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In recent times, the Electronic Money Transfer Levy (EMTL) has become an integral part of Nigeria's tax and financial landscape. This levy is, among others, primarily designed to generate...

Startups often find themselves navigating the complex world of fundraising, and one term that's becoming increasingly common is the "Pre-Series." But what does it really mean, and when should you use it?

President Muhammadu Buhari signed the Nigeria Start-up Bill into law on the 19th of October 2022.

The rapid growth of finance and technology (fintech) companies in the last decade has been necessitated by consumers' needs for faster and more convenient financial services.

On 31st December, 2020, President Muhammadu Buhari signed the Finance Bill, 2020 (now Finance Act) into law.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (‘SEC') pursuant to its statutory mandate under the Investments and Securities Act 2025...

Financial services regulators in Nigeria increasingly see sustainable banking as an avenue to promote the sustainable development of the nation.

On November 12, 2020, President Muhammadu Buhari assented to the Banks and Other Financial Institutions Act 2020 (the "Act") which repealed the previous Banks...

Family businesses symbolize pride, legacy, and the potential for generational impact & wealth. However, every successful family business must eventually face the reality of transition.

On August 3, 2022, the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") issued a circular to the general public, cautioning them against making investments with or through crowdfunding...

Nigeria is in an extremely fragile state. Available indices show characteristics of a failing state. There are conflicts and agitations everywhere, feelings of marginalization and exclusion...

The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has issued Guidelines for the Insurance Policyholders' Protection Fund (IPPF), requiring all licensed insurers and reinsurers to contribute 0.25% of their Net Premium Income to protect policyholders and beneficiaries. The Guidelines establish a comprehensive framework for funding, management, and utilization of the Fund, with strict compliance obligations and regulatory oversight.

The deployment of technology and artificial intelligence into human endeavours has extended to the financial services sector with the emergence of digital lending companies often ascribed...

In recent times, the Nigerian FinTech ecosystem has witnessed strong drive and campaign across various frontiers including payments, personal savings, financial ...

The Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund ("the Fund") was established by the Coastal and Inland Shipping (Cabotage) Act 20031. The Fund was established for the purpose of developing...

Regulations, when well-conceived and implemented, are almost always good for business. They tend to set a bar that institutionalizes best practices, and signals confidence to investors...

On March 29, 2024, it was reported that stock investors gained Four Trillion, Four Billion Naira (N4,400,000,000,000) as the Nigerian Exchange Group (the "NGX") concluded the month positively...