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Fragmented Land Title Regimes In Lagos State: Federal Roots, State Regularisation, And The Persistence Of Structural Uncertainty

Although Nigerian land law is formally unified under the Land Use Act 1978 (LUA), real estate transactions in Lagos State operate in practice under multiple and overlapping title regimes.

Nigeria Real Estate

Brickhouse Solicitors

The Connected Chain: E-Mobility, Minerals & Digital Infrastructure In East Africa

The East African development story is evolving beyond raw potential into one of pragmatic, systemic problem solving. The region is confronting its unique challenges...

Worldwide Real Estate

SG

Shikana Group

Construction And Infrastructure Arbitration In Nigeria | FIDIC Contract Lessons

The construction and infrastructure industry is a cornerstone of economic development in Nigeria, driving growth, creating jobs, and enhancing the quality of life for citizens.

Nigeria Real Estate

TT

The Trusted Advisors

The Lagos State Tenancy Bill 2025: Essential Insights For Commercial Landlords

As Lagos State takes a bold legislative step towards reshaping its housing framework, the introduction of the Tenancy and Recovery of Premises Bill ("TRPB" or the "Bill") 2025 has sparked...

Nigeria Real Estate

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Templars

Unethical Conveyancers And Estate Agents: What Is Done In The Dark Won't Withstand The Scrutiny Of The Light Or The Authorities

Namibia Real Estate

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ENS

30th Conference Of Directors Of Land In The Federal And State MDAs | Kano, Nigeria

Nigeria Real Estate

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Does A Residential Lease Of A Family Home Fall Within The Ambit Of The Consumer Protection Act?

South Africa Real Estate

E

ENS

Recognition Of Agricultural Products And Textiles As Geographical Indicators Of Origin

South Africa Real Estate

AA

Adams & Adams

Environmental And Urban Planning Laws In Nigeria

Nigeria Real Estate

SL

Scott's Legal

How To Obtain Building Plan Approval In Nigeria

Nigeria Real Estate

SL

Scott's Legal

Zoning Laws In Nigeria Real Estate Investors Should Know

Nigeria Real Estate

SL

Scott's Legal

SCA Upholds City Of Cape Town's Discretion In Rezoning Dispute

South Africa Real Estate

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ENS

Property Development In Nigeria – Its Legal Framework

Nigeria Real Estate

SL

Scott's Legal

Can The Lagos State Real Estate Regulatory Authority (LASRERA) Be The Game-Changer In Resolving Real Estate Disputes In Lagos State?

Nigeria Real Estate

AS

Abdu-Salaam Abbas & Co.

Firs Imposes 10% Withholding Tax On Interest From Short-Term Instruments

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Stren & Blan Partners

An Overview Of Nigeria's Tax Reform Acts: Key Changes & Implications For Individuals And Entities

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Lexworth Legal Partners

2025 Oil Licensing Round: What To Know About The New Bid Portal, Fiscal Terms And Contracting Models

AO

Aluko & Oyebode

All You Need To Know About Nigeria's Newly Signed Tax Reform Acts

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Goldsmiths Solicitors

Marriage And Property In Nigeria: What Couples Need To Know About Their Rights

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SimmonsCooper Partners

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Land Law & Agriculture

Fragmented Land Title Regimes In Lagos State: Federal Roots, State Regularisation, And The Persistence Of Structural Uncertainty

Although Nigerian land law is formally unified under the Land Use Act 1978 (LUA), real estate transactions in Lagos State operate in practice under multiple and overlapping title regimes.

Nigeria Real Estate

Brickhouse Solicitors

The East African Insider – Week 15th – 21st NovemBER 2025

This week, East Africa continues to attract significant attention from investors and development partners, with major initiatives shaping the region's economic and industrial trajectory.

Tanzania Strategy

SG

Shikana Group

Recognition Of Agricultural Products And Textiles As Geographical Indicators Of Origin

Geographical indications of origin are gaining recognition and importance in Africa.

South Africa Real Estate

AA

Adams & Adams

From Cocoa House To Cocoa Nation: A Legal And Policy Call For Nigeria's Economic Rebirth Through Agro-Industrialisation

Worldwide Real Estate

TA

Tunde & Adisa

Veggie Burgers Are Back On The Menu!

South Africa Healthcare

AA

Adams & Adams

New South African Plant Breeders' Rights Law Comes Into Effect

South Africa Government

AA

Adams & Adams

Land Rights In Kenya: Insights From The Supreme Court Of Kenya On Legitimate Expectation And Title Indefeasibility

Kenya Real Estate

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ENS

How To Resolve Property And Land Disputes In Nigeria

Nigeria Litigation

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

Land Ownership And Title Disputes In Nigeria: Understanding The Land Tenure System And Title Verification

Nigeria Real Estate

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

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Conveyancing

Unethical Conveyancers And Estate Agents: What Is Done In The Dark Won't Withstand The Scrutiny Of The Light Or The Authorities

If you listen carefully at the average weekend show-house, you will hear the soundtrack of modern conveyancing: the gentle rustle of business cards...

Namibia Real Estate

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ENS

What Services Do Conveyancers Provide In South Africa?

Buying or selling property is one of the largest financial transactions most people will ever make. At the centre of every successful property transfer stands a professional who ensures that the process is lawful, transparent and secure, the Conveyancer.

South Africa Real Estate

BI

Barnard Inc.

Legal Framework For Land Registration And Title Perfection In Nigeria

Nigerian land ownership is governed by the Land Use Act of 1978, which gives the governor of a state ownership of all land within that state to be held in trust for the benefit of the populace.

Nigeria Real Estate

TT

The Trusted Advisors

Costs Involved In The Conveyancing Process

South Africa Real Estate

FW

Fairbridges Wertheim Becker

Who Should Appoint The Conveyancer In A Property Sale?

South Africa Real Estate

BI

Barnard Inc.

Rental Growth Hits A Seven-Year High

South Africa Real Estate

FW

Fairbridges Wertheim Becker

What Every Developer Needs To Know About Township Establishment

South Africa Real Estate

BI

Barnard Inc.

How To Resolve Property And Land Disputes In Nigeria

Nigeria Litigation

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

Fee Shake-Ups And Duty Drops

South Africa Real Estate

BI

Barnard Inc.

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Construction & Planning

The Connected Chain: E-Mobility, Minerals & Digital Infrastructure In East Africa

The East African development story is evolving beyond raw potential into one of pragmatic, systemic problem solving. The region is confronting its unique challenges...

Worldwide Real Estate

SG

Shikana Group

Performance Bond: An Owner's Recourse In Contractual Default

The Performance Bond stands as a critical instrument in managing construction and high-stakes contractual risk, serving not merely as supplementary documentation but as a robust guarantee...

Nigeria Law Performance

AS

Abdu-Salaam Abbas & Co.

Construction And Infrastructure Arbitration In Nigeria | FIDIC Contract Lessons

The construction and infrastructure industry is a cornerstone of economic development in Nigeria, driving growth, creating jobs, and enhancing the quality of life for citizens.

Nigeria Real Estate

TT

The Trusted Advisors

Environmental And Urban Planning Laws In Nigeria

Nigeria Real Estate

SL

Scott's Legal

How To Obtain Building Plan Approval In Nigeria

Nigeria Real Estate

SL

Scott's Legal

Zoning Laws In Nigeria Real Estate Investors Should Know

Nigeria Real Estate

SL

Scott's Legal

SCA Upholds City Of Cape Town's Discretion In Rezoning Dispute

South Africa Real Estate

E

ENS

Property Development In Nigeria – Its Legal Framework

Nigeria Real Estate

SL

Scott's Legal

Before You Build In Lagos: What You Really Need To Know About Building Approval

Nigeria Real Estate

CL

Charis Legal Practice

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Landlord & Tenant - Leases

The Lagos State Tenancy Bill 2025: Essential Insights For Commercial Landlords

As Lagos State takes a bold legislative step towards reshaping its housing framework, the introduction of the Tenancy and Recovery of Premises Bill ("TRPB" or the "Bill") 2025 has sparked...

Nigeria Real Estate

T

Templars

Does A Residential Lease Of A Family Home Fall Within The Ambit Of The Consumer Protection Act?

In the recent judgment in Els v Venter and Another, the Supreme Court of Appeal ("SCA") had to decide whether a residential lease agreement of a family home falls within the ambit...

South Africa Real Estate

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ENS

Can The Lagos State Real Estate Regulatory Authority (LASRERA) Be The Game-Changer In Resolving Real Estate Disputes In Lagos State?

Disputes arising from real estate transactions are quite common in Lagos State, as real estate is regarded as one of the major forms of investment

Nigeria Real Estate

AS

Abdu-Salaam Abbas & Co.

The Right To Electricity And Water Understood Within A Constitutional And Administrative Law Perspective

South Africa Government

E

ENS

Ambiguity In Commercial Lease Agreements: A Risk Too Often Overlooked

South Africa Real Estate

BI

Barnard Inc.

Understanding The Full Extent Of Amcon's Power To Seize A Property Through Lawsuits Involving The Recovery Of Debts: A Review Of The Decision In Amcon -V- Funmilayo Adeyemi (Unreported: Suit No. FHC/L/CS/1696/2018, Judgement Delivered On 15 July 2020)

Nigeria Real Estate

AS

Abdu-Salaam Abbas & Co.

Extension And Renewal Of Leasehold Titles In Nairobi City County

Kenya Real Estate

AK

Anjarwalla & Khanna

Review Of The Lagos State Tenancy And Recovery Of Premises Draft Bill, 2025

Nigeria Real Estate

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

A Cautionary Tale For Month-To-Month Tenants Seeking Interdicts

South Africa Real Estate

Beach Weather | Legal Marketing

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Latest Videos

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Finance Act 2023 Briefings - Part 4 – Real Estate (Video)

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Orison Legal

Two Common Mistakes On Land Purchase Part 1 (Video)

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Zenas Chambers, ChimwaMurombe Legal Practice

The Transfer Of Derelict Lands In Zimbabwe (Video)

ZC

Zenas Chambers, ChimwaMurombe Legal Practice

Kenya Real Estate Outlook – Room For Growth (Video Content)

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TripleOKLaw

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