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For quite a long time, the law had seemed settled that a dispute arising out of an agreement tainted with fraud was not capable of being resolved by arbitration, because it is contrary to public policy.

The coronavirus (COVID-19) is a highly infectious disease which was first discovered in Wuhan China in 2019 and has been declared a global pandemic due to its ravaging impact across continents of the world.

In a contract of sale of goods, various incidents arise, especially in the 21st century where the sale of goods has moved from a physical location to various online spaces, including social media.

The commodity market is a significant driver of Nigeria's economic output, contributing between one - third and two - fifths of the national GDP .

On Friday, January 25, 2019, the Federal Government of Nigeria ("FGN"), in furtherance of its commitment to infrastructure development being a key growth driver and economic development enabler; ...

As international commercial disputes surge by over 30% post-pandemic, businesses face mounting pressure to resolve conflicts efficiently while protecting sensitive information and maintaining global enforceability. This analysis examines how arbitration agreements have become indispensable strategic tools in Nigeria's commercial landscape, offering expertise-driven resolution, confidentiality safeguards, and international recognition under the New York Convention.

The globalization of the digital economy has made the international movement of data standard operating procedure for modern businesses.

In an increasingly globalized economy, Double Taxation Agreements (DTAs) serve as critical instruments for fostering cross-border trade, investment, and cooperation

The Supreme Court of Nigeria has ruled that judgment debtors cannot file motions to set aside garnishee orders nisi, declaring such applications unknown to Nigerian law. This decision in Vitachem (Nig.) Ltd. v. DSM Sinochem Pharm. I.P. Ltd. fundamentally reshapes enforcement practice by clarifying that the only lawful response to a garnishee order nisi is a counter-affidavit to show cause, not a freestanding motion to set aside.

Contracts are executed with the expectation that certain conditions will continue to exist to facilitate the smooth performance of the contracts.

Startups wishing to operate with ease and avoid sanctions from regulators must pay attention to compliance and ensure that they understand regulations in countries in which they operate.

Nigeria holds the largest proven natural gas reserves in Africa. In January 2026, the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) declared national gas reserves of 215.19 trillion cubic feet as the official reserves position — up from 210.54 trillion cubic feet a year earlier, and comfortably ahead of Algeria and Egypt. Yet gas shortages continue to constrain electricity generation across the country, while the nation simultaneously pursues expanded liquefied natural gas (LNG) export ambitions.

The Arbitration and Mediation Act 2023 establishes a carefully balanced framework for challenging arbitral awards in Nigeria, providing exhaustive statutory grounds while preserving the finality principle central to arbitration. This analysis examines the six specific grounds upon which courts may set aside awards, the strict three-month limitation period for applications, and the innovative procedural mechanism allowing tribunals to cure defects before judicial annulment.

The importance of housing as a basic necessity for civilized living cannot be over emphasized.

Nigeria’s startup ecosystem has established itself as one of the most dynamic in Africa. Despite global headwinds in venture capital markets, funding into African technology companies remained significant in 2024, with Partech reporting that US$3.2 billion was invested across the continent, much of it concentrated in Lagos, a city that now ranks among the leading global hubs for technology talent and entrepreneurial activity.

As a business owner, the first thing to do is to register your business and it is important to ensure that you choose the right business structure in Nigeria.

It is common for parties who are desirous of entering into a business relationship to document their preliminary understanding and intention in a preliminary agreement.

Trademark due diligence is one of the most important legal steps in protecting a brand, yet it is often overlooked until a business faces a costly trademark dispute.