Nigeria: Corporate/Commercial Law

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Share Purchase Agreements – Key Legal Risks And Protections For Buyers And Sellers
Share Purchase Agreements (SPAs) serve as critical risk allocation tools in corporate transactions, governing the transfer of company shares between buyers and sellers. This article examines the key legal risks inherent in SPAs and explores the protective mechanisms—including representations and warranties, indemnities, conditions precedent, and escrow arrangements—that parties employ to safeguard their interests throughout the transaction lifecycle.
Nigeria Commercial
TT
The Trusted Advisors
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Drafting Commercial Contracts To Prevent Disputes | Key Clauses Every Business Must Include
Commercial contracts form the foundation of business relationships, yet their effectiveness depends entirely on how well they are drafted. Understanding which clauses to include and how to structure them can mean the difference between a smooth transaction and costly litigation. What are the essential provisions every business must incorporate to protect its interests and prevent disputes?
Nigeria Commercial
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The Trusted Advisors
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Article
Share Purchase Agreements – Key Legal Risks And Protections For Buyers And Sellers
Share Purchase Agreements (SPAs) serve as critical risk allocation tools in corporate transactions, governing the transfer of company shares between buyers and sellers. This article examines the key legal risks inherent in SPAs and explores the protective mechanisms—including representations and warranties, indemnities, conditions precedent, and escrow arrangements—that parties employ to safeguard their interests throughout the transaction lifecycle.
Nigeria Commercial
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The Trusted Advisors
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Compliance

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Insurance Policyholders’ Protection Fund: Key Obligations For Insurers And Reinsurers Under The New NAICOM Guidelines
The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has issued Guidelines for the Insurance Policyholders' Protection Fund (IPPF), requiring all licensed insurers and reinsurers to contribute 0.25% of their Net Premium Income to protect policyholders and beneficiaries. The Guidelines establish a comprehensive framework for funding, management, and utilization of the Fund, with strict compliance obligations and regulatory oversight.
Nigeria Insurance
UU
Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie
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Venture Capital

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Navigating Transfer Pricing For Startups And Tech Companies: A Nigerian Perspective By Victoria Taiwo And Omojo Adefila
Nigeria’s startup ecosystem has established itself as one of the most dynamic in Africa. Despite global headwinds in venture capital markets, funding into African technology companies remained significant in 2024, with Partech reporting that US$3.2 billion was invested across the continent, much of it concentrated in Lagos, a city that now ranks among the leading global hubs for technology talent and entrepreneurial activity.
Nigeria Tax
KN
KPMG Nigeria
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Corporate and Company Law

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Insurance Policyholders’ Protection Fund: Key Obligations For Insurers And Reinsurers Under The New NAICOM Guidelines
The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has issued Guidelines for the Insurance Policyholders' Protection Fund (IPPF), requiring all licensed insurers and reinsurers to contribute 0.25% of their Net Premium Income to protect policyholders and beneficiaries. The Guidelines establish a comprehensive framework for funding, management, and utilization of the Fund, with strict compliance obligations and regulatory oversight.
Nigeria Insurance
UU
Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie
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