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In Nigeria's evolving business landscape, upholding integrity is critical to achieving sustainable economic development. Corporate ethics form the cornerstone of this aspiration, as businesses that pay lip service...

In the fast-paced world of startups, innovative ideas drive entrepreneurial ventures, making startup contracts essential for protecting the interests of all parties involved.

The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation ("NNPC") is required under the new Petroleum Act ("PIA") 2021 to change its structure to a ‘commercially viable' entity in the form of a limited liability company.

In commercial litigation and pre-suit negotiations, parties frequently engage in settlement discussions to avoid protracted court battles. In an effort to protect such negotiations from later use in evidence, legal practitioners often label correspondence...

Rising costs. Delayed timelines. Frustrated partners. These are just a few of the issues that can arise when a contract does not anticipate unexpected increases in the cost of materials, labour, or fuel.

In recent years, the animal feed market in Nigeria has experienced significant growth due to factors like increased livestock production, technological advancement...

The global sports industry generates billions in revenue through broadcasting, sponsorships, and merchandising, with intellectual property rights serving as the invisible currency that determines ownership and profit. As Nigerian athletes command increasing global attention, this analysis examines whether they possess the legal tools and awareness necessary to protect and monetize their personal brands in an industry where image rights, trademarks...

When musicians sign contract with record labels, they agree that the labels will receive a percentage of the recording's revenues. As a reward, artists may well receive a wide network...

Copyright infringement is the unauthorised use of a copyrighted work without the authorisation of the copyright holder.

Where such consent has been given by the parties, can a party who has freely agreed to an arbitral award declare it illegal?

The Sporting industry is an important sector in the Nigerian ecosystem because it has contributed significantly to economic growth and has served as an avenue for fostering peace and unity.

Transactions involving commercial real estate can be complicated and necessitate careful attention to legal issues. Understanding the legal ramifications is essential to protecting your interests...

Arbitration Clauses in Commercial Contracts have become a generally acceptable practice. Unfortunately, Parties have been known to disregard Arbitration Clauses and swiftly resort to the traditional...

Jurisdiction is said to be the life wire of any judicial adjudication. Without requisite jurisdiction, the court would have gone on a voyage of nullity no matter how well conducted its proceedings...

Nigerian law prohibits foreign companies from carrying on business in Nigeria without f irst registering under the Companies and Allied Matters Act 2020.

When a Nigerian company descends into distress, the instinctive response of lawyers, bankers, and financial advisers is to focus on the balance sheet, to renegotiate debt, restructure credit facilities, and manage...

A Company limited by guarantee is a non-profit company registered solely for promoting objectives such as art, culture, science, education, religion, etc.

Investing in Nigerian startups and companies offers significant opportunities, but it also comes with unique challenges that demand careful evaluation.