One recurring point in transactions with withholding tax (WHT) requirement is: should the payer (obliged to deduct WHT from relevant payment), bear the payee's WHT burden by paying the gross amount and yet remit the WHT to the Revenue?

In Lagos State, a foreigner can lawfully acquire an interest in land, but the transaction must be structured properly and comply with the applicable legal and regulatory rules.

The basic reason for payment of compensation for compulsory acquisition of private property for overriding public purpose is to restore a party... to an economic position that approximates the status occupied prior to the acquisition.

The Land Use Act 1978, which was enacted to ease and control the administration of the land system in Nigeria is the fulcrum for land policy in Nigeria

Under Nigerian tenancy law, the relationship between landlords and tenants is primarily governed by state-specific tenancy laws and the general law of contract...

Choosing the right property law firm is crucial for navigating the complexities of real estate transactions, land use disputes, and property management.

Data centers are designed to house a large amount of IT equipment used to store and process important applications or data.

A lease agreement in Nigeria is a legally binding contract between a landlord and a tenant that outlines the terms and conditions for renting property.

Real estate remains one of the most valuable investment assets in Nigeria, particularly in Lagos State, where land values continue to rise due to population growth, commercial activity, urban expansion, and increasing demand for residential and commercial property.

Evicting a tenant in Nigeria can be challenging if not handled properly. Both landlords and tenants have legal rights under Nigerian law, and understanding these rights is crucial to avoid unnecessary disputes.

As Lagos State takes a bold legislative step towards reshaping its housing framework, the introduction of the Tenancy and Recovery of Premises Bill ("TRPB" or the "Bill") 2025 has sparked...

There are various land documents in Lagos relevant to buying a house in Lagos Nigeria.

A Lagos landlord invested years and millions in constructing a 4-unit apartment block, only to face the critical challenge of finding trustworthy tenants. Through comprehensive tenant screening, document verification...

The Blacks' Law Dictionary defines term ‘foreigner' to mean "a person who is not a citizen or subject of the state or country of which mention is made, or any one owing allegiance to a foreign state or sovereign"...

Sometime in December 2021, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, disclosed that a new policy for monthly tenancy on property occupancy would commence in Lagos State in 2022.

There has been a lot of controversy and misconceptions from a lot of quarters in the last few days on the stamp duty payable on tenancy/lease agreements.

Lagos State is transforming its real estate sector through digital land administration, faster approval processes, and regulatory reforms that reduce development costs and delays. These government initiatives are creating new opportunities for investors and developers across affordable housing, commercial real estate, mixed-use developments, and transit-oriented projects, while improving transparency and access to development finance.

This Comparative Guide offers insight into Nigerian laws and regulations governing the country's real estate sector. Nigeria is a federation. It has thirty-six (36) States and a Federal Capital Territory, Abuja.

When it comes to property law in Abuja, Nigeria, choosing the right legal representation can make a significant difference in navigating the complexities of real estate transactions.