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Stop and Search by Police in Nigeria – Your Rights
Does the Police have the right to stop and...
Same-Sex Relationships and Marriage in Nigeria
What is Same-Sex Marriage Same-sex marriage is a...
7 Things to Know about Nigeria’s Whistle Blower Policy
1. The Whistle-blower Policy is not a Law of the...
10 Things To Know About Nigeria’s Cybercrime Act 2015
This is a high-level overview of what the...
Is Smoking while driving illegal in Lagos?
Question: I was driving to last Sunday and was...
What is the Presumption of Innocence under Nigerian Law?
The presumption of innocence – what is it? The...
How to handle Sexual Harassment at Work in Nigeria
Sexual harassment at work is a massive problem...
Legal Issues for Affiliate Marketing in Nigeria
Affiliate Marketing: The Legal Issues For those...
How to Register Cosmetic Product with NAFDAC
Process for Cosmetic Product Registration in...
Which Laws Apply to the incorporation of companies in Nigeria?
Question: what other laws apply to incorporated...
Legal Pitfalls to Avoid as a Freelancer doing business in Nigeria
Looking to get started as a Freelancer in...
5 Taxes every Nigerian Entrepreneur should be aware of
Taxes in Nigeria If you are reading this post,...
How to start a Restaurant in Nigeria: The Legal Issues
Starting a Restaurant in Nigeria: The Legal...
Doing Business in Nigeria: A Brief Legal Guide
Company structure The primary law governing...
How to Recover Unpaid Salary from an Employer in Nigeria
How to Recover Unpaid Salary from an Employer If...
Case Analysis: HIV/AIDS Discrimination in the workplace
Case Analysis – Onuhikemi v Smridu Nigeria Ltd...
Unfair Dismissal by an Employer: Your Legal Rights
What is unfair dismissal? Unfair dismissal is an...
Legal Issues Employers in Nigeria need to consider
Employment Issues in Nigeria In this article, we...
9 Things every Nigerian should know about the Labour Act
The Nigerian Labour Act The Nigerian Labour Act...
What you should know about Pensions in Nigeria
In Nigeria today, almost every worker sees a...
Can a husband evict his wife from joint property in Nigeria?
QUESTION: I bought a piece of land in me and my...
How to protect your Rights as a Tenant in Nigeria
Protecting your Rights as a Tenant in Nigeria...
What is Government Acquisition of Land in Nigeria
Compulsory Acquisition of Land The compulsory...
7 Legal Pitfalls Tenants in Nigeria should be aware of
Are you a tenant or potential tenant? You need...
Different Ways to Administer the Estate of a Deceased Person in Nigeria
Administering the Estate of a Deceased Person...
4 ways a Landlord can end a Tenancy Agreement
Ending a Tenancy Agreement When you decide to...
10 Things Lagosians should know about the Lagos Tenancy Law
The Lagos Tenancy Law 2011 1. The Lagos...
Things to consider before hiring a Nigerian Lawyer
For most people, hiring a lawyer is one of those...
Why is ‘Lady Justice’ in front of Nigerian courts?
In front of every Judicial building and all the...
How to get free Legal Help and Assistance in Nigeria
Getting Free Legal Assistance Depending on the...
The Process for impeaching a Deputy-Governor in Nigeria
Impeaching a Deputy Governor Impeaching a...
6 Things to consider before buying a Used Laptop
6 Things to Consider Before Buying a Used Laptop...
Everything you need to know about making a Will in Nigeria
Making a Will in Nigeria Ask the average...
Can you get a Divorce within the first 2 years of marriage in Nigeria?
Divorce within first 2 years of marriage in...
What happens when a Will is challenged in Nigeria
Process for contentious Grant of Probate This...
Am I Liable for the debt of my spouse under Nigerian Law?
Am I liable for the debt of my wife/husband?...
How to sue for food poisoning in Nigeria
Steps for suing for food poisoning in Nigeria To...
My fiancé broke off our engagement, can I sue under Nigerian law?
Now, this discussion is not about what went...
Case Analysis – Fijabi Holdings v Nigerian Bottling Company
Facts In 2007, a company called Fijabi...