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Tax Incentives For Venture Capital And Angel Investors In Nigeria.

Other than fund domicile, perhaps the most important consideration when setting up a venture capital fund in Nigeria is tax planning and tax leakage avoidance. For angel investors, venture capital funds, private equity...

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Balogun Harold

Fundraising Strategies For Startups: How To Attract Investors In 2025

Fundraising in the global startup ecosystem has become increasingly competitive with each passing year. In July 2025, Crunchbase News reported that global venture funding...

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The Trusted Advisors

Obtaining A Startup Label Under The Nigeria Startup Act, 2022

A Startup Label under the Nigeria Startup Act, 2022, is a certificate issued by the National Information Technology Development Agency ("NITDA")...

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Balogun Harold

Startup Act In Nigeria: Two Years On

In 2022, the former President of Nigeria, President Muhammed Buhari, signed the Nigeria Startup Act, 2022 into law to enable growth in the Nigeria's tech industry, contribute to the development...

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O. Kayode & Co.

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

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Tunde & Adisa

The Role Of Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) In Corporate Finance And Investments

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The Trusted Advisors

Nigeria's Investments And Securities Act 2025: What Is Changing For Private Capital Players

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Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie

Overview Of The Investments And Securities Act 2025: Key Changes For Private Equity And Venture Capital Funds In Nigeria

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Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie

Nigeria's Investments And Securities Act 2025 – What Is Changing For Private Equity And Venture Capital?

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Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie

NNPC Limited – Conflict Of Interest Considerations

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Balogun Harold

Series A Financing – What To Expect

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Balogun Harold

Pre-Series Financing: Key Insights For Founders

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Balogun Harold

Startups & Shareholders' Agreement

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Balogun Harold

Term Sheets In Nigeria

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Balogun Harold

Nigeria's Insurance Industry Reform Act, 2025: A Deep Dive Into Reform And Its Challenges

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Advocaat Law Practice

EFCC And Tax Enforcement: What Nigerian Companies Need To Know About Tax Investigations By The EFCC

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Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie

Regulatory Update: Key Legal And Compliance Changes In The Cbn Guidelines For The Operations Of Agent Banking In Nigeria

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Pavestones Legal

The New Capital Gains Tax In Nigeria: Key Considerations For Foreign Investors

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Pavestones Legal

Understanding AI Liability: Who's Responsible When Algorithms Err?

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Consortium Agreements: Structuring Considerations In Nigeria

Consortium Agreements remain one of the crucial ways to win and execute public private partnerships and high-stakes public and private contracts.

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Balogun Harold

Meta's Changes: More Speech, Fewer Mistakes

As of 2025, Meta has 3.07 billion monthly active users.

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Balogun Harold

Jemimah Orevaoghene: A Lesson On Investing With Your Sixth Sense (Podcast)

In this episode of Venture Voices, Deangeor Chin and Raquel Smith of Lowenstein's Africa practice speak with Jemimah Orevaoghene, a Venture Capital Director at Morgan Stanley and Africa portfolio leader...

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Lowenstein Sandler

PEVCA 2024 Mid-Year Review And Strategic Outlook

We are pleased to introduce this inaugural edition of PEVCA Nigeria's 2024 Mid-Year Review and Outlook, a publication that delves into the key trends, challenges, and opportunities...

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G ELIAS

Top 10 Biggest Startups In Nigeria By Market Valuation

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The Trusted Advisors

Eloho Omame: A Female Investor's Perspective On The VC Market In Africa (Podcast)

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Lowenstein Sandler

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

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The Trusted Advisors

How To Hire Employees For A Startup In Nigeria

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The Trusted Advisors

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

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The Trusted Advisors

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

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The Trusted Advisors

Understanding Risk Management And Dispute Resolution For Nigerian Startups

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The Trusted Advisors

Contractual Agreements Nigerian Startups Should Have

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The Trusted Advisors

Navigating Equity Distribution Legalities In Nigerian Startups Ecosystem

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The Trusted Advisors

Leading Startup Law Firm In Abuja, Nigeria (2024)

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The Trusted Advisors

Understanding Risk Management And Dispute Resolution For Nigerian Startups

Startups in Nigeria face several challenges, from financial uncertainties and legal issues to operational hiccups and market fluctuations. Understanding effective risk management...

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The Trusted Advisors

Contractual Agreements Nigerian Startups Should Have

Starting a business in Nigeria is an exciting venture, but it comes with its own set of challenges. One of the most critical aspects of running a successful startup is having the right contractual agreements in place.

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The Trusted Advisors

Navigating Equity Distribution Legalities In Nigerian Startups Ecosystem

The Nigerian startup ecosystem has experienced significant growth in recent years, driven by youth, increased internet usage, and a lively entrepreneurial culture.

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The Trusted Advisors

Leading Startup Law Firm In Abuja, Nigeria (2024)

Nigeria's capital city, Abuja, is the second best startup ecosystem in Nigeria, after Lagos, and is ranked fourth in West Africa.

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The Trusted Advisors

Exploring Financing Strategies/Options For Tech Startups In Nigeria

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Stren & Blan Partners

Crowdfunding In Nigeria – A Review Of The Securities And Exchange Commission Proposed Rules

Crowdfunding, also known as "online financing," is defined as raising funds to finance a project or business from the public using an online platform.

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Tope Adebayo LP

The Nigerian Startup Act – Putting The Startup And Engagement Portal To Work

In November 2023, the Minister of Communications, Innovations and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, announced the launch of the startup support...

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Templars

Legal Due Diligence – A Precursor To Successful Investments In Startups

Generally, investments are a significant source of capital for startups, and a startup's ability to attract investments is often the difference between growth and stagnation.

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TLP Advisory

Understanding Startup Valuations And The Future Of Startup Investing

One of the most mystifying aspects for many founders is startup valuation. Determining the worth of a startup is crucial for various reasons, whether it is attracting investors...

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The Trusted Advisors

Key Legal Considerations For Investing In Nigerian Startups: A Guide For Private Equity And Venture Capitals

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The Trusted Advisors

Key Legal Considerations For Series A Funding: Investor Expectations

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Acuity Partners

Protecting And Maintaining Control Over Your Startup: A Note To Founders

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Pavestones Legal

Optimizing Growth: Exploring Financing Options And Combining Methods For Sme Success

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Pavestones Legal

The Collapse Of Silicon Valley Bank And The Risks Of A Similar Occurrence In Nigeria

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

25 Key Concepts In Fundraising For Startups

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The Trusted Advisors

Differentiating SAFE From Convertible Note And Loan Note: Exploring Investment Instruments

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How Safe Is SAFE For Fundraising? Exploring The Pros And Cons

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SAFE: Understanding The Concept And Who Should Adopt It For Startup Funding

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21 Key Points In Start-Up Valuation

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Basics Of Funding – Understanding Dilution Rights In Investment

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The Trusted Advisors

Navigating Legal Factors After Fundraising: Insights For Startup Success

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Preparing For Funding: Major Legal Issues And Lessons For Aspiring Founders

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The Trusted Advisors

SAFE Finance In Nigeria

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PUNUKA Attorneys & Solicitors

Turnover And Control Considerations For Merger Clearance In Nigeria

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Balogun Harold

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