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Setting Up A Company In Nigeria As A Foreigner – A Brief Guide

Nigeria is one of Africa's largest markets and actively welcomes foreign investment in its general business sector.

Nigeria Commercial

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Resolution Law Firm

Navigating Startup Financing In Nigeria: Understanding Applicable Laws, Equity Financing, Term Sheets, And SAFEs

Nigeria's technology and startup ecosystem is booming, with founders and investors striking high-stakes funding deals that require a solid understanding of laws applicable...

Nigeria Commercial

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Tunde & Adisa

From Four Walls To No Walls: Nigeria's Public Companies Go Virtual

Nigeria's corporate landscape is experiencing a fundamental shift, marked by the formal adoption of virtual general meetings (VGMs) for public companies.

Nigeria Commercial

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Tunde & Adisa

Recapitalisation Options For BDC Operators: What The New CBN Guidelines Mean

In this article, Simisola Eyisanmi and Bankole Oke explore the recapitalisation strategies available to BDCs, from equity and debt financing to mergers and retained earnings, within the context of Nigeria's evolving capital market.

Nigeria Finance

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Duale Ovia & Alex-Adedipe

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

Nigeria Commercial

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PUNUKA Attorneys & Solicitors

Joint Ventures In Nigeria: How Foreign Investors Can Structure Safe, Profitable Partnerships

Nigeria Government

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The Trusted Advisors

Laying The Matter To Rest: Is Shareholder Approval Of Audited Financial Statements Required At Annual General Meetings? Part I

Nigeria Commercial

Syntegral Legal Practice

Recapitalization Of Nigerian Banks Through Rights Issues And Public Offering: Challenges And Prospects

Nigeria Finance

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Alliance Law Firm

Doing Business In: Nigeria – Country Comparative Guide

Nigeria Commercial

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Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie

The Implications Of Debt Financing And Equity Financing On Businesses

Nigeria Commercial

Compos Mentis Legal Practitioners

What Is New In Nigeria's Mergers And Acquisition Landscape? A Review Of Regulatory Shift

Nigeria Commercial

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Pavestones Legal

How To Set Up And Register A Hotel Business In Nigeria

Nigeria Media & IT

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The Trusted Advisors

The Significance Of Voting Rights For Preference Shareholders In Corporate Governance

Nigeria Commercial

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Legal Issues In Startup Financing

Nigeria Commercial

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Candelp

The Nigeria Tax Act And Non-Resident Companies

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KPMG Nigeria

Digital Assets Custody: Institutional Challenges And Opportunities In The Nigerian Context

Nigeria Commercial

Syntegral Legal Practice

Digital Currencies And Financial Inclusion: Can Cryptocurrencies Bridge The Gap?

Nigeria Technology

Syntegral Legal Practice

Energy Security And The Petroleum Industry Act 2021

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Alliance Law Firm

The Nigeria Tax Act 2025: Impact Of Key Provisions On Individuals, Businesses, And The Economy

KN

KPMG Nigeria

Series A Financing – What To Expect

Many founders think of fundraising as a single event. We like to think of a Series A financing as a series of tightly linked actions that unfold quickly...

Nigeria Commercial

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Balogun Harold

Startups & Shareholders' Agreement

The client is a technology startup, founded by three co-founders.Each co-founder held an equal share of the company (33.33%) and initially agreed informally on their roles and responsibilities.

Nigeria Commercial

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Balogun Harold

Stock Market Delistings: Balancing Investor Confidence And Corporate Strategy

Nigeria's business environment is under significant strain from challenges such as a foreign exchange crisis, rising inflation, and increasing operational costs.

Nigeria Commercial

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SimmonsCooper Partners

Guide On How A Private Company Can Go Public And Trade On The Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX)

Going public is a significant milestone for any private company, offering access to capital, increased visibility, and enhanced credibility.

Nigeria Commercial

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

Legal Procedures For The Removal And Appointment Of Company Directors Under The Nigerian Law

Nigeria Commercial

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

Corporate Governance: The Duties And Responsibilities Of Directors Under Nigerian Law

Nigeria Commercial

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Pavestones Legal

You Can Now Register Your Company And Be The Only Shareholder And Director

Nigeria Commercial

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Tope Adebayo LP

Board Evaluation: An Effective Tool Of Corporate Governance And Sustainability

Nigeria Commercial

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Tope Adebayo LP

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

Nigeria Employment

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Banwo & Ighodalo

The Impact Of Minority Shareholder Protection On Corporate Governance Practices And Investment Efficiency In Nigeria

Nigeria Commercial

Compos Mentis Legal Practitioners

Requirements For LLC Registration In Nigeria

Nigeria Commercial

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Resolution Law Firm

Nigeria's Companies And Allied Matters Act 2020 And The Position Of The Law On Single Shareholding Of Companies

Nigeria Commercial

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ENR Advisory

Capital Markets Comparative Guide

Nigeria Commercial

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CLP Legal

Procedures For Setting Up A Holding, Consortium, And A Group Of Companies In Nigeria

Nigeria Commercial

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

Requirements For LLC Registration In Nigeria

Starting and running a business in Nigeria often requires a legal structure that can protect the owners' personal assets and provide credibility to the organization.

Nigeria Commercial

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Resolution Law Firm

Nigeria's Companies And Allied Matters Act 2020 And The Position Of The Law On Single Shareholding Of Companies

In the recent judgment in Suit No: FHC/ANJ/CS/665/2023 between Primetech Design and Engineering Nigeria Limited (Primetech) & Julius Berger Nigeria Plc (JBN) v. the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC),

Nigeria Commercial

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ENR Advisory

Capital Markets Comparative Guide

Capital Markets Comparative Guide for the jurisdiction of Nigeria, check out our comparative guides section to compare across multiple countries

Nigeria Commercial

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CLP Legal

Procedures For Setting Up A Holding, Consortium, And A Group Of Companies In Nigeria

Establishing a holding company, consortium, or group of companies in Nigeria involves navigating specific legal frameworks set out by the Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA) 2020.

Nigeria Commercial

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

Legal Framework For Insider Dealing Under The Nigerian Law

Nigeria Commercial

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Legal Advice For Venture Capitalists Investing In Nigerian Startups

As Nigeria's startup ecosystem continues to grow, venture capitalists (VCs) from across the globe are increasingly drawn to the potential returns the country offers.

Nigeria Commercial

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The Trusted Advisors

A Review Of The Federal High Court's Decision On The Issue Of Single Shareholding Based On The Interpretation And Applicability Of Section 18(2) Of CAMA 2020

While it is uncertain whether the CAC will appeal this decision, it remains the authoritative interpretation of CAMA 2020 regarding sole shareholding for private companies...

Nigeria Commercial

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AELEX

Restructuring & Insolvency Comparative Guide

Restructuring & Insolvency Comparative Guide for the jurisdiction of Nigeria, check out our comparative guides section to compare across multiple countries

Nigeria Insolvency

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PUNUKA Attorneys & Solicitors

Securing Funding In Nigeria: Legal Aspects Of Venture Capital And Angel Investments

Securing funding is a critical step for any startup, and understanding the legal aspects of venture capital (VC) and angel investments is essential for Nigerian entrepreneurs. This article explores the often-overlooked...

Nigeria Commercial

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The Trusted Advisors

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

Nigeria Commercial

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The Trusted Advisors

Contractual Agreements Nigerian Startups Should Have

Nigeria Commercial

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The Trusted Advisors

Doing Business In Nigeria: A Guide To Foreign Investors

Nigeria Commercial

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

An Analysis Of The Decision Of The Federal High Court Affirming That Private Companies With Two Or More Shareholders/Members Can Transition To Single-Shareholder/Member Companies

Nigeria Commercial

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Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie

The Validity Of A Single Shareholder Structure For Companies Incorporated Prior To CAMA 2020

Nigeria Commercial

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Famsville Solicitors

Types Of Business Registration In Nigeria

Nigeria Commercial

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Resolution Law Firm

Everything You Need To Know About Company Meetings In Nigeria

Nigeria Commercial

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Firmus Advisory

Ready, Set, Exit: Private Equity Exit Strategies

Nigeria Commercial

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SimmonsCooper Partners

How To Obtain A Fintech License In Nigeria: Switching And Processing License

Nigeria Technology

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Firmus Advisory

How To Set Up A Holding/Group Company In Nigeria

Nigeria Commercial

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The Trusted Advisors

Legal Implications Of Bank Liquidation: The Case Of Heritage Bank PLC

Nigeria Commercial

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The Trusted Advisors

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

Federal High Court Rules That Pre-CAMA 2020 Private Companies Can Transition To Single Shareholder Structure

Nigeria Commercial

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Banwo & Ighodalo

Shareholder's Right Of Pre-Emption: Understanding Its Significance, Implementation, And Impact In Corporate Governance

Nigeria Commercial

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Stren & Blan Partners

An Overview Of The SEC's Framework On Accelerated Regulatory Incubation Programme For The Onboarding Of VASPs And DISPs

Nigeria Commercial

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Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie

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