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    Requirements For Opening A Bank Account As A Foreigner In Nigeria

    Foreign persons/companies are welcome to open bank accounts in Nigeria, provided all the necessary conditions are met. This is often necessary as opening a bank account is a pre-requisite...
    NigeriaFinance and Banking
    The Trusted Advisors
    The Trusted Advisors
  • Article

    An Appraisal of the Procedure for Shareholders to Remove Company Directors under Nigerian Law

    The success and growth of a Company depends largely on the quality and dedication of its Directors who are its alter ego.
    NigeriaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Fred-Young & Evans
    Fred-Young & Evans
Article

Legislative Update On Company Business Letters

This article examines the legal framework governing the sanctioning of directors and other corporate officers in Nigeria and the United Kingdom. It explores the regulatory mechanisms, enforcement procedures, and comparative approaches used to hold company leadership accountable for misconduct or breach of duties. The analysis provides insights into how both jurisdictions balance corporate governance with director protection.
NigeriaCorporate/Commercial Law
Solola & Akpana
Solola & Akpana
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    NGX Technology Board: Considerations For Listing Your Technology Company On The Nigerian Stock Exchange

    The Nigerian technology ecosystem has grown astronomically over years, with startups and technology companies springing up across the country. In recent times, however, factors such as the current economic...
    NigeriaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Pavestones
    Pavestones
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    Striking Off Of Companies From The Register: Insights Into The CAC's Public Notice

    On Wednesday, the 24th day of July, 2024, the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) pursuant to its powers under section 692(3) (4) of the Companies and Allied Matters Act, 2020 (CAMA)...
    NigeriaCorporate/Commercial Law
    The Trusted Advisors
    The Trusted Advisors
  • Article

    Overview Of Company Secretarial Services In Nigeria

    All companies registered in Nigeria are required to have a company secretary by the provision of Section 330(1) of the Companies and Allied Matters Act
    NigeriaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Resolution Law Frim
    Resolution Law Frim
  • Article

    Current Procedure For Company Registration In Nigeria

    Primarily, the Corporate Affairs Commission is given the responsibility of registering companies in Nigeria.
    NigeriaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Resolution Law Frim
    Resolution Law Frim
  • Article

    Can A Non-Executive Director Become An Independent Director On The Same Board In Nigeria? What The Nigerian Code Of Corporate Governance 2018 Says

    Nigerian companies often seek to reclassify existing Non-Executive Directors as Independent Directors to meet governance requirements quickly. However, the Nigerian Code of Corporate Governance 2018 imposes strict independence criteria that make this practice challenging and potentially problematic for corporate governance compliance.
    NigeriaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Abdu-Salaam Abbas & Co.
    Abdu-Salaam Abbas & Co.
  • Article

    Corporate Governance: The Duties And Responsibilities Of Directors Under Nigerian Law

    Corporate Governance plays a fundamental role in impacting the success and sustainability of any company and at the heart of a company's governance structure is its Directors.
    NigeriaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Pavestones
    Pavestones
  • Article

    Doing Business In Nigeria: A Review Of The Business Facilitation Act

    Doing business in Nigeria has never been effortless, with numerous obstacles impeding the progress of a successful business operation; many businesses have failed due to the crippling factors...
    NigeriaCorporate/Commercial Law
    The Trusted Advisors
    The Trusted Advisors
  • Article

    Startup Investment Readiness: How To Prepare For Investor Due Diligence

    Raising outside capital transforms a startup from a founder-led operation into a company that must be transparent, structured, and capable of meeting investor scrutiny.
    NigeriaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Tope Adebayo LP
    Tope Adebayo LP
  • Article

    Legal Procedures For The Removal And Appointment Of Company Directors Under The Nigerian Law

    In Nigeria, the Companies and Allied Matters Act 2020 (CAMA) governs the appointment and removal of company directors.
    NigeriaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Adeola Oyinlade & Co
    Adeola Oyinlade & Co
  • Article

    Procedures For Money Lenders License In Nigeria

    Pursuant to section 2 of the Lagos State Money Lender Law, any person who lends money in consideration of a larger sum being repaid will be regarded as a lender.
    NigeriaCorporate/Commercial Law
    The Trusted Advisors
    The Trusted Advisors
  • Article

    The Companies And Allied Matters Act 2020 - What You Need To Know - Part 1 - Small Companies, Single Director And Single-Member Companies

    The Companies and Allied Matters Act (Chapter C20) Laws of the Federation of Nigeria 2004 was initially made law in Nigeria in 1990 as a decree of the military government.
    NigeriaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie
    Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie
  • Article

    Understanding Basic Business Entity Formation Lingo In Nigeria

    These are the owners of the company. They own shares in the company. They are also called members.
    NigeriaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Sidebrief Inc.
    Sidebrief Inc.
  • Article

    Requirements For Opening A Business Bank Account In Nigeria

    There are various requirements for opening a business bank account in Nigeria. To be able to own a business account, the business must be firstly registered in accordance with the Companies...
    NigeriaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Resolution Law Frim
    Resolution Law Frim
  • Article

    Succession Planning In The Boardroom And Its Impact On Business Continuity

    Board succession planning rarely commands the same attention as CEO succession. It does not trigger headlines, activist campaigns, or emergency announcements – until something goes wrong. Yet time and again, moments of corporate stress reveal an uncomfortable truth: business continuity is deeply dependent on whether the Board itself is prepared for change.
    NigeriaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Banwo & Ighodalo
    Banwo & Ighodalo
  • Article

    The A-Z Of Registering A Foreign Owned Business In Nigeria

    Nigeria is Africa's largest country by population. It is also considered to be an emerging market as well and thus opportunities abound.
    NigeriaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Sidebrief Inc.
    Sidebrief Inc.
  • Article

    Why Does A Nigerian Company Need A Company Secretary?

    Under Common Law, a Company Secretary was regarded as a mere clerk with no ostensible authority to bind the company.
    NigeriaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Fred-Young & Evans
    Fred-Young & Evans
  • Article

    A Guide To Setting Up The Board Of A Company (Including Startups) In Nigeria

    The Board of Directors (the "Board") of a company play a crucial role in its success or failure; more often than not, successful companies are headed by effective Boards.
    NigeriaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Pavestones
    Pavestones
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