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THE FEDERAL CHARACTER PRINCIPLE IN NIGERIA
THE FEDERAL CHARACTER PRINCIPLE IN NIGERIA: LAW, ENFORCEMENT, AND THE QUEST FOR NATIONAL UNITY I. INTRODUCTION A. Background and Context Nigeria, Africa’s most populous nation, is a complex federation comprising over 250 ethnic groups, multiple religions, and six geopolitical zones. This diversity, while a source of national strength, has historically posed significant governance challenges, including […]
A Comprehensive Guide to Recovering Wrong Bank Transfers in Nigeria
A Comprehensive Guide to Recovering Wrong Bank Transfers in Nigeria: Legal Framework, Regulatory Guidelines, Case Laws, and Practical Recommendations 1.0 Introduction ★ A bank cannot unilaterally reverse a customer’s transaction without the consent of the recipient or a court order. The advent of digital banking in Nigeria has brought immense convenience but has also introduced […]
A Comprehensive Legal Guide to Registering a Company Limited by Guarantee in Nigeria
A Comprehensive Legal Guide to Registering a Company Limited by Guarantee in Nigeria Abstract The company limited by guarantee represents one of the most important legal structures for non-profit and public-benefit entities operating in Nigeria. Governed primarily by the Companies and Allied Matters Act 2020 (CAMA 2020), this corporate form offers limited liability for members […]
Eviction Under Nigerian Law
Eviction Under Nigerian Law: Statutory Framework, Step-by-Step Process, Judicial Attitudes, and Tenant Protection 1. Introduction ★ No landlord can resort to self-help or forcibly evict a tenant without following the due process of law. The relationship between a landlord and a tenant, while inherently contractual, is also one of Nigeria’s most frequent sources of legal […]
The Virtual Assets Regulation (CBN 2025 Draft)
The Virtual Assets Regulation (CBN 2025 Draft): What’s Coming, and How to Structure a Compliant Crypto Exchange in Nigeria Now Abstract Nigeria has entered a new era for digital assets. The Investments and Securities Act 2025 (ISA 2025) now explicitly recognises virtual assets as securities and vests the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) with statutory […]