Registering a Company or Business in Nigeria

Legal Compliance Made Simple, Fast, and Efficient

To operate a business legally in Nigeria, registration with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) is mandatory. This process legitimizes your business, secures your rights, and unlocks access to essential opportunities such as bank financing, corporate contracts, and government incentives.

At 1st Attorneys, we understand the complexities of Nigerian regulatory requirements and the delays that often frustrate entrepreneurs. That’s why we offer a turnkey solution—taking your business from idea to legal entity while ensuring full compliance every step of the way.

Why Business Registration Is Crucial

Legal Personality: Become a recognized entity under Nigerian law, capable of owning assets, entering contracts, and suing or being sued.
Name Protection: Exclusive rights to your business or company name nationwide.
Access to Credit and Investments: Registered entities are eligible for loans, grants, and equity investments.
Regulatory Compliance: Avoid fines, closures, and disruptions from CAC, FIRS, and other regulators.
Structured Governance: Clear frameworks for ownership, roles, and succession planning.
Eligibility for Contracts: Bid for public or private tenders and become a registered vendor.

Our Business Registration Services

We provide tailored legal support for:

Name Reservation & Availability Search
Business Name Registration (Part B – Sole Proprietors)
Private Limited Company (Ltd) Incorporation
Company Limited by Guarantee (Nonprofits & Social Enterprises)
Incorporated Trustees Registration (NGOs, Associations, Faith Groups)
Foreign-Owned Company Incorporation
Tax Identification Number (TIN) & VAT Registration
Business Permit & Expatriate Quota Applications
Post-Incorporation Services: Director change, object clause, address updates, etc.

Required Documents (We’ll Guide You)

Two proposed business names
Passport photograph and valid ID of each promoter
Business objectives
Registered office address
Shareholding structure (for companies)
Details of directors/trustees/partners
Constitution or MEMART (we draft it for you)
Proof of payment of CAC filing fees

Why Choose 1st Attorneys?

We Are Legal Professionals: Licensed lawyers with deep knowledge of CAC law and CAMA 2020.
No Guesswork: Full legal accuracy, from name reservation to incorporation certificate.
Timely Execution: We deliver on time, with full updates at every stage.
Transparent Fees: No hidden charges. Clear documentation.
Remote Services Available: We work with clients across Nigeria and abroad.