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GAID 2025 Unpacked: Critical Updates On Data Processing, Individual Obligations, And Compliance Measures

On March 20, 2025, the Nigeria Data Protection Commission ("NDPC") released the General Application and Implementation Directive 2025 ("GAID"), superseding the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR) 2019.

Nigeria Privacy

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G ELIAS

New Rules For Fintechs In The Electricity Sector

Effective as of May 27 2025, the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission ("NERC") issued formal guidelines for the registration and engagement of Third-Party Collection Service Providers...

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Balogun Harold

Impact Of The Investment & Securities Act (2025) On Ownership And Use Of Virtual Assets In Nigeria

The Investment and Securities Act (ISA) 2025 was enacted on March 31, 2025 by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to replace the previous ISA, updating the law with provisions impacting emerging trends...

Nigeria Technology

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Pavestones Legal

CBN Guidelines On Digital Lending In Nigeria: Legal Obligations For Fintechs And Lenders

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), in partnership with the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), has rolled out comprehensive regulatory measures...

Nigeria Technology

Danol Partners

Overview Of The SEC's Amendments To The Rules On Digital Assets Issuance, Offering Platform, Exchange And Custody And Inclusion Of Digital Assets As Security In The New Investment And Securities Act

Nigeria Technology

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AELEX

Strengthening Investor Protection In Nigeria: The SEC's Role In Mitigating Ponzi Schemes Under The ISA, 2025

Nigeria Commercial

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Pavestones Legal

An Overview Of The Nigerian Investment And Securities Act 2025

Nigeria Finance

Gresyndale Legal

The Inclusion Of Digital Assets In The Nigerian Investment And Securities Act 2025: A Positive Development For The Securities Sector.

Nigeria Technology

Gresyndale Legal

What The Investment And Securities Act 2025 Means For Digital And Virtual Assets In Nigeria

Nigeria Technology

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Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie

Review Of The Investment And Securities Act Of 2025

Nigeria Commercial

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The Trusted Advisors

Major Highlights Of The Investments And Securities Act, 2025: A New Dawn For Nigeria's Capital Market

Nigeria Commercial

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Alliance Law Firm

ISA 2025: What Investors Need To Know About Nigeria's New Capital Market Law

Nigeria Commercial

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Tope Adebayo LP

Regulatory Update: President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Signs The Long-Awaited Investments And Securities Act 2025

Nigeria Commercial

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Banking And Finance In Nigeria: The Regulatory Framework At A Glance

Nigeria Finance

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Pavestones Legal

Taxation In Nigeria: A Review Of The Newly Approved VAT Formula

Gresyndale Legal

Webinar: Evolving Global Investigations Landscape: Risk Management And Response Strategies For International Businesses In Africa

Worldwide Litigation

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Stren & Blan Partners

An Overview Of The Regulatory Changes In The Nigerian Banking & Finance Sector In 2024 And Outlook For 2025

Nigeria Finance

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Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie

The Role Of A Company Secretary In Ensuring Regulatory Compliance For A Company In Nigeria

Nigeria Commercial

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

How To Obtain A Digital Money Lending License In Nigeria

Nigeria Commercial

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Firmus Advisory

How The ISA 2025 Reshapes The Nigerian Virtual Asset Market

In early 2025, Nigeria's rapidly growing cryptocurrency sector reached a major turning point. After years of regulatory confusion and a well-known banking ban on crypto transactions, a new law changed everything. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu signed the Investments and Securities Act 2025 (ISA 2025) into law, officially recognizing digital assets and cryptocurrencies as securities. This landmark legislation replaces the previous 2007 statute and broadens the definition of "securities" in Section 3

Nigeria Technology

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Tope Adebayo LP

Investment And Securities Act 2025 – The New Era Of Securities Exchanges

The Investment and Securities Act, 2025 (ISA 2025) represents a significant regulatory development, particularly for those operating in and around digital asset markets including Fintech. In our previous newsletter*, we highlighted the important changes made to the capital market by the ISA 2025.

Nigeria Finance

PL

Pavestones Legal

Investment And Securities Act 2024: The Major Highlights Of The Nigeria's New Investment Law

The investment and Securities Act (ISA) 2024 was signed into law by President Bola Tinubu in March 2025. The Act repealed the Investment and Securities Act (ISA) 2007.

Nigeria Commercial

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

Digitalisation Of Real Estate Transactions In Nigeria: A Legal Perspective

The Nigerian real estate sector is undergoing a significant transformation driven by technological advancements. The adoption of digital tools such as virtual reality...

Nigeria Real Estate

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

The Legal Requirements for the Operation of Payment Services by Financial Technology Companies in Nigeria

Nigeria Finance

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Candelp

The Impact Of The Central Bank Of Nigeria's (CBN) Regulations And Consumer Protection For FinTech Companies

Nigeria Consumer

Gresyndale Legal

API Licensing In Nigeria

Nigeria Technology

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Balogun Harold

An Overview Of Nigeria's Regulatory Landscape For Fintech In 2024 And Outlook For 2025

Nigeria Technology

UU

Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie

Legal Framework And Strategies For Anti-Money Laundering (AML) And Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF) Compliance In Nigeria

Nigeria Government

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TLP Advisory

Why Nigeria Is The Next Frontier For Chinese Investors | FDI In Gaming, Tech & Infrastructure

Nigeria Government

TT

The Trusted Advisors

How To Apply For A Fintech Switching And Processing License In Nigeria

Nigeria Technology

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

Navigating The Fintech Legal Landscape In Kenya, 2025

Nigeria Technology

Gresyndale Legal

Financial Sector 2024 Round-Up And 2025 Forecast

Nigeria Finance

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Stren & Blan Partners

Regulatory Outlook For The Technology Sector In 2025

Nigeria Privacy

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AELEX

How To Apply For A Fintech Switching And Processing License In Nigeria

Fintech are computer programs and other technology used to support or enable banking and financial services.

Nigeria Technology

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

Navigating The Fintech Legal Landscape In Kenya, 2025

Kenya has emerged as a leader in Africa's fintech ecosystem, leveraging technology to revolutionize financial services.

Nigeria Technology

Gresyndale Legal

Financial Sector 2024 Round-Up And 2025 Forecast

Nigeria's financial sector saw 30% growth in 2024, fueled by $6 billion in foreign investments. New CBN regulations mandate higher bank capital bases by 2026, prompting reforms like mergers and partnerships.

Nigeria Finance

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Stren & Blan Partners

Regulatory Outlook For The Technology Sector In 2025

As 2025 unfolds, regulatory dynamics are set to play a significant role in shaping the business landscape. Many of these regulatory actions started to take shape toward the end of 2024 but are expected...

Nigeria Privacy

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AELEX

Setting Up A Cryptocurrency Company In Nigeria

Nigeria Technology

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Pavestones Legal

Navigating The Legal Landscape Of Cryptocurrency In Nigeria Post-CBN Circular 2023: A Detailed Review Of The Central Bank Of Nigeria's 2023 Circular On Cryptocurrency And Its Impact On The Technology Sector

In February 2021, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) banned financial institutions from facilitating cryptocurrency transactions, aiming to address concerns over fraud, volatility, and financial crime.

Nigeria Technology

Compos Mentis Legal Practitioners

Spotlight On AI Development In Nigeria

Nigeria boasts a resilient tech foundation, so it's no surprise that Sam Altman, creator of OpenAI, said, "Nigeria has been the biggest adopter of Artificial Intelligence in Africa."

Nigeria Technology

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Olajide Oyewole LLP

Send, Receive, Thrive: Nigeria's Updated International Money Transfer Regime

International Money Transfer Operators ("IMTOs") in Nigeria are companies or organisations authorised by the Central Bank of Nigeria ("CBN") to facilitate the transfer of funds from individuals...

Nigeria Technology

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Lexworth Legal Partners

How To Obtain An Imto License In Nigeria

The international money transfer operator (IMTO) licence is one that is required for the provision of inbound cross-border payment services from overseas to Nigerians and foreigners ...

Nigeria Technology

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Firmus Advisory

Regulatory Update: The Nigeria Foreign Exchange (FX) Code

Nigeria Finance

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Pavestones Legal

Fintech Regulation In Nigeria: CBN Directives On Payment Terminal Services

Nigeria Technology

PL

Pavestones Legal

Central Bank Of Nigeria: Monetary, Credit, Foreign Trade And Exchange Policy Guidelines (2024/2025)

Nigeria Technology

PL

Pavestones Legal

Fintech Laws And Regulations 2024 - Nigeria Chapter

Nigeria Technology

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G ELIAS

Top 10 Biggest Startups In Nigeria By Market Valuation

Nigeria Commercial

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The Trusted Advisors

Nigeria's Peculiar Market: A Prime Destination For Venture Technology And Emerging Growth Companies

Nigeria Commercial

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Famsville Solicitors

Operating a Crypto Trading Company in Nigeria: Regulatory Requirements

Nigeria Technology

PL

Pavestones Legal

Regulatory Compliance For Startups In Nigeria: A Sectorial Overview

Nigeria Compliance

TT

The Trusted Advisors

Types Of Fintech Licenses Required For Operation In Nigeria

Nigeria Technology

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

Trademark Protection Strategies For Fintech Startups

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Inventa

Binance Announces Sudden Exit From Nigeria's Financial Ecosystem, What's Really Going On?

Nigeria Technology

Gresyndale Legal

Smart Contracts: Assessing Some Legal Implications Of Its Use In The Nigerian Capital Market

Nigeria Technology

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Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie

Administration Of Capital Gains Tax In The Digital Assets Economy

Nigeria Technology

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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

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

Nigeria Media & IT

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The Trusted Advisors

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