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Stop and Search by Police in Nigeria – Your Rights
Does the Police have the right to stop and...
What is the Presumption of Innocence under Nigerian Law?
The presumption of innocence – what is it? The...
Same-Sex Relationships and Marriage in Nigeria
What is Same-Sex Marriage Same-sex marriage is a...
Is Smoking while driving illegal in Lagos?
Question: I was driving to last Sunday and was...
7 Things to Know about Nigeria’s Whistle Blower Policy
1. The Whistle-blower Policy is not a Law of the...
How to make a complaint against a Police Officer in Nigeria
Making a Complaint about the Police in Nigeria...
3 Things Every Nigerian Should know about Bail
1. Definition of Bail Bail can be defined as the...
5 Taxes every Nigerian Entrepreneur should be aware of
Taxes in Nigeria If you are reading this post,...
What is required for a foreigner to buy shares in a Nigerian company
Foreign ownership of shares in a Nigerian...
4 Essential Legal Documents for every Start-Up
4 Essential Legal Documents for Every Start-Up...
4 Things to know about a Certificate of Incorporation
4 Things to know about a Certificate of...
Legal Pitfalls to Avoid as a Freelancer doing business in Nigeria
Looking to get started as a Freelancer in...
Which Laws Apply to the incorporation of companies in Nigeria?
Question: what other laws apply to incorporated...
What you should know about Pensions in Nigeria
In Nigeria today, almost every worker sees a...
Legal Issues Employers in Nigeria need to consider
Employment Issues in Nigeria In this article, we...
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...
9 Things every Nigerian should know about the Labour Act
The Nigerian Labour Act The Nigerian Labour Act...
How to Recover Unpaid Salary from an Employer in Nigeria
How to Recover Unpaid Salary from an Employer If...
4 ways a Landlord can end a Tenancy Agreement
Ending a Tenancy Agreement When you decide to...
Can I Evict a Tenant without a court order?
Question I have a tenant that I wish to remove...
What happens when a Will is challenged in Nigeria
Process for contentious Grant of Probate This...
How to Protect yourself when buying property in Nigeria
Protecting yourself when buying property Buying...
How to protect your Rights as a Tenant in Nigeria
Protecting your Rights as a Tenant in Nigeria...
How to get Letters of Administration in Lagos
How to get Letters of Administration in Lagos...
Can a husband evict his wife from joint property in Nigeria?
QUESTION: I bought a piece of land in me and my...
What is Government Acquisition of Land in Nigeria
Compulsory Acquisition of Land The compulsory...
Different Ways to Administer the Estate of a Deceased Person in Nigeria
Administering the Estate of a Deceased Person...
5 Latin Expressions Nigerian Lawyers love to use
If there’s one thing a Nigerian lawyer loves to...
7 Duties of Nigerian Lawyers to their Clients
Duties of Nigerian Lawyers In spite of what they...
How to become a member of the House of Representatives in Nigeria
The 1999 Constitution provides the...
How to make a complaint about a bad product or service in Nigeria
Making a Complaint Receiving substandard goods...
When Can a Freedom of Information Request be refused in Nigeria?
Grounds for Denial of Freedom of Information...
How to recall a member of the State House of Assembly
Recalling a State House of Assembly member A...
What happens when a Will is challenged in Nigeria
Process for contentious Grant of Probate This...
How to sue for food poisoning in Nigeria
Steps for suing for food poisoning in Nigeria To...
Am I Liable for the debt of my spouse under Nigerian Law?
Am I liable for the debt of my wife/husband?...
Everything you need to know about making a Will in Nigeria
Making a Will in Nigeria Ask the average...