Nigeria: Corporate and Company Law

Doing business in Nigeria has become more accessible thanks to rapid technological advancements. For foreign investors, safeguarding business interests is crucial to ensuring long-term success...

Commercial contracts form the foundation of business relationships, yet their effectiveness depends entirely on how well they are drafted. Understanding which clauses to include and how to structure them can mean the difference between a smooth transaction and costly litigation. What are the essential provisions every business must incorporate to protect its interests and prevent disputes?

As international commercial disputes surge by over 30% post-pandemic, businesses face mounting pressure to resolve conflicts efficiently while protecting sensitive information and maintaining global enforceability. This analysis examines how arbitration agreements have become indispensable strategic tools in Nigeria's commercial landscape, offering expertise-driven resolution, confidentiality safeguards, and international recognition under the New York Convention.

When DN Tyre & Rubber Plc and Greif Nigeria Plc were removed from the Nigerian Exchange Limited's Daily Official List, shareholders found their legally-owned shares suddenly untradeable.

In recent years, Nigeria’s Mergers and Acquisitions (“M&A”) landscape has witnessed notable growth, driven by increasing investor confidence, regulatory reforms, and the strategic consolidation of businesses across sectors such as banking, financial services, energy, telecommunications, healthcare, and technology.

Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) occupy a central position in Nigeria’s economic structure. According to various National Bureau of Statistics...

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has completed the pre-qualification stage of its 2025 Licensing Round and accordingly notified the successful...

The enactment of the Nigeria Tax Act 2025 (NTA), together with its companion statutes, the Nigeria Tax Administration Act (NTAA), the Nigeria Revenue Service (Establishment) Act (NRSEA)

In the last decade, Nigeria’s financial technology (FinTech) sector has grown exponentially, serving as a key driver of financial inclusion and transforming how millions access financial services.