Nigeria’s independence on 1 October 1960 was not only a political event but also the result of a long legal process. Independence means a nation has full sovereignty—the power to govern itself without control from another state. Nigeria achieved this…
Nigeria’s strategic location along the Gulf of Guinea, with over 850 km of coastline and major ports like Apapa, Tin Can Island, Onne, and Calabar, makes it a vital hub for shipping and freight forwarding in West and Central Africa.…
Conducting a land title search at Abuja Geographic Information Systems (AGIS) is essential for due diligence when acquiring or validating property ownership in the Federal Capital Territory. To make the process seamless, AGIS outlines a clear four-step guide. The Search…
When Your Name Becomes the Risk Two young professionals in Lagos are approached with an unusual offer. A #foreign investor, eager to “move quickly,” says: “Just let us use your names as directors for now. Once our papers are ready…
Protecting Copyright Through Structure and Transparency On January 28, 2025, the Collective Management Regulations, 2025 came into force in Nigeria under the authority of the Copyright Act, 2022. These landmark regulations, issued by the Nigerian Copyright Commission, introduce a robust…
Divorce is the legal dissolution of a valid marriage by a court of law, bringing the marital relationship to an end and enabling the parties to remarry if they so choose. In Nigeria, divorce proceedings are governed by the Matrimonial…
The marine and blue economy is one of Nigeria’s most strategic sectors, covering shipping, offshore logistics, port operations, pollution control, and the fast-growing Ship-to-Ship (STS) services. To operate legally and competitively, companies must obtain a range of licenses and certifications…