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EMPLOYING FOREIGNERS IN NIGERIA: ULTIMATE THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW

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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MONEY BOUQUET, NAIRA ABUSE: ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW

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On Valentine’s Day, Lizzy wanted to be romantic in a way her boyfriend would never forget. Instead of boxers and singlet, she purchased mint naira notes. Lizzy folded them into the shape of flower petals, and presented a colourful naira cash bouquet. Her boyfriend laughed until a neighbour jokingly warned her that she could end

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TRADE UNIONS AND THE LEGALITY OF COMPULSORY MEMBERSHIP IN NIGERIA: THE IMPORTANT THING TO KNOW

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Introduction To Trade Unions and Compulsory Membership At dawn, Musa opened his stall at the popular Oja-Oba market, unaware that his refusal to join the traders’ association would soon cost him his livelihood. By noon, association officials arrived with sticks and padlocks, accusing him of “disrespecting the union.” His wooden stall was pulled apart, goods

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Cybercrime Law in Nigeria: What You Need To Know

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INTRODUCTION TO CYBERCRIME LAW IN NIGERIA The proliferation of information and communication technologies has transformed social and economic interactions. However, it has also created opportunities for the commission of cybercrime in Nigeria and online fraud, which exploit digital systems to deceive, defraud, or harm victims. In Nigeria, activities such as phishing, identity theft, online impersonation,

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STATUTE OF LIMITATION ON LAND: THE ULTIMATE THING.

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Land disputes are among the most common cases in Nigerian courts. However, many people, are surprised to learn that you can lose your right to sue over land simply because you waited too long. This is where the statute of limitation becomes critical. This article explains, in simple terms, what the statute of limitation means

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CONSTRUCTIVE DISMISSAL OF EMPLOYEE IN NIGERIA: THE ULTIMATE THING

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INTRODUCTION TO CONSTRUCTIVE DISMISSAL OF EMPLOYEE Constructive dismissal in Nigeria is one of the most misunderstood areas of employment/Labour law. Many workers assume that only the employer can “terminate” an employment contract. But the Nigerian labour law recognises situations where an employer’s conduct becomes so intolerable that the employee has no real option but to

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WOMEN & MATERNITY DISCRIMINATION IN THE OFFICE: THE ULTIMATE THING

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Introduction to Women & Maternity Discrimination Women & maternity, discrimination at the workplace have always had a complicated relationship in Nigeria. In many organisations, a woman’s transition from “Miss” to “Mrs.” quietly becomes a factor in hiring decisions. This factor is a form of discrimination. Employers worry she will soon become pregnant, request maternity leave,

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INFRINGEMENT ON COPYRIGHTED SONGS IN CHURCHES: ULTIMATE REMEDY TO KNOW

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COPYRIGHTED SONGS IN CHURCHES My church choir sings a popular Christian song in church as their special ministration song on Sunday. Is this innocent worship or a breach of copyright law? Well, the answer is the ministration is an innocent worship. Firstly, let’s understand what Copyright Infringement is. Copyright infringement is said to occur when

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How To Use Generic English Words As Trademark: What You Need To Know

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Introduction To Using Generic English Words As Trademark: Miss A and Miss B both run thriving tie and dye businesses in Lagos. Their works are vibrant, colourful, and known for being eye catching. To attract more customers, both women often describe their fabrics as being made with “the brightest dyes.” One day, however, Miss B decided to

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NAVIGATING THE TYPES OF MAINTENANCE UNDER NIGERIAN FAMILY LAW: ULTIMATE

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INTRODUCTION TO TYPES OF MAINTENANCE Maintenance(Types of Maintenance) under Nigerian family law is often referred to as alimony or spousal support. It is the financial support granted by a court to a spouse or child to ensure their welfare and sustenance. An order of maintenance is a significant relief available under Nigerian family law. The relief

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