

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BENEFITS OF SETTING UP A TRUST IN NIGERIA: THE ULTIMATE THING ABOUT WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

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INTRODUCTION ON TRUST IN NIGERIA In Nigeria today, more individuals, families, and business owners are looking for smarter ways to protect their assets, secure their legacy, and plan for the future. One of the most effective tools for achieving these goals is a trust. But what exactly is a trust, and why should you consider

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E-COMMERCE IN NIGERIA: THE ULTIMATE THING YOU NEED TO KNOW WHEN ONLINE VENDORS SCAMS CONSUMERS

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Introduction to E-commerce in Nigeria The rapid growth of electronic commerce (e-commerce) in Nigeria has transformed the way goods and services are bought and sold. Through online platforms such as Jumia, Temu,etc and social media channels like Instagram, WhatsApp,etc and other online marketplaces, consumers now engage in transactions with unprecedented convenience. However, this digital revolution has also exposed

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SPECIFIC PERFORMANCE IN CONTRACT: THE IMPORTANT THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW

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Introduction to Specific Performance in contract You finally secure a deal to purchase a prime piece of land in Lagos, perfect location, proper title, and agreed price. You pay a substantial part of the purchase price. Suddenly, the seller backs out and decides to sell to someone else offering a higher price. You are offered

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

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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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