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Peppercorn Clauses And Direct Assignments: When "Administrative Convenience" Reallocates Risk In Nigerian Land Transactions

In Nigerian property transactions, developers frequently request original landowners to execute direct assignments to downstream purchasers, often reciting nominal or "peppercorn" consideration.

Nigeria Real Estate

Brickhouse Solicitors

Structuring High-Rise Residential Developments In Nigeria: Strategic Considerations For Landowners And Developers

Rapid urbanization, land scarcity, and rising demand for housing are reshaping Nigeria's residential landscape. These developments not only shape the urban landscape but also have profound implications...

Nigeria Real Estate

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G ELIAS

A Complete Guide To Conducting Due Diligence Before Buying Land In Nigeria

Like any other investment, buying a landed property in Nigeria comes with risks. Yet, it remains one of the most rewarding investments if done right and with the right professionals.

Nigeria Real Estate

uA

Firmus Advisory

Off-Plan Property Investments: What The Contracts Really Say (And Don't Say)

A few months ago, a client of ours, full of excitement reached out to us. She had just received an offer letter for a luxury off-plan apartment in Lagos.

Nigeria Real Estate

CL

Charis Legal Practice

When Will You Require A Land Information Certificate Regarding A Parcel Of Land (Video)

Nigeria Real Estate

AS

Abdu-Salaam Abbas & Co.

A Review Of The Supreme Court's Decision In Eyiboh -v- Mujaddadi

Nigeria Real Estate

AS

Abdu-Salaam Abbas & Co.

Can A Planning Permit Be Regarded As A Title Document To A Property? (Video)

Nigeria Real Estate

AS

Abdu-Salaam Abbas & Co.

Documents Required To Apply For Governor's Consent Regarding A Real Estate Transaction Lagos State

Nigeria Real Estate

AS

Abdu-Salaam Abbas & Co.

Documents Required To Apply For The Hon. Minister Of Housing And Urban Development's Consent Regarding A Real Estate Transaction Involving A Federal Property

Nigeria Real Estate

AS

Abdu-Salaam Abbas & Co.

Understanding The Procedure For Applying For An Extract Of Title Regarding A Lost Or Destroyed Title Document

Nigeria Real Estate

AS

Abdu-Salaam Abbas & Co.

Land Acquisition In Lagos State: Step-By-Step Guide And Key Legal Considerations

Nigeria Real Estate

uA

Firmus Advisory

Real Estate Due Diligence: What Every Buyer Must Know

Nigeria Real Estate

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Should A Property Owner Notify Their Beneficiaries After Selling Their Property? (Video)

Nigeria Real Estate

AS

Abdu-Salaam Abbas & Co.

All The Permits You Need As A Real Estate Developer In Lagos State

Nigeria Real Estate

uA

Firmus Advisory

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

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Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie

Understanding Personal Income Tax Under The Nigerian Tax Act 2025

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

2025 Oil Licensing Round: What To Know About The New Bid Portal, Fiscal Terms And Contracting Models

AO

Aluko & Oyebode

What You Should Know About The New Data Protection Compliance Audit Regime In Nigeria

Nigeria Privacy

AP

Advocaat Law Practice

The NNPC Gas Master Plan 2026_ What It Means For Operators Investors And Gas Buyers In Nigeria

AP

Advocaat Law Practice

Fragmented Land Title Regimes In Lagos State: Federal Roots, State Regularisation, And The Persistence Of Structural Uncertainty

Although Nigerian land law is formally unified under the Land Use Act 1978 (LUA), real estate transactions in Lagos State operate in practice under multiple and overlapping title regimes.

Nigeria Real Estate

Brickhouse Solicitors

The Lagos State Tenancy Bill 2025: Essential Insights For Commercial Landlords

As Lagos State takes a bold legislative step towards reshaping its housing framework, the introduction of the Tenancy and Recovery of Premises Bill ("TRPB" or the "Bill") 2025 has sparked...

Nigeria Real Estate

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Templars

30th Conference Of Directors Of Land In The Federal And State MDAs | Kano, Nigeria

Dr. Kemi Onanuga, Partner & Head of the Real Estate Practice Group, delivered an impactful keynote address at the 30th Conference of Directors of Land within the Federal and State Ministries...

Nigeria Real Estate

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Environmental And Urban Planning Laws In Nigeria

Understanding urban planning laws in Nigeria is essential for any real estate developer or investor seeking to build, lease, or manage properties in compliance with the law.

Nigeria Real Estate

SL

Scott's Legal

Zoning Laws In Nigeria Real Estate Investors Should Know

Nigeria Real Estate

SL

Scott's Legal

Property Development In Nigeria – Its Legal Framework

Nigeria Real Estate

SL

Scott's Legal

Dr. Olisa Agbakoba's Open Letter To The Minister Of Finance: A 3-Point Blueprint For Building A Quadrillion-Naira Nigerian Economy

Nigeria Strategy

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Can The Lagos State Real Estate Regulatory Authority (LASRERA) Be The Game-Changer In Resolving Real Estate Disputes In Lagos State?

Nigeria Real Estate

AS

Abdu-Salaam Abbas & Co.

The ₦72M Win: How Our ₦800k Due Diligence Fee Saved A Client From Catastrophe

Nigeria Real Estate

CL

Charis Legal Practice

How Due Diligence Exposed A Multi-Million Naira Scam In Lagos

Nigeria Real Estate

CL

Charis Legal Practice

Avoid Property Scams In Nigeria: Why Real Estate Due Diligence Is A Must Before You Buy

Nigeria Real Estate

CL

Charis Legal Practice

What Nigerian Courts Really Say About Your Real Estate Documents

Nigeria Real Estate

CL

Charis Legal Practice

Why Proper Documentation Is Good Business For You As A Real Estate Investor

Nigeria Real Estate

CL

Charis Legal Practice

Your Dream Property Could Be A Nightmare: The Hidden Costs Of Poor Documentation

Nigeria Real Estate

CL

Charis Legal Practice

Avoid Property Scams In Nigeria: Why Real Estate Due Diligence Is A Must Before You Buy

Buying real estate in Nigeria can be a rewarding investment—if done correctly. However, countless buyers lose millions every year due to fraudulent sellers, fake land titles, and hidden legal issues.

Nigeria Real Estate

CL

Charis Legal Practice

What Nigerian Courts Really Say About Your Real Estate Documents

Imagine investing your hard-earned money in real estate in Lagos or real estate in Abuja, only to have a complete stranger claim ownership.

Nigeria Real Estate

CL

Charis Legal Practice

Why Proper Documentation Is Good Business For You As A Real Estate Investor

Many real estate investors in Nigeria fail to grasp that the real "good business" isn't just about the property itself; it's about the paper that proves you own it.

Nigeria Real Estate

CL

Charis Legal Practice

Your Dream Property Could Be A Nightmare: The Hidden Costs Of Poor Documentation

Congratulations! You've just acquired that dream property in the heart of real estate in Lagos. The excitement is palpable, the celebrations are in order.

Nigeria Real Estate

CL

Charis Legal Practice

Buying A House In Lagos? Hidden Clauses You'll Be Glad You Knew

Nigeria Real Estate

CL

Charis Legal Practice

Understanding The Full Extent Of Amcon's Power To Seize A Property Through Lawsuits Involving The Recovery Of Debts: A Review Of The Decision In Amcon -V- Funmilayo Adeyemi (Unreported: Suit No. FHC/L/CS/1696/2018, Judgement Delivered On 15 July 2020)

The surest way to preserve a debtor's property from dissipation is that the property be attached by a Court order against eventual disposal while proceedings...

Nigeria Real Estate

AS

Abdu-Salaam Abbas & Co.

Illegal Estates In Lagos State: The Importance Of Having A Layout Approval For An Estate

On 4 August 2025, the Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development ("the Ministry"), issued a list comprising one hundred and seventy-six (176) illegal estates...

Nigeria Real Estate

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Abdu-Salaam Abbas & Co.

Do You Require A Planning Permit To Embark On The Renovation Of A Property In Lagos State?

Many property owners or developers in Lagos State are unaware of the crucial legal difference between repair work and renovation work on a property.

Nigeria Real Estate

AS

Abdu-Salaam Abbas & Co.

Why Your Real Estate Company Risks Millions Without The Right Legal Partner

Tunde Real Estate company was booming. Property development projects were fast progressing, investors were showing keen interest, and the company's real estate investments were starting to turn heads across Lagos.

Nigeria Real Estate

CL

Charis Legal Practice

How Real Estate Investment Schemes Are Reshaping Nigeria's Property Market And Creating New Opportunities For Investors

Nigeria Real Estate

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Tope Adebayo LP

Legal Framework For Land Registration And Title Perfection In Nigeria

Nigeria Real Estate

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The Trusted Advisors

Omo Oni Ile Rights In Nigeria: Are They Valid Or Extinguishable?

Nigeria Real Estate

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Review Of The Lagos State Tenancy And Recovery Of Premises Draft Bill, 2025

Nigeria Real Estate

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

A Review Of The Lagos State Tenancy And Recovery Of Premises Bill 2025

Nigeria Real Estate

TT

The Trusted Advisors

Key Legal Considerations When Purchasing Family Or Communal Land

Nigeria Real Estate

TA

Tunde & Adisa

Nigerian Real Estate Matters Lagos State's Crackdown On 176 Illegal Estates: A Legal Perspective

Nigeria Real Estate

SA

S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

LASPA: Parking Regulations In Lagos State

Nigeria Compliance

BH

Balogun Harold

Don't Buy That Property Just Yet – Read This First

Nigeria Real Estate

Acuity Partners LLP

Lagos State Publishes List Of Over 170 Illegal Estates

Nigeria Real Estate

BH

Balogun Harold

Land Tenure System In Benin – Where Does The Mace Lie, The Governor Or The Oba?

Nigeria Real Estate

TA

Tope Adebayo LP

LASBCA "Request-for-Documents" Letters: Key Considerations

Nigeria Real Estate

BH

Balogun Harold

Perfection Of Title: What It Means And Why It Is Important

Nigeria Real Estate

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Managing Construction Disputes In Nigeria: A Strategic Guide

Nigeria Real Estate

GE

G ELIAS

Real Estate Tokenisation In Lagos: The Future Of Property Investments In Nigeria

Nigeria Real Estate

PL

Pavestones Legal

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When Will You Require A Land Information Certificate Regarding A Parcel Of Land (Video)

AS

Abdu-Salaam Abbas & Co.

Can A Planning Permit Be Regarded As A Title Document To A Property? (Video)

AS

Abdu-Salaam Abbas & Co.

Should A Property Owner Notify Their Beneficiaries After Selling Their Property? (Video)

AS

Abdu-Salaam Abbas & Co.

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