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Recapitalisation Options For BDC Operators: What The New CBN Guidelines Mean

In this article, Simisola Eyisanmi and Bankole Oke explore the recapitalisation strategies available to BDCs, from equity and debt financing to mergers and retained earnings, within the context of Nigeria's evolving capital market.

Nigeria Finance

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Duale Ovia & Alex-Adedipe

The Counterparts Clause: What Every Stakeholder In The Business Community Should Know

Suppose you've signed a contract, whether as a business owner, executive, or have reviewed the contents of a contract as a lawyer, company secretary or even as a Judicial officer.

Nigeria Commercial

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PUNUKA Attorneys & Solicitors

Joint Ventures In Nigeria: How Foreign Investors Can Structure Safe, Profitable Partnerships

Nigeria is one of Africa's most attractive markets for foreign direct investment, but entering the market alone can be daunting. Many foreign investors, especially those in industries like oil and gas...

Nigeria Government

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The Trusted Advisors

Laying The Matter To Rest: Is Shareholder Approval Of Audited Financial Statements Required At Annual General Meetings? Part I

Annual General Meetings (AGMs) are essential to corporate governance, acting as the main platform for shareholders to interact with a company's board of directors and management. AGMs serve as a forum for evaluating...

Nigeria Commercial

Syntegral Legal Practice

Recapitalization Of Nigerian Banks Through Rights Issues And Public Offering: Challenges And Prospects

Nigeria Finance

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Alliance Law Firm

Doing Business In: Nigeria – Country Comparative Guide

Nigeria Commercial

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Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie

The Implications Of Debt Financing And Equity Financing On Businesses

Nigeria Commercial

Compos Mentis Legal Practitioners

What Is New In Nigeria's Mergers And Acquisition Landscape? A Review Of Regulatory Shift

Nigeria Commercial

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Pavestones Legal

How To Set Up And Register A Hotel Business In Nigeria

Nigeria Media & IT

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The Trusted Advisors

The Significance Of Voting Rights For Preference Shareholders In Corporate Governance

Nigeria Commercial

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Legal Issues In Startup Financing

Nigeria Commercial

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Candelp

Series A Financing – What To Expect

Nigeria Commercial

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Balogun Harold

Startups & Shareholders' Agreement

Nigeria Commercial

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Balogun Harold

Stock Market Delistings: Balancing Investor Confidence And Corporate Strategy

Nigeria Commercial

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SimmonsCooper Partners

When Machines Fail: Understanding Liability In AI-Driven Medical Errors Within Nigeria's Healthcare System

Nigeria Healthcare

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

The Nigerian Tax Reform Acts, 2025: An In-Depth Guide For Businesses, Investors, And Taxpayers

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PUNUKA Attorneys & Solicitors

Nigeria Remains On The Financial Action Task Force's (FATF) Grey List For AML/CFT/PF Deficiencies: The Way Forward

Nigeria Government

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Lexworth Legal Partners

New Online Lending Regulations In Nigeria By FCCPC

Nigeria Consumer

BH

Balogun Harold

Tax Reform In Nigeria: Key Changes Under New Tax Acts

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The Trusted Advisors

Guide On How A Private Company Can Go Public And Trade On The Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX)

Going public is a significant milestone for any private company, offering access to capital, increased visibility, and enhanced credibility.

Nigeria Commercial

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

Legal Procedures For The Removal And Appointment Of Company Directors Under The Nigerian Law

In Nigeria, the Companies and Allied Matters Act 2020 (CAMA) governs the appointment and removal of company directors.

Nigeria Commercial

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

Corporate Governance: The Duties And Responsibilities Of Directors Under Nigerian Law

Corporate Governance plays a fundamental role in impacting the success and sustainability of any company and at the heart of a company's governance structure is its Directors.

Nigeria Commercial

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Pavestones Legal

You Can Now Register Your Company And Be The Only Shareholder And Director

Under the Companies and Allied Matters Act 1990("CAMA") which is the old law regulating the registration, management and control of companies, business names and incorporated trustees in Nigeria...

Nigeria Commercial

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Tope Adebayo LP

Board Evaluation: An Effective Tool Of Corporate Governance And Sustainability

Nigeria Commercial

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Tope Adebayo LP

SEC's Draft Rules Facilitate Pension Funds' Investment In Commercial Papers

Nigeria Employment

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Banwo & Ighodalo

The Impact Of Minority Shareholder Protection On Corporate Governance Practices And Investment Efficiency In Nigeria

Nigeria Commercial

Compos Mentis Legal Practitioners

Requirements For LLC Registration In Nigeria

Nigeria Commercial

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Resolution Law Firm

Nigeria's Companies And Allied Matters Act 2020 And The Position Of The Law On Single Shareholding Of Companies

Nigeria Commercial

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ENR Advisory

Capital Markets Comparative Guide

Nigeria Commercial

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CLP Legal

Procedures For Setting Up A Holding, Consortium, And A Group Of Companies In Nigeria

Nigeria Commercial

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

Legal Framework For Insider Dealing Under The Nigerian Law

Nigeria Commercial

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

How To Register A Representative Or Liaison Office In Nigeria

Nigeria Commercial

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Firmus Advisory

An Overview Of The Corporate Governance Guidelines For Commercial, Merchant Non-Interest And Payment Services Banks And Corporate Governance Guidelines For Financial Holding Companies In Nigeria Vis-À-Vis The Code Of Corporate Governance For Public Companies Issued By The Securities And Exchange Commission

Nigeria Commercial

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AELEX

Procedures For Setting Up A Holding, Consortium, And A Group Of Companies In Nigeria

Establishing a holding company, consortium, or group of companies in Nigeria involves navigating specific legal frameworks set out by the Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA) 2020.

Nigeria Commercial

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

Legal Framework For Insider Dealing Under The Nigerian Law

It is undeniable that exploiting information that is inaccessible to the other party has been a longstanding facet of human behaviour. It is inherent in human nature to prioritise safeguarding one's interests

Nigeria Commercial

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

How To Register A Representative Or Liaison Office In Nigeria

CAMA which is the law that guides corporate and business-related activities in Nigeria requires any company that wishes to conduct business activities in Nigeria to register with the corporate affairs commission.

Nigeria Commercial

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Firmus Advisory

An Overview Of The Corporate Governance Guidelines For Commercial, Merchant Non-Interest And Payment Services Banks And Corporate Governance Guidelines For Financial Holding Companies In Nigeria Vis-À-Vis The Code Of Corporate Governance For Public Companies Issued By The Securities And Exchange Commission

On 13th July 2023, the CBN issued the Corporate Governance Guidelines for Commercial, Merchant, Non-Interest and Payment Services Banks in Nigeria and the Corporate Governance Guidelines for Financial Holding Companies in Nigeria ...

Nigeria Commercial

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AELEX

Licensing Requirements For Banks And Other Financial Institutions In Nigeria

Nigeria Finance

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Pavestones Legal

Securing Funding In Nigeria: Legal Aspects Of Venture Capital And Angel Investments

Securing funding is a critical step for any startup, and understanding the legal aspects of venture capital (VC) and angel investments is essential for Nigerian entrepreneurs. This article explores the often-overlooked...

Nigeria Commercial

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The Trusted Advisors

Nigerian Startups: How To Draft And Negotiate Favourable Contracts With Investors

Securing investment is a pivotal moment for any startup, especially in Nigeria's vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem. However, the process of drafting and negotiating contracts with investors...

Nigeria Commercial

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The Trusted Advisors

Contractual Agreements Nigerian Startups Should Have

Starting a business in Nigeria is an exciting venture, but it comes with its own set of challenges. One of the most critical aspects of running a successful startup is having the right contractual agreements in place.

Nigeria Commercial

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The Trusted Advisors

Doing Business In Nigeria: A Guide To Foreign Investors

Nigeria is a developing capitalist economy. Free enterprise is the norm but there are some important sectors like Electricity and Water that are partially owned and controlled by the government.

Nigeria Commercial

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

An Analysis Of The Decision Of The Federal High Court Affirming That Private Companies With Two Or More Shareholders/Members Can Transition To Single-Shareholder/Member Companies

Nigeria Commercial

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Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie

The Validity Of A Single Shareholder Structure For Companies Incorporated Prior To CAMA 2020

Nigeria Commercial

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Famsville Solicitors

Types Of Business Registration In Nigeria

Nigeria Commercial

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Resolution Law Firm

Everything You Need To Know About Company Meetings In Nigeria

Nigeria Commercial

uA

Firmus Advisory

Ready, Set, Exit: Private Equity Exit Strategies

Nigeria Commercial

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SimmonsCooper Partners

How To Obtain A Fintech License In Nigeria: Switching And Processing License

Nigeria Technology

uA

Firmus Advisory

How To Set Up A Holding/Group Company In Nigeria

Nigeria Commercial

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The Trusted Advisors

Legal Implications Of Bank Liquidation: The Case Of Heritage Bank PLC

Nigeria Commercial

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The Trusted Advisors

Removal Of Directors Not An Exclusive Remit Of Shareholders – A Review Of Section 288 Of Cama Vis-À-Vis Relevant Judicial Decisions

Nigeria Commercial

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AELEX

Federal High Court Rules That Pre-CAMA 2020 Private Companies Can Transition To Single Shareholder Structure

Nigeria Commercial

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Banwo & Ighodalo

Shareholder's Right Of Pre-Emption: Understanding Its Significance, Implementation, And Impact In Corporate Governance

Nigeria Commercial

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Stren & Blan Partners

An Overview Of The SEC's Framework On Accelerated Regulatory Incubation Programme For The Onboarding Of VASPs And DISPs

Nigeria Commercial

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Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie

Part II - Cracking The Contract Code: Essential Startup Contracts Explained

Nigeria Commercial

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SimmonsCooper Partners

Nominee Directors In Nigeria: What Should I Know For Free?

Nigeria Commercial

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PUNUKA Attorneys & Solicitors

The Private Equity Advantage: Ready, Set, Grow

Nigeria Commercial

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SimmonsCooper Partners

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