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Intellectual Property - Protecting & Promoting Creativity And Innovation For A Viable Future
Since the beginning of time, art and design have been used by cultures worldwide to document histories, practices, and innovations.
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A Review Of The Federal High Court's Decision On The Issue Of Single Shareholding Based On The Interpretation And Applicability Of Section 18(2) Of CAMA 2020
While it is uncertain whether the CAC will appeal this decision, it remains the authoritative interpretation of CAMA 2020 regarding sole shareholding for private companies...AELEX - Article
CAMA 2020 - Drawing The Curtains On Unissued Shares Of A Company
The share capital of a company plays a vital role in the capital structure of the company and is a key element of companies' equity investment which determines ownership and control.AELEX - Article
Central Bank Of Nigeria Issues New Framework For Payment System Providers
On 9th December 2020, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) issued a circular on "New License Categorisations for the Nigerian Payments System" (NPS Circular).AELEX - Article
Examining NAICOM's Circular On Tenure Limit For Executive Directors And Its Implications For The Insurance Industry
Pursuant to the powers conferred on the National Insurance Commission by the National Insurance Commission Act 1997 ..AELEX - Article
Understanding The New Framework For Insurance Web Aggregators
In pursuance of the powers conferred on the National Insurance Commission by the National Insurance Commission Act 1997, the Commission recently issued the Insurance Web Aggregators Operational Guidelines.AELEX - Article
A Law Firm Signing A Court Process Is A Mere Procedural Irregularity: The Supreme Court Decision In Heritage Bank V. Bentworth Finance
In a landmark decision delivered on 23 February 2018 in the case of Heritage Bank Ltd v. Bentworth Finance (Nig) Ltd, the Supreme Court of Nigeria appeared to abandon in part ...AELEX - Article
Regulation Of Lotteries In Nigeria: Review Of The Supreme Court's Decision And Its Implications
In a landmark decision delivered on 22 November 2024, the Supreme Court nullified the National Lottery Act 2005 (‘NLA'), which established the National Lottery Regulatory Commission...AELEX - Article
The Review Of The Framework And Guidelines For The Use Of Social Media Platforms By Public Institutions
Social media has come to be recognised as a very important tool for the circulation of information due to its global reach.AELEX - Article
Potential Value-Added Tax Liabilities For Foreign Private Equity Firms: The Fallout From Allan Gray v. FIRS
In its decision in an appeal filed by AGIMNL against the FIRS' assessments of VAT liability, the TAT held that AGIMNL was liable to pay the assessed VAT liability.AELEX - Article
In The Face Of Expulsion From The Egmont Group
Nigeria, through the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit ("NFIU"), is a member of the Egmont Group of Financial Intelligence Units ("the Egmont Group").AELEX - Article
Powers Of The Central Bank Of Nigeria Vis-À-Vis Payment Of Dividends To Bank Shareholders
The CBN recently issued a directive, dated 31st January 2018, barring Deposit Money Banks and Discount Houses that do not meet the minimum Capital Adequacy Ratio set by the CBN...AELEX - Article
Super-Agent Licences And The Implications For The Telecommunications ("Telcos") And Banking Institutions ("BI") In Nigeria
On the 29th of July 2019, MTN's subsidiary; Yello Digital Financial Services Limited was issued a licence to operate as a Super-Agent by the Central Bank of Nigeria, making MTN the first Telco in Nigeria to delve into financial services.AELEX - Article
The Changing Face Of Finance In Nigeria – Crowdfunding
The ways in which an average Nigerian approaches financing has changed drastically within the past decade and the current financial services market is a reflection of this.AELEX - Article
Case Review: Are Winding Up Petitions Subject To Foreign Jurisdiction Clauses? - RRSAT v. Daar Communications Plc
The Federal High Court Lagos, delivered a ruling in Suit No.: FHC/L/CP/540/2012 RRSAT Global Communications Networks Limited v Daar Communications Plc, affirming its jurisdiction to hear a petition for the winding up ...AELEX - Article
Protecting Your Brand: Understanding Trademark Dilution And Effective Prevention Strategies.
In the highly competitive world of business and marketing, establishing a strong and distinctive brand identity is crucial. A brand's reputation and recognition can be built over years...AELEX - Article
Review Of Multichoice Nigeria Limited V Musical Copyright Society Nigeria Ltd/ Gte
Multichoice Nigeria Limited ("Multichoice/the Appellant), which is a subscription management company, grants its service subscribers access to programming and content on Digital Satellite TelevisionAELEX - Article
Understanding Trademarks And How It Differs From Trade Secrets And Patents In Nigeria
Trademarks, trade secrets and patents are different forms of intellectual property that are capable of being protected in Nigeria. However, non-professionals tend to find a few of these terms a bit confusing.AELEX - Article
Ghana's Cocoa Trade: Navigating Regulations For Local And International Participation
Ghana ranks as the second-largest producer of cocoa globally, with its beans highly valued for their reliable quality and rich taste.AELEX - Article
Time Freezes For Purposes Of The Statute Of Limitation When An Action Is Instituted: The Supreme Court's Decision In Sifax V Migfo
On 16 February 2018, the Supreme Court of Nigeria unanimously decided in the case of Sifax Nigeria Ltd v Migfo Nigeria Ltd that where a statute of limitation prescribes a time frame ...AELEX