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Other than fund domicile, perhaps the most important consideration when setting up a venture capital fund in Nigeria is tax planning and tax leakage avoidance. For angel investors, venture capital funds, private equity...

The third quarter of 2026 brought significant activity across Nigeria’s dispute resolution landscape – from Compos Mentis’ own expansion into institutional ADR, to landmark Supreme Court rulings on banking mergers, maritime jurisdiction, and legislative powers, as well as notable developments in data protection and international commercial arbitration. This edition of the Dispute Resolution Digest covers the key developments.

Cross-border mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are dynamic strategies for companies looking to expand their reach and serve more customers by entering new markets.

A dawn raid is an unannounced visit by a government authority for the purpose of conducting an investigation.

The financial needs of a tech startup will vary according to the type and size of the business. Startups looking to raise funds could explore borrowing from friends and family...

On March 28, 2025, a New York jury delivered a landmark conviction in the case between JPMorgan Chase Bank (JPMC) and Charlie Javice, the founder of TAPD Inc.

The literal term "SAFE" (Simple Agreement for Future Equity) might readily connote safety, but like any investment instrument, the safety of a SAFE agreement depends on various factors and considerations.

As many businesses were forced to increase leverage in order to survive the recent economic and financial crisis, the long-standing need to enhance capital structures and reduce reliance...

On 29th March 2025, the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") announced that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu signed the Investments and Securities Bill 2025 ("ISB") into law.

In the realm of transaction advisory services, where complex deals and high-stakes negotiations abound, the choice between robo-advisors and human financial advisors is not just about managing investments—

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has mandated a significant increase in the minimum capital requirements for commercial, merchant, and non-interest banks operating in Nigeria.

Administered by the ECOWAS Regional Competition Authority (ERCA) ECOWAS introduced a supranational merger control regime in late 2024.

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

The Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS or "the Scheme") regime in Nigeria was established by the Pension Reform Act (PRA) 2004 amended in 2014.

Financing is a key tool for the sustainability and growth of any Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and accessing the right kind of financing tailored to the SME's needs is of vital importance.

A major highlight of 2018 was the re-passage of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Bill by the Nigerian Senate in December 2018.

As public companies proceed with mergers and acquisitions, they must generally ensure that their transactions strictly comply with the Act.