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    Freezing Orders And Account Restrictions In Nigeria : Balancing Bankers Liability And Consumer Rights

    Nigerian banks face increasing pressure to combat financial crime while protecting customer rights. When can financial institutions legally freeze accounts without court orders? What protections exist for customers whose funds are restricted?
    NigeriaFinance and Banking
    Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)
    Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)
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    Nigeria’s Airtime Lending Shake-Up: Regulation, Litigation And The New Market Opportunity

    Nigeria's airtime and data credit market faces a major regulatory transformation as the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission implements new digital lending regulations. Following the suspension of airtime advance services by major mobile network operators and subsequent legal challenges by industry associations, the market now operates under a formal compliance framework that raises critical questions about regulatory jurisdiction, consumer protection, and commercial viability.
    Nigeria
Consumer Protection
Tope Adebayo LP
Tope Adebayo LP
  • Article

    Registration Of Limited Partnerships In Nigeria Under CAMA 2020

    On the 7th of August 2020 the Federal Government of Nigeria enacted the Companies and Allied Matters Act, 2020 ("CAMA 2020"), thereby repealing the old CAMA 1990.
    NigeriaCorporate/Commercial Law
    SPA Ajibade & Co
    SPA Ajibade & Co
  • Article

    Top 10 Biggest Startups In Nigeria By Market Valuation

    Nigeria's startup ecosystem has rapidly evolved, positioning itself as a key player in Africa's tech revolution.
    NigeriaCorporate/Commercial Law
    The Trusted Advisors
    The Trusted Advisors
  • Article

    AML Compliance In Nigeria’s Virtual Asset Sector:What Market Players Should Know

    In Nigeria's virtual asset market, anti-money laundering compliance has evolved from administrative formality to critical gateway for market access. As the country exits the Financial Action Task Force grey list and enforcement intensifies, virtual asset service providers face heightened supervisory expectations that directly impact licensing, banking relationships, and scalability.
    NigeriaFinance and Banking
    Templars
    Templars
  • Article

    Nigeria’s T+1 Settlement Cycle: Key Legal And Compliance Considerations For Capital Market Participants

    Nigeria’s transition to a T+1 settlement cycle marks a significant development in the regulation and operation of its capital market. Effective 1 June 2026, eligible equities and commodities transactions cleared and settled through the Central Securities Clearing System Plc (CSCS) became subject to settlement one business day after the trade date.
    NigeriaFinance and Banking
    Compos Mentis Legal Practitioners
    Compos Mentis Legal Practitioners
  • Article

    Should In-Person Or Banking Hall Verification Still Be Mandatory For Bank Accounts In Nigeria?

    Under Nigeria's current regulatory framework, a customer must still visit a bank physically to open a Tier 3 bank account, which currently is the only bank account category with no transaction limits and access to full banking services.
    NigeriaFinance and Banking
    Balogun Harold Legal
    Balogun Harold Legal
  • Article

    Funding For Start-Ups In Nigeria: Understanding The Concept And Legality Of Crowdfunding

    Raising the required finance for a business especially start-ups is usually somewhat of a conundrum.
    NigeriaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Brooks & Knights
    Brooks & Knights
  • Article

    TEMPLARS Transcripts: Energy & Natural Resources Digest | November 2025

    Vitol Upstream Ghana Limited, ENI Ghana Exploration and Production Limited and the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC) ("Parties"), Partners of the Offshore Cape Three Points (OCTP) in Ghana...
    GlobalEnergy and Natural Resources
    Templars
    Templars
  • Article

    Digital Lending Regulations In Nigeria: What Every Loan App Must Know After The FCCPC Court Victory

    The Federal High Court's recent affirmation of the FCCPC's regulatory authority over digital lending marks a pivotal moment for Nigeria's loan app industry. With enforcement of the DEON Regulations now fully resumed, digital lenders face renewed scrutiny over registration, transparency, data privacy, and debt recovery practices. Understanding these compliance requirements is no longer optional—it's essential for survival in Nigeria's evolving fintech landscape.
    NigeriaFinance and Banking
    Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)
    Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)
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    Letters Of Credit – A Secure Form Of Payment Offered By Nigerian Banks For International Sale Transactions

    A letter of credit in the Nigerian context is the assurance a foreign seller receives from a Nigerian Bank that it will be paid for the goods it has made arrangements to have delivered to a Nigerian buyer...
    NigeriaFinance and Banking
    SPA Ajibade & Co
    SPA Ajibade & Co
  • Article

    Revised Minimum Capital Requirements: Compliance, Penalties, And Opportunities For Capital Market Operators

    Nigeria's Securities and Exchange Commission has introduced revised minimum capital requirements for capital market operators, creating new compliance obligations and potential penalties for firms operating in the securities industry. This regulatory update affects various market participants including broker-dealers, investment advisers, and other licensed entities who must now assess their capital adequacy and plan for compliance within specified timelines.
    NigeriaFinance and Banking
    Advocaat Law Practice
    Advocaat Law Practice
  • Article

    SME Loans And Equity Instruments As A Means Of De-risking SME Finance And Increasing Market Liquidity

    It is well known that loans from traditional banks such as Deposit Money Banks (DMBs) and other lenders are usually associated with high interest rates and collaterals. Likewise, investors often tilt their investments.
    NigeriaFinance and Banking
    Stren and Blan Partners
    Stren and Blan Partners
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    Tax Treatment Of Non-Profit Entities In Nigeria

    Pursuant to changes introduced to the tax regime under the Finance Act 2020 ("Finance Act"), the Federal Inland Revenue Service ("FIRS") recently issued two Information Circulars...
    NigeriaTax
    Banwo & Ighodalo
    Banwo & Ighodalo
  • Article

    Tax Update: FIRS Issues Information Circular To Provide Clarification On The Value Added Tax Provisions Of The Finance Act 2019

    The Finance Act 2019 was passed into law on 13th January 2020 and came into effect on the same date.
    NigeriaTax
    Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie
    Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie
  • Article

    Leasing Business Arrangements In Nigeria: A Legal And Regulatory Overview

    Leasing is a growing market in Nigeria. According to a report released by the Equipment Leasing Association of Nigeria (ELAN), the Nigerian Leasing industry recorded 1.6% growth in Q1 2022.
    NigeriaFinance and Banking
    Olajide Oyewole LLP
    Olajide Oyewole LLP
  • Article

    Retrospective Operation Of Statute: An Overview Of Section 35(5) Of AMCON Act, 2019

    Retrospective operation of Statute is an application of the law to actions, which existed prior to the enactment of the said law.
    NigeriaGovernment, Public Sector
    Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)
    Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)
  • Article

    Climate Financing: Debt-To-Nature And Debt-For-Climate Swaps

    Sub-Saharan Africa has a significant debt profile, owed mostly to international lenders, including sovereign States, multi-lateral agencies and multi-nationals. For instance, with a projected external debt...
    GlobalFinance and Banking
    ALP NG & Company
    ALP NG & Company
  • Article

    An Overview Of The Draft Revised Regulatory And Supervisory Guidelines For Bureau De Change 4 In Nigeria

    On February 23, 2024, the Central Bank of Nigeria (the "CBN") issued a circular with reference number FPR/DIR/- PUB/CIR/002/006. The circular is titled "Revised Regulatory and Supervisory...
    NigeriaFinance and Banking
    Bloomfield LP
    Bloomfield LP
  • Article

    Hanging In The Balance: Securing A Company's Debt By A Fixed Or Floating Charge?

    Financial inter-dependence is commonplace for humans and companies alike. Recourse is usually made to surplus units (humans and companies) when a company seeks to finance its objectives.
    NigeriaFinance and Banking
    SPA Ajibade & Co
    SPA Ajibade & Co
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