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Highlights Of The Guidelines Letters Circulars And Notifications Issued In February 2026

The Nigerian Communications Commission (‘NCC'), the National Pension Commission (‘PenCom'), the Nigeria Revenue Service (‘NRS'), the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria (‘FRCN')...

Nigeria Media & IT

AP

Advocaat Law Practice

TMT Nuggets Q4 2025 Review

The fourth quarter of 2025 was marked by accelerated regulatory intervention, landmark judicial pronouncements, and rapid commercial and technological evolution in the Telecommunications, Media and Technology...

Nigeria Media & IT

AP

Advocaat Law Practice

TMT Comparative Guide

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

Nigeria Media & IT

Duke & Bobmanuel

The NCC Internet Code Of Practice 2025: Implications For Stakeholders And The Regulation Of Online Communication Platforms

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) recently published a draft Internet Code of Practice (the "Code"), aimed at promoting a safer and more responsible internet environment for consumers.

Nigeria Media & IT

PL

Pavestones Legal

E-Governance Unlocked: What Nigeria's 2024 Digital Economy Bill Means For Businesses And The Government

Nigeria Technology

SB

Stren & Blan Partners

Obtaining An International Gateway License In Nigeria - Key Considerations

Nigeria Media & IT

BH

Balogun Harold

No Consent, No Use: How The Quilox Decision Strengthens Image Rights Protection In Nigeria

Nigeria Privacy

PA

PUNUKA Attorneys & Solicitors

NCC Internet Code Of Practice 2025: New Obligations For Online Platforms

Nigeria Media & IT

BH

Balogun Harold

Commercial Satellite Operations In Nigeria - Key Considerations For Nigeria Market Entry

Nigeria Media & IT

BH

Balogun Harold

IT, Tech And Telecom's Newsletter

Nigeria Media & IT

BC

Babalakin & Co.Legal Practitioners

Data Centers In Nigeria: Infrastructure, Regulation, And Its Significant Role In Digital Transformation

Nigeria Media & IT

BC

Babalakin & Co.Legal Practitioners

Nigeria Issues 2024 Online Trust And Safety Compliance Report

Nigeria Media & IT

BH

Balogun Harold

Obtaining A Startup Label Under The Nigeria Startup Act, 2022

Nigeria Commercial

BH

Balogun Harold

Unlocking Nigeria's Digital Future: The NCC's Proposed Spectrum Strategy And Its Implications For Space Service Operators And Broadband Expansion

Nigeria Media & IT

SK

Streamsowers & Kohn

Comprehensive Guide: Personal Income Tax Deductions Under The Nigeria Tax Act 2025

Syntegral Legal Practice

ESG- Driven Transformation In Nigeria's Mining Sector: Bridging Policy, Practice And Profitability

KN

KPMG Nigeria

Nigeria's FinTech Regulatory Framework: Key 2025 Developments And Outlook For 2026

Nigeria Technology

UU

Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie

Medical Negligence And Patient Safety In Nigeria: What The Law Says In 2026

Nigeria Healthcare

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Marriage And Property In Nigeria: What Couples Need To Know About Their Rights

SP

SimmonsCooper Partners

Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOS) In Nigeria: Licensing Obligations

Nigeria's Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector is a critical driver of the country's digital economy.

Nigeria Media & IT

BC

Babalakin & Co.Legal Practitioners

Key Lessons For E-Commerce Businesses From The Case Of Chukwunweike Akosa Araka v. Ecart Internet Services Limited & Eat 'N' Go Limited

The recent decision of the Federal High Court in Akosa v. Ecart Internet Services Ltd and anor. sets a major precedent on how the Nigeria Data Protection Act, 2023 (the "NDPA") is enforced, particularly against unsolicited direct marketing.

Nigeria Privacy

TA

Tunde & Adisa

Beyond Entertainment: The Economic Promise Of Nigeria's Content Industry

In recent years, content creation has emerged as one of Nigeria's most dynamic and culturally significant industries.

Nigeria Media & IT

KN

KPMG Nigeria

When Should Liability Caps Be Applied – Before Or After Set-Off ?

Technology contracts frequently include liability caps. For example, a technology vendor might agree that "no more than 12 months' fees" can be claimed.

Nigeria Media & IT

BH

Balogun Harold

Online Trust & Safety In Nigeria: An Overview

Nigeria Media & IT

BH

Balogun Harold

Online Platforms In Nigeria – 2024 NITDA Compliance Report

Nigeria Compliance

BH

Balogun Harold

Online Safety & Cybercrimes: Navigating Nigeria's Cybersecurity Compliance And Safety Laws

Nigeria Technology

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Financing Technology Infrastructure Projects In Nigeria: Legal And Regulatory Considerations

Nigeria Technology

PL

Pavestones Legal

Digital Rights In 2023 - The Rise Of Deepfakes

Nigeria Privacy

C

Candelp

Community Journalism In Nigeria: Empowering Local Voices And Promoting Social Change

Nigeria Media & IT

SA

S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Content Moderation Compliance Report By The NITDA

Nigeria Media & IT

BH

Balogun Harold

Should Startups And Innovators Be Concerned About The Proposed National Information Technology Development Agency ("Nitda") Act 2021?

Nigeria Media & IT

TA

Tope Adebayo LP

Cybersquatting In Nigeria: Challenges And Countermeasures

Nigeria Technology

UU

Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie

Value Added Tax And Digital Services In Nigeria

SP

SimmonsCooper Partners

Content Moderation Compliance Report By The NITDA

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has just published its 2023 Compliance Report analysing the adherence of major social media platforms in Nigeria to the Code of Practice for Interactive Computer Service Platforms and Internet Intermediaries.

Nigeria Media & IT

BH

Balogun Harold

Should Startups And Innovators Be Concerned About The Proposed National Information Technology Development Agency ("Nitda") Act 2021?

The National Information Technology Development Agency Bill 2021 (the "Bill) which suddenly came into circulation in the past week, has raised concerns amongst industry stakeholders.

Nigeria Media & IT

TA

Tope Adebayo LP

Cybersquatting In Nigeria: Challenges And Countermeasures

In our digitally driven world, where the internet is a cornerstone of commerce, communication, and information dissemination, cybersquatting has emerged as a serious threat.

Nigeria Technology

UU

Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie

Value Added Tax And Digital Services In Nigeria

Value Added Tax (VAT) is an indirect tax imposed on the supply of goods and services. Historically, this supply of goods and services involved physical exchanges in specific locations known as markets, where the identities of the transaction parties were also disclosed.

SP

SimmonsCooper Partners

Top ICT And Media Law Firm In Lagos, Nigeria (2024)

Nigeria Media & IT

TT

The Trusted Advisors

Technology As A Tool For Enhancing Legal Services And Delivery Of Justice In Nigeria

Human history is replete with dynamic changes driven by technology powered innovations and the 21st century is no exception.

Nigeria Media & IT

AS

Aarndale Solicitors

E-Commerce In Nigeria: Legal Framework And Challenges

Electronic commerce (e-commerce) is the process of buying and selling tangible products and services online E-commerce relies on technology and digital platforms, including websites, mobile apps, and social media to make trade possible.

Nigeria Consumer

AS

Aarndale Solicitors

Understanding Internet Cookies: Enhancing Browsing Experience While Safeguarding Privacy

During a web search for a work project, I stumbled upon a website. However, a bothersome pop-up about cookies prevented me from proceeding further.

Nigeria Privacy

AS

Aarndale Solicitors

Learn The Rules Of Online Engagement: Introduction To Defamation, Privacy, And Cyberbullying

With the explosive rise of social media usage, in Nigeria, thanks to Gen Alpha and Gen Z, we are now experiencing a corresponding surge in online anti-social activity...

Nigeria Litigation

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Guide For Content Creators And Meme Shares: Navigating Intellectual Property On Social Media

A

Alliance Law Firm

Liability Of Internet Service Providers (ISPs) In Nigeria; Understanding The Safe Harbour Provisions

TT

The Trusted Advisors

The Law Of Cyberstalking In Nigeria

Nigeria Criminal

AS

Aarndale Solicitors

Social Media Regulation: An Overview Of The National Information Technology Development Agency's (NITDA) Code Of Practice For Interactive Computer Service Platforms/Internet Intermediaries

Nigeria Media & IT

LL

Lexworth Legal Partners

How The Use Of Emoji In Electronic Communication Can Lead To A Binding Contract

Nigeria Commercial

I

Infusion Lawyers

How To Register A Tech Company In Nigeria

Nigeria Commercial

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

Understanding Cyberbullying Laws In Nigeria: Victim Protection And Accountability

Nigeria Media & IT

TT

The Trusted Advisors

Data Protection: Asserting Control Over Your Digital Footprint

Nigeria Privacy

PL

Pavestones Legal

Legal Challenges In The Digital Age: Cybercrimes And Internet Regulations In Nigeria

Nigeria Criminal

TT

The Trusted Advisors

Data Privacy And Protection In Nigeria's IoT Environment

Nigeria Privacy

TT

The Trusted Advisors

Should Access To The Internet Be Designated A Fundamental Human Right

Nigeria Government

SA

S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Revisiting Nigeria's Legal Framework On Hate Speech And Fake News Post 2023 General Elections

Nigeria Media & IT

SA

S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Google's Policy Restricting The Activities Of Digital Loan Applications On Its Playstore In Nigeria: A Sign Of Elevated Regulatory Scrutiny

Nigeria Consumer

LL

Lexworth Legal Partners

Tax Appeal Tribunal Rules On Liability Of Network Service Providers To Pay The National Information Technology Development Agency Levy In Nigeria

BI

Banwo & Ighodalo

Citizen Journalism, Fake News And The Law Perspective In Nigeria

Nigeria Media & IT

SA

S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

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