The rapid evolution of digital finance has amplified the need for regulatory frameworks. Transformative technologies such as cryptocurrency e.g. stablecoins, amongst others, are already used for payments, remittances and cross-border settlements.

Many of the venture capital funds set-up by Nigerian sponsors are tech-focused and are domiciled offshore.

A trail of circulars from Central Bank of Nigeria and Nigeria's Securities and Exchange Commission has thrown the tech industry in a panic.

In Volume 1 of this Series, we discussed the concept of corporate reorganisations, a redesigning process that changes the ownership structure of a company to increase its long-term profitability.

Various business regulatory agencies regulate the activities of companies in Nigeria.

On the 7th of June, 2021, the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") ("the Commission") published its proposed Rule ("Rule") on Social Bonds in the Nigerian Capital Markets

Companies looking to raise finance from diversified sources for either working capital may do so by issuing equity or debt securities. Debt securities are financial instruments representing a debt...

Nigeria's position as the number one destination for startups in Africa has been sealed in recent years. According to Nairametrics, Nigerian startups have collectively raised a sum of $1.65 billion out of...

The Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Mr. Muhammad Nami, recently disclosed that ₦66 billion was recovered from stamp duties between January and May 2020.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on June 28 2024, released the Framework on Accelerated Regulatory Incubation Program (ARIP) for the onboarding...

With the rapid growth of technology, start-ups have continually found ways to improve financial services. This trend has been matched by the growing appetite of the consumers for faster and more convenient financial services.

On 29th March, 2025, the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, signed the Investment and Securities Act 2025 (the "ISA 2025") into law.

Nigeria is a popular investment destination in Africa due to its large economy and population size, which has led to a vast number of businesses operating in the country.

It is crucial for anyone desiring to establish and register a corporate entity in Nigeria to understand the various types provided under Nigerian law. The Companies and Allied Matters Act, 2020...

Credit rating agencies play a vital role in the global financial market, by providing independent assessments of a company's creditworthiness to investors.

Company administration is a strategic approach for restructuring businesses facing difficulties and involves the appointment of an independent professional (often called an administrator or manager) who takes control of the company for a set period.

On June 9 2022, the Central Bank of Nigeria ("CBN") issued the "Revised Guidelines For The Operation of Non-Interest Financial Institutions' Instruments by the Central Bank of Nigeria" (the "Guidelines")...

Recently, the financial inclusion programme of the Central Bank of Nigeria experienced a boost with the release of the revised guidelines for licensing ...

The ways in which an average Nigerian approaches financing has changed drastically within the past decade and the current financial services market is a reflection of this.

The Business Facilitation (Miscellaneous Provision) Act, 2023 was signed into law on 14 February 2023 to enhance the ease of doing business in Nigeria.