Landlord and Tenant Relationship in Nigeria
In Nigerian landlord and tenant relationship is governed by the Law and such Law is mostly state-based. Each state and the FCT has its own Rent Control, Tenancy, Recovery of Premises laws. Always check the law that applies to the State where the property is located. In recovery of premises Law, a landlord cannot lawfully
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How to Verify Land Ownership in Nigeria Before Buying
Buying land in Nigeria can be one of the smartest investments you can ever make but it can also be one of the riskiest if you don’t take time to verify ownership. Many investors have lost millions to land scams because they failed to do due diligence. Fraudsters often sell land they don’t own, sell
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How to Apply for Gazette Publication of Your Name Change in Nigeria.
Publishing your name change in the official Government Gazette gives it strong legal recognition and is often required when updating documents like international passports, NIN, or academic certificates. Below are the steps you need to take to apply for gazette publication. Step 1: Prepare Your Documentation Before applying, ensure you have: Your affidavit showing old
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How to Change Your Name Legally in Nigeria
Names are a big part of our identity. But sometimes, people choose to change their names for personal, cultural, or religious reasons. Maybe you got married, divorced, or just want a fresh start or you are adopted and needs to change to your new family name. The good news is that changing your name legally
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A Complete Guide to Writing a Will in Nigeria
Many Nigerians avoid writing a will because they believe it is inviting death or only necessary for the wealthy. The truth is, anyone with property, money, or dependents needs a Will. A Will is one of the most important legal documents you will ever create. It ensures your assets are distributed according to your wishes
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When Someone Dies Without a Will What Happens?
In Nigeria, many people shy away from writing a Will either because they think it is inviting death, or they feel their estate is small, or they assume their family will know what to do after their demise. Unfortunately, when someone dies without a Will which is known as dying intestate, it can lead to
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Divorce Process in Nigeria
Getting a divorce in Nigeria is never easy, it affects the parties emotionally, financially and legally. It also affects the children psychologically. Most people rather die in silence than go for divorce but if your marriage has broken down it is wise you go your separate ways for the sake of your sanity. Before you
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Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) System Upgrade: what you need to know
The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) recently upgraded their company registration interface to incorporate Artificial Intelligence system (Ai) to speed up company registration in Nigeria. The recent interface now merged the pre-incorporation and post incorporation together. The essence of this blog is to educate and inform you about some of the changes that are available in
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What Courts Consider in Child Custody in Nigeria
One of the most emotionally charged aspects of divorce or separation is who gets custody of the children. Many parents fear losing access to their child or being unfairly treated by the legal system. If you’re a parent asking questions like: Can a father get custody in Nigeria? Does the mother always win custody battles?
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SCUML Registration in Nigeria
SCUML registration is important and necessary for certain kind of businesses in Nigeria. SCUML stands for Special Control Unit Against Money Laundering. It is a unit under the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) established to monitor, register, and regulate certain categories of businesses in Nigeria. If you have tried to open a corporate bank
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