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Is wearing camouflage by civilians illegal in Nigeria?
Question: Is there a law banning civilians from...
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...
5 Ways the VAPP has changed the offence of Rape in Nigeria
The VAPP and Rape in Nigeria In 2015, the...
How to make a complaint against a Police Officer in Nigeria
Making a Complaint about the Police in Nigeria...
How to make a complaint against a soldier in Nigeria
How to make a complaint against a Soldier in...
4 Things to know about a Certificate of Incorporation
4 Things to know about a Certificate of...
Which Laws Apply to the incorporation of companies in Nigeria?
Question: what other laws apply to incorporated...
Legal Risks involved in running a website
Running a website in Nigeria There are a number...
Global Standing Instruction: Everything you need to know
Global Standing Instruction (GSI) in Nigeria On...
Starting & Running an Online Business in Nigeria: A Legal Guide
This legal guide was created to give...
Legal Pitfalls to Avoid as a Freelancer doing business in Nigeria
Looking to get started as a Freelancer in...
Legal Issues Employers in Nigeria need to consider
Employment Issues in Nigeria In this article, we...
What you should know about Pensions in Nigeria
In Nigeria today, almost every worker sees a...
Case Analysis: HIV/AIDS Discrimination in the workplace
Case Analysis – Onuhikemi v Smridu Nigeria Ltd...
11 Things to Know about Nigeria’s Employee Compensation Act
Nigeria's Employee Compensation Act The Employee...
How to Recover Unpaid Salary from an Employer in Nigeria
How to Recover Unpaid Salary from an Employer If...
9 Things every Nigerian should know about the Labour Act
The Nigerian Labour Act The Nigerian Labour Act...
Can a husband evict his wife from joint property in Nigeria?
QUESTION: I bought a piece of land in me and my...
What happens when a Will is challenged in Nigeria
Process for contentious Grant of Probate This...
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...
7 Legal Pitfalls Tenants in Nigeria should be aware of
Are you a tenant or potential tenant? You need...
How to Protect yourself when buying property in Nigeria
Protecting yourself when buying property Buying...
4 ways a Landlord can end a Tenancy Agreement
Ending a Tenancy Agreement When you decide to...
How to become a Local Government Chairman in Nigeria
Process to become a Local Government Chairman...
14 Things Every Nigerian should know about the Constitution
What is the Constitution One of the most common...
How to become a member of the House of Representatives in Nigeria
The 1999 Constitution provides the...
Everything you need to know about making a Will in Nigeria
Making a Will in Nigeria Ask the average...
Are pre-nuptial agreements valid under Nigerian law?
Pre-nuptial agreements (more popularly known as...
Am I Liable for the debt of my spouse under Nigerian Law?
Am I liable for the debt of my wife/husband?...
My fiancé broke off our engagement, can I sue under Nigerian law?
Now, this discussion is not about what went...
Different Ways to Administer the Estate of a Deceased Person in Nigeria
Administering the Estate of a Deceased Person...
How to get Letters of Administration in Lagos
How to get Letters of Administration in Lagos...