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When 'I Quit!' Is Said In Anger: Legal Implications And Best Practices For Nigerian Employers And Employees

In today's fast-paced and demanding work environments, emotions often run high.

Nigeria Employment

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SimmonsCooper Partners

Extension Of Probation Period – Analysis Of Ann Chiamaka Nwanguma v. Artee Industries Ltd's Case

Under Nigerian labour laws, the length and conditions of probation are determined by the terms agreed upon by the parties, often allowing employers to extend the period at their discretion.

Nigeria Employment

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Olajide Oyewole LLP

National Pension Commission Introduces New Pension Contribution Remittance System

The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has taken a significant step towards modernising Nigeria's pension system with the launch of the Pension Contribution Remittance System (PCRS).

Nigeria Employment

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KPMG Nigeria

Job Abandonment – Frequently Asked Questions

In recent years in Nigeria, more people are relocating abroad for better opportunities for work, improved quality of life, higher education, etc. This has led to many employees leaving their jobs without notice or proper engagement with their employers about their plans.

Nigeria Employment

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Olajide Oyewole LLP

Remote Work: Its Impact On Employee Productivity And Service Delivery In Nigerian Organisations - Part One

Nigeria Employment

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

How To Hire And Fire

Nigeria Employment

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G ELIAS

Employee Rights: Employers Offering Employees The Right To Resign Or Be Terminated.

Nigeria Employment

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G ELIAS

Execution And Termination Of Employment Contracts: Legal Framework And Best Practices In Nigeria

Nigeria Employment

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TLP Advisory

Case Study: Royal Exchange PLC And Anor v. Ejike Osisioma Suit NO. NICN/LA/12/2019– Jurisdictional Challenges In Employee Loan Recovery At The NICN

Nigeria Employment

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PUNUKA Attorneys & Solicitors

The Role Of Restraint Of Trade Clauses In Employment Contracts

Nigeria Employment

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The Trusted Advisors

The Concept Of Unfair Labour Practices In Nigeria Through The Cases

Nigeria Employment

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Balancing Employment And Redundancy During Divestment In Nigeria

Nigeria Employment

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

SKYE BANK PLC v. ADEGUN (SC/406/2018): International Best Practices In Nigerian Labour And Industrial Relations

Nigeria Employment

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G ELIAS

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

Nigeria Employment

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Banwo & Ighodalo

President Tinubu Signs The Investment And Securities Act 2025 Into Law

Nigeria Commercial

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Stren & Blan Partners

Compliance Imperatives: What Financial Institutions Should Know About The Nigerian Financial Unit Suspicious Transaction Reporting Guidelines

Nigeria Government

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Famsville Solicitors

The Nigeria Data Protection Commission Issues The General Application And Implementation Directive 2025 (GAID)

Nigeria Privacy

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Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie

Who Inherits Property When There Is No Will In Nigeria?

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The Trusted Advisors

Adultery And Divorce In Nigeria: Legal Strategies For Proving Cases

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Ebelechukwu Law Firm

Contract of Employment

When 'I Quit!' Is Said In Anger: Legal Implications And Best Practices For Nigerian Employers And Employees

In today's fast-paced and demanding work environments, emotions often run high.

Nigeria Employment

SP

SimmonsCooper Partners

Extension Of Probation Period – Analysis Of Ann Chiamaka Nwanguma v. Artee Industries Ltd's Case

Under Nigerian labour laws, the length and conditions of probation are determined by the terms agreed upon by the parties, often allowing employers to extend the period at their discretion.

Nigeria Employment

OO

Olajide Oyewole LLP

Restricting Competition Or Protecting Interests? Navigating Non-Compete Agreements In Nigeria

Non-compete agreements, also known as "covenants not to compete" or "contracts in restraint of trade," have always attracted legal scrutiny in many jurisdictions, including Nigeria.

Nigeria Anti-trust

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SimmonsCooper Partners

Job Abandonment – Frequently Asked Questions

Nigeria Employment

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Olajide Oyewole LLP

How To Hire And Fire

Nigeria Employment

GE

G ELIAS

Employee Rights: Employers Offering Employees The Right To Resign Or Be Terminated.

Nigeria Employment

GE

G ELIAS

Execution And Termination Of Employment Contracts: Legal Framework And Best Practices In Nigeria

Nigeria Employment

TA

TLP Advisory

Case Study: Royal Exchange PLC And Anor v. Ejike Osisioma Suit NO. NICN/LA/12/2019– Jurisdictional Challenges In Employee Loan Recovery At The NICN

Nigeria Employment

PA

PUNUKA Attorneys & Solicitors

The Role Of Restraint Of Trade Clauses In Employment Contracts

Nigeria Employment

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The Trusted Advisors

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Discrimination, Disability & Sexual Harassment

Women's Inheritance Rights Under The Constitution: The Case Of Ukeje V. Ukeje And Matters Arising

Gender discrimination remains an agelong issue that is presently receiving the attention of the world community. The position of women in law and society has attracted public interest and generated public discourse...

Nigeria Government

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Alliance Law Firm

How To Hire And Fire

The National Industrial Court of Nigeria (NICN) is the court vested with the exclusive jurisdiction to adjudicate on labour and employment disputes in Nigeria.

Nigeria Employment

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G ELIAS

The Impact Of Trump's Executive Orders On Dei Programs And Implications For U.S. Contractors In Nigeria

On 20th and 21st January 2025, the President of the United States of America, Donald Trump, signed two significant executive orders aimed at reshaping workplace policies across federal agencies and potentially beyond.

Nigeria Commercial

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Famsville Solicitors

Employer's Duty To The Employee Under Nigerian Labour Law

Nigeria Employment

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The Trusted Advisors

Remedies For Wrongful Termination Of Employment In Nigeria

Nigeria Employment

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Resolution Law Firm

Best Employment And Labour Law Firm In Lagos, Nigeria (2024)

Nigeria Employment

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The Trusted Advisors

Gender Violence: A Legal Perspective (Video)

Nigeria Employment

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Templars

Employee Compensation Act 2010: Legal Considerations And Realities | The Trusted Advisors

Nigeria Employment

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The Trusted Advisors

Navigating Employee Paycuts In Nigeria: A Comprehensive Guide For Employers And Employees.

Nigeria Employment

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Famsville Solicitors

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Retirement, Superannuation & Pensions

National Pension Commission Introduces New Pension Contribution Remittance System

The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has taken a significant step towards modernising Nigeria's pension system with the launch of the Pension Contribution Remittance System (PCRS).

Nigeria Employment

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KPMG Nigeria

How To Hire And Fire

The National Industrial Court of Nigeria (NICN) is the court vested with the exclusive jurisdiction to adjudicate on labour and employment disputes in Nigeria.

Nigeria Employment

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G ELIAS

Execution And Termination Of Employment Contracts: Legal Framework And Best Practices In Nigeria

In Nigeria, employment contracts play a vital role in establishing a clear understanding between employers and employees regarding the terms and conditions of their working relationship.

Nigeria Employment

TA

TLP Advisory

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

Nigeria Employment

BI

Banwo & Ighodalo

Social Security Verification Exercises In Nigeria – The Case For A More Seamless Process

Nigeria Employment

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KPMG Nigeria

National Pension Commission Issues Circular On Voluntary Contributions Under The Contributory Pension Scheme

Nigeria Employment

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KPMG Nigeria

Tax Implications Of Workforce Engagement Forms In Nigeria – A Guide For Local And Foreign Employers

Nigeria Employment

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Andersen in Nigeria

Improving Participation In The Pension Scheme

Nigeria Employment

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KPMG Nigeria

Understanding Corporate Governance For Licensed Pension Operators In Nigeria

Nigeria Commercial

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The Trusted Advisors

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Unfair/ Wrongful Dismissal

How To Hire And Fire

The National Industrial Court of Nigeria (NICN) is the court vested with the exclusive jurisdiction to adjudicate on labour and employment disputes in Nigeria.

Nigeria Employment

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G ELIAS

Employee Rights: Employers Offering Employees The Right To Resign Or Be Terminated.

Recent developments on the application of international best practices to labour and employment disputes by Nigerian courts have raised several issues that require pragmatic solutions from employers.

Nigeria Employment

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G ELIAS

Execution And Termination Of Employment Contracts: Legal Framework And Best Practices In Nigeria

In Nigeria, employment contracts play a vital role in establishing a clear understanding between employers and employees regarding the terms and conditions of their working relationship.

Nigeria Employment

TA

TLP Advisory

SKYE BANK PLC v. ADEGUN (SC/406/2018): International Best Practices In Nigerian Labour And Industrial Relations

Nigeria Employment

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G ELIAS

Termination Of Contract Of Employment In Nigeria – Remedy Of Specific Performance Or Reinstatement For Breach Of Contract Of Service

Nigeria Employment

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Nomos Legal Practice

Remedies For Wrongful Termination Of Employment In Nigeria

Nigeria Employment

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Resolution Law Firm

Termination Of Employment In Nigeria – A Brief Overview

Nigeria Employment

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Resolution Law Firm

Employment Bonds In Nigeria: Protecting Investments, Empowering Employees

Nigeria Employment

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SimmonsCooper Partners

Are Unwritten Employment Contracts Legally Valid And Enforceable In Nigeria?

Nigeria Employment

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

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International Women's Day 2022 (Video)

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The Trusted Advisors

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