Commercial Law

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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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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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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DOCTRINE OF ESTOPPEL IN NIGERIA: IMPORTANT THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW

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Introduction to the Doctrine of Estoppel in Nigeria Imagine a landlord assures a tenant that rent will not be increased for two years. Relying on that promise, the tenant spends significant money renovating the apartment. A few months later, the landlord suddenly demands a rent increase or asks the tenant to vacate. The tenant is

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CORPORATE RESTRUCTURING IN NIGERIA: THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

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Introduction to Corporate Restructuring in Nigeria In today’s fast-moving business environment, companies do not always grow organically. Sometimes, survival and expansion require something more strategic. Joining forces, acquiring competitors, or taking control of existing businesses. Imagine a struggling company with strong assets but poor management. Another company sees the opportunity, steps in, and acquires control.

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Same-Sex Relationship Laws: The Important thing you need to know

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Introduction to same-sex relationship Laws Victor(an alias) participated in a controversial and confidential talk show where confided in the host of the program. He stated that he felt unsafe simply because of who he was. He wasn’t asking for special treatment. Victor wasn’t demanding a parade. He just wanted to live quietly without fear. It felt

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RIGHTS OF EMPLOYEES IN NIGERIA: IMPORTANT THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW

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INTRODUCTION TO RIGHTS OF EMPLOYEES Chukwuemeka had worked at a Lagos trading company for eight months before he first asked his employer, Mr. Babatunde Adeyemi, for a written contract. He had started work on a handshake and a verbal promise of a monthly salary but payday came and went with irregular payments, sometimes short, sometimes

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EMPLOYING FOREIGNERS IN NIGERIA: ULTIMATE THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW

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Introduction to Employing Foreigners in Nigeria Nigeria’s position as a leading economy in Africa makes it a frequent destination for foreign workers and expatriates. Whether bridging critical skills gaps, supporting multinational operations, or contributing to specialized projects, foreigners seeking to work in Nigeria must comply with a complex legal regime that spans immigration law, labour

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THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO COMPANY FORMATION IN NIGERIA THAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

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Introduction to Company Formation in Nigeria Emeka and Chidinma had been best friends since their days at the University of Lagos. After years of working in corporate Nigeria, they decided it was finally time to turn their shared dream into reality  a technology consulting firm that would serve businesses across West Africa. Full of excitement,

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