Business Law and Corporate Law

Risk is an unavoidable part of every construction project. Delays, design errors, unforeseen site conditions, payment disputes, regulatory changes, and economic fluctuations all affect project delivery. Because construction projects involve multiple parties, significant investment, and long execution periods, how these risks are allocated determines whether a project succeeds or fails.

Warranty and Indemnity insurance is transforming M&A transactions globally, yet its adoption in Nigeria faces significant barriers. This analysis explores the practical challenges of implementing...

The first half of 2026 brought transformative changes to global sport, from FIFA's landmark transfer system reform and CAF's controversial AFCON Final reversal to strengthened maternity protections and eligibility frameworks. In Nigeria, record funding commitments, institutional restructuring, and diaspora talent recruitment initiatives marked a pivotal shift, while landmark court rulings clarified regulatory authority over betting operators and footballer employment rights.

In our last Newsletter, we highlighted how licensing external tech can help you grow without losing focus on your core business objective. Now, let's flip the script, what if your IP could do the heavy lifting?

Technology transfer plays various roles in a country, the most notable being economic and technological development.

Franchising is an increasingly popular business model in Nigeria, offering entrepreneurs a way to expand their brand rapidly without the heavy capital outlay typically required for growth. The model allows for quicker...

When a person dies in Nigeria, their assets and liabilities require proper legal administration before distribution to rightful beneficiaries. This comprehensive guide examines the legal framework governing estate administration, distinguishing between Probate and Letters of Administration, and addressing the procedural requirements, common challenges, and practical considerations that executors, administrators, and beneficiaries must navigate when managing deceased estates under Nigerian law.

Trusts and Wills are estate planning vehicles in Nigeria that appear arcane to a cross-section of the public. The reason is not far-fetched; Nigerians are traditionally “testamentophobic” and would rather resort to the use of the extended family structure than rely on Trusts and Wills. This reality creates the need to demystify this area of law which wields a great influence directly or indirectly on the lives and finances of a considerable percentage of the Nigerian population.

Wealthy African families are shifting their approach to family offices, prioritizing governance frameworks and ownership structures over investment strategy as they transition from founder-led wealth to multigenerational stewardship. This distinctly African model addresses the structural gaps that emerge when significant portfolios grow across operating businesses, real estate, and global investments without coordinated ownership frameworks or formal governance systems.

As artificial intelligence transforms business operations at unprecedented speed, boards of directors face a critical governance challenge: managing AI deployment within existing legal frameworks while navigating regulatory gaps. This analysis examines how Nigerian corporate law places AI governance squarely within boardroom responsibility, exploring the intersection of fiduciary duties, emerging legislation, and the unique liability questions raised when AI systems act with agency but without accountabilit

This article examines the legal framework governing the sanctioning of directors and other corporate officers in Nigeria and the United Kingdom. It explores the regulatory mechanisms, enforcement procedures, and comparative approaches used to hold company leadership accountable for misconduct or breach of duties. The analysis provides insights into how both jurisdictions balance corporate governance with director protection.

On July 15, 2026, the Corporate Affairs Commission (the “Commission”) issued a Circular announcing the commencement of another nationwide exercise to strike-off inactive and non-compliant companies from the Register of Companies pursuant to Section 692 (3) & (4) of the Companies and Allied Matters Act, 2020 (“CAMA”).