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Navigating Joint Ventures In Nigeria: Legal Insights For Foreign Investors

For foreign investors seeking to access Nigeria's vast consumer market and resource-rich economy, joint ventures (JVs) remain one of the most viable entry. A joint venture enables parties to pool resources...

Nigeria Government

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

Record Label Agreements: 5 Key Considerations Before Signing A Music Contract

A record label agreement is a contract between an artist (or band) and a record label[i]. It describes the guidelines that the label will follow while marketing, distributing...

Nigeria Media & IT

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The Trusted Advisors

Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Operations (Commercial) Regulations, 2025

In exercise of the power of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (the "Commission") to review and approve commercial aspects of field development plans ("FDP") in upstream petroleum operations...

TA

Tope Adebayo LP

The Counterparts Clause: What Every Stakeholder In The Business Community Should Know

Suppose you've signed a contract, whether as a business owner, executive, or have reviewed the contents of a contract as a lawyer, company secretary or even as a Judicial officer.

Nigeria Commercial

PA

PUNUKA Attorneys & Solicitors

The Nigeria Tax Act And Non-Resident Companies

KN

KPMG Nigeria

A Review Of The NERC Order Regarding The Delineation And Operational Requirements For Distribution Companies (DisCos) 2025

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Alliance Law Firm

Service Of In Rem Writs: Resolving The SCPA Controversy Under The 2023 Admiralty Rules.

Nigeria Litigation

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G ELIAS

Repositioning Nigeria For Arbitration? A Critical Appraisal Of Nigeria's National Policy On Arbitration And ADR 2024

Nigeria Litigation

GE

G ELIAS

Project Finance In Nigeria: Key Legal Considerations For Lenders

Nigeria Finance

PL

Pavestones Legal

NERC's Guidelines On The Registration And Engagement Of Third‑Party Collection Service Providers

TA

Tope Adebayo LP

Tax Controversy 2025: Trends And Developments

UU

Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie

From Deal To Departure - The Legal Playbook For Terminating Contracts In Nigeria

Nigeria Commercial

UU

Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie

The Legal Playbook For Terminating Contracts In Nigeria

Nigeria Commercial

UU

Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie

Should The Nigerian Court Remain Passive In The Face Of Violation Of The Arbitration And Mediation Act 2023?

Nigeria Litigation

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PUNUKA Attorneys & Solicitors

When Machines Fail: Understanding Liability In AI-Driven Medical Errors Within Nigeria's Healthcare System

Nigeria Healthcare

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Tax And Repatriation Strategies For Foreign-Owned Nigerian Businesses

TT

The Trusted Advisors

How To Obtain A Digital Money Lending License In Nigeria

Nigeria Commercial

uA

Firmus Advisory

The Nigeria Tax Act And Non-Resident Companies

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KPMG Nigeria

Beyond The Doctor's Mistake: Investigating The Chain Of Legal Responsibility In Cases Of Medical Negligence Involving Multiple Parties

Nigeria Litigation

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

How To Register Imported Or Local Animal Feed In Nigeria

In recent years, the animal feed market in Nigeria has experienced significant growth due to factors like increased livestock production, technological advancement...

Nigeria Healthcare

uA

Firmus Advisory

Investing In The African Market: Opportunities Under The AfCFTA (Video)

The Corporate Commercial Practice Group at OAL recently hosted a thought-provoking webinar titled "Investing in the African Market: Opportunities under the AfCFTA" on January 31st, 2024.

Nigeria International

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

The Price Isn't Right: Planning With Escalation Clauses Before Costs Hit The Roof

Rising costs. Delayed timelines. Frustrated partners. These are just a few of the issues that can arise when a contract does not anticipate unexpected increases in the cost of materials, labour, or fuel.

Nigeria Commercial

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SimmonsCooper Partners

Doing Business In Nigeria: How To Register A Foreign-Owned Business In Nigeria

As Africa's largest economy and most populous nation, Nigeria continues to attract global interest as a strategic destination for investment.

Nigeria Government

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

Tax Compliance Checklist For Businesses In Nigeria

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

The Concept And Essential Attributes Of A Book Publishing Agreement

SA

S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Supply Chain And Distribution Agreements In Nigeria's FMCG Sector: Key Clauses, Legal Risks And Best Practices

Nigeria Consumer

SB

Stren & Blan Partners

The Legality Of Surrogacy Practice In Nigeria

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

The Hidden Costs Of Doing Business In Nigeria: A Call For Reform

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AELEX

Delimiting The Extent Of The Applicability Of The Equitable Principle Of Unconscionable Bargains In Contracts Of Adhesion

Nigeria Commercial

SA

S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

SEC's Draft Rules Facilitate Pension Funds' Investment In Commercial Papers

Nigeria Employment

BI

Banwo & Ighodalo

Nigeria's Securities And Exchange Commission Provides Further Regulatory Clarity Over The Issuance Of Commercial Papers Through Proposed New Rules

Nigeria Commercial

SB

Stren & Blan Partners

Grid Decentralisation

KN

KPMG Nigeria

Regulatory Update: CBN Revised Guidelines For Nigeria's Foreign Exchange Market

Nigeria Finance

PL

Pavestones Legal

SEC's Draft Rules Facilitate Pension Funds' Investment In Commercial Papers

On December 3, 2024, the National Pension Commission ("PenCom"), in a circular referenced "PenCom/TECH/ISD/2024/403"...

Nigeria Employment

BI

Banwo & Ighodalo

Nigeria's Securities And Exchange Commission Provides Further Regulatory Clarity Over The Issuance Of Commercial Papers Through Proposed New Rules

The Central Bank of Nigeria's (CBN) Circular of July 2016 (CBN Circular) approved the quotation rules of the FMDQ OTC Securities Exchange (FMDQ) and authorized the quotation of Commercial Papers in Nigeria.

Nigeria Commercial

SB

Stren & Blan Partners

Grid Decentralisation

Power supply in Nigeria has remained epileptic despite privatisation of the generation and distribution subsectors.

KN

KPMG Nigeria

Regulatory Update: CBN Revised Guidelines For Nigeria's Foreign Exchange Market

In the bid to establish a more transparent and efficient framework for managing foreign exchange (FX) in Nigeria, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) recently introduced revised guidelines...

Nigeria Finance

PL

Pavestones Legal

Strategic Optimization Of Nigerian Content In Oil & Gas Operations: Balancing Local Capacity Building With International Expertise

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Stren & Blan Partners

10 Common Legal Pitfalls Nigerian Startups Face And How To Avoid Them

Starting a business in Nigeria can be an exciting journey. Nigeria is Africa's largest economy and boasts a thriving startup ecosystem that continues to attract entrepreneurs and investors alike...

Nigeria Commercial

TT

The Trusted Advisors

Nigerian Startups: How To Draft And Negotiate Favourable Contracts With Investors

Securing investment is a pivotal moment for any startup, especially in Nigeria's vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem. However, the process of drafting and negotiating contracts with investors...

Nigeria Commercial

TT

The Trusted Advisors

Legal Considerations: How To Launch A Startup In Nigeria And Attract Investors (A Comprehensive Guide)

Over the years, Nigeria has witnessed an explosion in startups, one that has not only reshaped the economic landscape but also positioned the country as a leading hub for innovation in Africa.

TT

The Trusted Advisors

Pursuing Claimants' Rights Against Wrongdoers In Nigeria: C D Q Exploring The Potency Of Norwich Pharmacal Orders In Cross-Border Commercial Disputes

The business community faces a range of systemic challenges in sophisticated fraud that affect their productivity and conceal the identities of the perpetrators of such fraud.

Nigeria Litigation

SB

Stren & Blan Partners

Smart Contracts: Assessing Some Legal Implications Of Its Use In The Nigerian Capital Market

Nigeria Technology

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Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie

Leading Startup Law Firm In Lagos, Nigeria (2024)

Nigeria Commercial

TT

The Trusted Advisors

Best Corporate And Commercial Law Firm In Abuja, Nigeria (2024)

Nigeria Commercial

TT

The Trusted Advisors

The Legal Landscape Of Surrogacy Arrangements In Nigeria

Compos Mentis Legal Practitioners

Removal Of Directors Not An Exclusive Remit Of Shareholders – A Review Of Section 288 Of Cama Vis-À-Vis Relevant Judicial Decisions

Nigeria Commercial

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AELEX

Top 5 Law Firms In Lagos, Nigeria (2024)

Nigeria Law Performance

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The Trusted Advisors

Force Majeure Clauses: Insights From The RTI Ltd v Mur Shipping Bv Case And Implications For West African Countries Under Military Sanctions

Nigeria Transport

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Stren & Blan Partners

Top Corporate And Commercial Law Firm In Lagos, Nigeria (2024)

Nigeria Commercial

TT

The Trusted Advisors

Accelerating SaaS Sales Through Contract Optimization

Nigeria Commercial

TA

Tope Adebayo LP

Collateral Warranties In Construction Projects: Why You Need Them

Worldwide Real Estate

SB

Stren & Blan Partners

An Overview Of The Liabilities Arising From Contracts For The Sale Of Goods (1)

Nigeria Commercial

SA

S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

An Overview Of The Nigerian Withholding Tax Regulations Of 2024

UU

Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie

Establishing A Sports Academy In Nigeria: Key Legal Considerations

Nigeria Media & IT

SB

Stren & Blan Partners

Part II - Cracking The Contract Code: Essential Startup Contracts Explained

Nigeria Commercial

SP

SimmonsCooper Partners

Banking Services In Nigeria: A Look At The Legal Remedies Available To Customers

Nigeria Finance

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

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