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DEBT RECOVERY IN NIGERIA: NAVIGATING THE LEGAL PROCESS AND COMMERCIAL REALITIES

Introduction Debt is an integral component of modern commerce, serving as a catalyst for investment, growth, and expansion. However, in a challenging economic landscape like Nigeria's, credit default remains a pervasive risk. Creditors, both institutional and...

THE ROLE OF LAWYERS IN RISK MANAGEMENT

Introduction Risk is inherent in every human endeavor. From nascent startups to multinational conglomerates, organizations face an array of potential pitfalls and numerous challenges ranging from legal liabilities and regulatory non-compliance to reputational damage...

THE IMPACT OF CAMA 2020 ON COMMERCIAL LITIGATION IN NIGERIA

INTRODUCTION The Companies and Allied Matters Act, 2020 (CAMA 2020) stands as one of the most significant business legislations enacted in Nigeria in the past three decades. Signed into law by President Muhammadu Buhari in 2020, CAMA 2020 repealed and replaced the...

CHILDREN BORN OUTSIDE MARRIAGE: LEGAL RIGHTS, RECOGNITION AND PROTECTION UNDER THE LAW IN NIGERIA

INTRODUCTION Before now, children born outside of marriage were usually subjected to social and cultural discrimination. However, significant legal reforms and judicial pronouncements have increasingly emphasized the need for the protection of children, regardless of...

Navigating Copyright Challenges In The Age Of AI: Implications For Nigerian Creatives

  In an era of rapid technological advancement, artificial intelligence stands at the forefront, permeating nearly every aspect of human life, profoundly impacting every sector, and reshaping our culture as it heralds a new era. From music composition to visual...

Understanding Corporate Compliance: A Guide For Business Owners

INTRODUCTION Compliance is no longer merely a tick-box exercise, it is an integral part of every organization’s operation. For business owners, navigating the complex web of legal, regulatory, and ethical obligations can be challenging, but it is essential to the...

Ethical Obligations of Tech Founders in Handling Investor Trust and Capital

INTRODUCTION In the breakneck race to disrupt industries, chase sky-high valuation and secure that next round of venture capital, a silent crisis brews beneath the surface of many startups, corporate governance taking a backseat. Without it, the high-speed pursuit of...

Termination of Employment: Understanding Nigerian Labour Law

INTRODUCTION Beyond the handshake that seals a job offer lies a more critical juncture in the employment lifecycle: its termination. In Nigeria's dynamic labour market, where informality often overshadows formal protections, the severance of an employment relationship...

Arbitration Vs Litigation: Which Is Better For Your Case?

INTRODUCTION Disputes between humans are as old as civilization itself, energy-sapping, time-consuming and financially draining. Individual worldviews, shaped by unique experiences, and the diversity of interests, needs, and perspectives, create a foundation for...

NEGOTIATING COMMERCIAL PARTNERSHIPS AND JOINT VENTURES—THE LEGAL ESSENTIALS

For business owners and legal professionals, negotiating commercial partnerships and joint ventures is more than a procedural task—it's a strategic move that can define the trajectory of a venture. Establishing a clear understanding of the nature of the relationship...

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