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2025 was a very exciting year and saw significant changes in Nigeria’s legal and regulatory landscape. Series of laws were enacted by the National Assembly and regulatory guidelines were also issued by regulators including the Central Bank of Nigeria, Federal…
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The emergence and continued growth of Financial Technology (FinTech) companies in the Nigerian financial services sector has redefined how financial services are delivered, with technology driven solutions that enable faster payments, lending and wealth management. These innovations often lead to…
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On 6 October 2025, The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) issued the Guidelines for the Operations of Agent Banking in Nigeria (the “Guidelines”). The purpose of the Guidelines is the…
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With the enactment of the Investment and Securities Act (ISA) 2025, virtual assets/digital assets including cryptocurrencies, Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs), etc. can now be legally traded and transacted in Nigeria subject to satisfying applicable legal requirements. Prior to the enactment of…
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Money laundering and terrorist financing are major threats to national and global security, and Nigeria is no exception. Under Section 18(2) of the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022 (MLPPA), money laundering is defined as the act of concealing,…
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Introduction On 26th June 2025, the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria signed four landmark tax reform bills into law, marking a significant shift in the nation’s tax landscape.…
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In the last few years, the Nigerian Financial Technology (FinTech) space has witnessed exponential growth and has attracted both local and international investors. Nigeria is home to some unicorns especially in the payments segments of the financial services sector. Like…
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Disputes are inevitable in most business relationships. Traditional litigation, while effective, often proves to be time-consuming, expensive and adversarial, potentially straining business relationships. This is particularly the case in Nigeria…
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Revocation of trademarks refers to the legal process of cancelling or removing a registered trademark from the official Trademark Register by the Registrar of Trademarks or the court. In essence,…
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Almost three years after The Start-up Act, was signed into law in Nigeria, the jury is still out as to whether or not it has made any difference at enhancing…
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An International Money Transfer Operator (IMTO) is a company approved by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to facilitate the transfer of funds from individuals or entities residing abroad to…
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This Legal Recap for 2024 offers a comprehensive overview of the most significant legal, regulatory, and judicial developments in Nigeria. In 2024, Nigeria’s legal landscape experienced major transformations, with notable…
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