Legal Bytes is our dedicated hub for concise, timely, and insightful legal updates. Curated from the firm’s social media publications, this section offers brief analyses, emerging developments, and expert commentary across key practice areas. Designed for quick reading and easy understanding, Legal Bytes keeps clients, partners, and stakeholders informed on the latest trends shaping the legal and regulatory landscape.
The Nigerian House of Representatives successfully passed the Nigerian Fintech Regulatory Commission Bill (HB. 2389) for its second reading on October 28, 2025. This legislative progression is a pivotal step towards restructuring the regulatory framework governing the country's burgeoning fintech…
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The National Digital Economy and e-Governance Bill 2025 is a pivotal legislative initiative in Nigeria, spearheaded by the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy. This proposed legislation is designed to establish a comprehensive and unified legal framework necessary…
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As the speed of technological change accelerates across Nigeria's creative and industrial landscapes, the legal frameworks governing Intellectual Property must evolve to keep pace. At Goldsmiths LLP, we recognize that staying ahead of these shifts is critical for safeguarding your…
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The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has released the General Application and Implementation Directive (GAID) 2025 to guide the implementation of the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA) 2023. This directive focuses on international data transfers, clarifying that data controllers must…
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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has released an Exposure Draft of the Guidelines for Handling Authorised Push Payment (APP) Fraud, signalling a major shift in liability and consumer protection across the financial system. The Guidelines mandate that Financial Institutions…
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The Copyright Act 2022 was enacted to modernize legal protections for creative works, specifically within the digital environment. This post highlights the expanded enforcement powers of the Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC).
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Nigeria’s FX landscape is evolving, and understanding these reforms is essential for businesses, investors, and organisations navigating cross-border transactions. We break down the shift to a unified, market-driven exchange-rate system, the introduction of the new FX Code, and what these…
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Your Business Must Provide a Privacy Policy That Is Transparent and Easy for People to Understand Under The NDPA. The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has released the General Application and Implementation Directive (GAID) 2025 to guide the implementation of…
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Every tech startup is built on more than an idea, it’s built on intellectual assets that deserve proper protection. From your codebase to your interface designs, platform name, product architecture, and even your pitch materials, each piece contributes to the…
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Digital payment platforms are at the centre of Nigeria’s evolving financial ecosystem. Whether your business operates a digital wallet, agency banking service, merchant-acquiring model, virtual payment gateway, switching infrastructure, or any combination of these, you are expected to comply with…
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Electronic signatures are fully recognised under Nigerian law. The Evidence Act 2011 supports their use in place of handwritten signatures; the Cybercrimes Act 2015 also affirms their validity for a wide range of transactions including commercial contracts, digital forms and…
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Founders often expose their ideas without realising it; sharing concepts without NDAs; relying only on CAC registration; using unregistered brand assets; or failing to document ownership with designers; freelancers or developers. Understanding how IP works is essential to preventing avoidable…
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