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How to handle Sexual Harassment at Work in Nigeria

Sexual harassment at work is a massive problem...

Stop and Search by Police in Nigeria – Your Rights

Does the Police have the right to stop and...

3 Things Every Nigerian Should know about Bail

1. Definition of Bail Bail can be defined as the...

Your Rights when dealing with a LASTMA official

Can LASTMA officials arrest me? LASTMA...

7 Things to Know about Nigeria’s Whistle Blower Policy

1. The Whistle-blower Policy is not a Law of the...

What is the Presumption of Innocence under Nigerian Law?

The presumption of innocence – what is it? The...

Domestic Abuse Laws in Nigeria

Laws against Domestic abuse in Nigeria Domestic...

Is wearing camouflage by civilians illegal in Nigeria?

Question: Is there a law banning civilians from...

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...

How to register for VAT in Nigeria

What is VAT? Value Added Tax (VAT) is a tax...

How to start a Restaurant in Nigeria: The Legal Issues

Starting a Restaurant in Nigeria: The Legal...

How to Register a Design in Nigeria

The Process to register a Design/Industrial...

4 Essential Legal Documents for every Start-Up

4 Essential Legal Documents for Every Start-Up...

Global Standing Instruction: Everything you need to know

Global Standing Instruction (GSI) in Nigeria On...

5 Taxes every Nigerian Entrepreneur should be aware of

Taxes in Nigeria If you are reading this post,...

How to start an Online Business in Nigeria: The Legal Issues

Legal Issues involved in starting an online...

5 Reasons you need to register your Trademark in Nigeria

Why you should register your Trademark in...

Legal Risks involved in running a website

Running a website in Nigeria There are a number...

Can an email be a binding contract?

QUESTION: To what extent does an email or online...

What you should know about Pensions in Nigeria

In Nigeria today, almost every worker sees a...

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...

Salary rights after job termination

Question I was gainfully employed somewhere when...

How to complain about an Employer in Nigeria

Complaining about your Employer In Nigeria,...

Legal Issues Employers in Nigeria need to consider

Employment Issues in Nigeria In this article, we...

Unfair Dismissal by an Employer: Your Legal Rights

What is unfair dismissal? Unfair dismissal is an...

11 Things to Know about Nigeria’s Employee Compensation Act

Nigeria's Employee Compensation Act The Employee...

Are Employment Bonds Legal in Nigeria?

QUESTION: I am a banker currently working with a...

Late/Non-Payment of Salary: What to Do?

Question: “My employer has not paid my last...

Can a husband evict his wife from joint property in Nigeria?

QUESTION: I bought a piece of land in me and my...

How to get Letters of Administration in Lagos

How to get Letters of Administration in Lagos...

7 Legal Pitfalls Tenants in Nigeria should be aware of

Are you a tenant or potential tenant? You need...

10 Steps to Buying Property in Lagos

Legal Guide to buying Property in Lagos Buying...

What is Government Acquisition of Land in Nigeria

Compulsory Acquisition of Land The compulsory...

10 Things Lagosians should know about the Lagos Tenancy Law

The Lagos Tenancy Law 2011   1. The Lagos...

4 ways a Landlord can end a Tenancy Agreement

Ending a Tenancy Agreement When you decide to...

How to Protect yourself when buying property in Nigeria

Protecting yourself when buying property Buying...

Can I Evict a Tenant without a court order?

Question I have a tenant that I wish to remove...

How to Evict a Tenant in Lagos

The Process for Evicting a Tenant in Lagos...

How to get a Tourist Visa to Nigeria

THE PROCESS TO APPLY FOR A TOURIST VISA TO...

Why do Nigerian Lawyers wear Wigs and Black Gowns?

Ever wondered why Nigerian lawyers wear those...

How to make a complaint to First Bank Customer Care

In this article, we shall provide a guide to...

How to become a Local Government Councillor in Nigeria

Local Government Councillor in Nigeria:...

How to sue someone in Nigeria

The Process to sue a person in Nigeria There are...

How to Remove a Trustee of an NGO in Nigeria

How to Remove a Trustee of an NGO A NGO...

Understanding what NAFDAC does

Understanding what NAFDAC does The National...

What happens when a Will is challenged in Nigeria

Process for contentious Grant of Probate This...

How to get a Separation in Nigeria

How to get a separation from your Marriage in...

How to get Letters of Administration in Lagos

How to get Letters of Administration in Lagos...

Are pre-nuptial agreements valid under Nigerian law?

Pre-nuptial agreements (more popularly known as...

Domestic Abuse Laws in Nigeria

Laws against Domestic abuse in Nigeria Domestic...

Domestic Violence Prevention in Lagos

Domestic Violence in Lagos State The Lagos State...

How much does a Divorce cost in Nigeria

Divorce Fees in Nigeria There are no fixed fees...
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