How to change your name in Nigeria First things first, you should know that every Nigerian has the right to legally change their name. However, as with all rights there are certain exceptions. Before we go into the process of changing your name in Nigeria, we will...
Grounds for Divorce in Nigeria Divorce in Nigeria is not always a fun topic; in fact, most people shy away from it and see it divorce as a taboo topic. Unfortunately, it is the reality of the world we live in that some couples after getting married will decide for...
Foreign ownership of shares in a Nigerian company When a foreigner buys equity (shares) in a Nigerian company, there are broadly two things required – the share transfer must be registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission, and the fact of foreign ownership must...
The Process for Evicting a Tenant in Lagos Nigeria This article discusses the process which must be followed to lawfully evict a tenant in Lagos under the Lagos Tenancy Law 2011. The Law is not applicable in Apapa, Ikeja GRA, Ikoyi, and Victoria Island. Therefore,...
Impeaching the President Impeaching a sitting President in Nigeria is a very serious matter. It is serious not simply because it amounts to effectively ‘sacking’ the number one citizen of the country, but also because it amounts to reversing the decision of a majority...
