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Balancing Data Privacy and Innovation: Legal Considerations

  • November 28, 2023
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Data is the new digital currency. This increasingly familiar expression is used to denote the invaluableness of data in today’s digital world. Indeed, data processing corporations feature prominently among the most valuable corporations in the world. As is typical with any lucrative venture, new entrants are emerging in the data processing space including tech startups, […]

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A,B,C Guides to Taxation

  • November 28, 2023
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WHAT IS TAX? Taxes can be defined as compulsory payments imposed by the government on individuals, families, corporations, and other entities. They are typically levied to generate revenue for the government and fund public expenditures, such as infrastructure development, healthcare, education, and defense. Taxes are a vital part of the functioning of a country, allowing […]

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An Overview of the Newly Enacted Arbitration and Mediation Act, 2023

  • October 22, 2023
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Arbitration serves as the guiding light that leads conflicting parties towards the shores of resolution, nurturing an environment of harmony, equity, and righteousness in a world where conflicts frequently pose a risk of overwhelming us with disharmony. As a result, the legislation pertaining to arbitration demands the utmost attention, not only to ensure the fulfillment […]

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Exploring Mortgage Transactions and Stamp Duties in Nigeria’s Business Landscape

  • October 22, 2023
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In modern banking, the strategic use of mortgages stands as a reliable approach to secure and optimize depositors’ funds, particularly when they are channeled into credit facilities like loans. This strategy, prevalent in financial institutions, especially banks, establishes a sturdy framework to ensure borrowers’ repayment while aligning with historical practices and contemporary business needs. Stemming […]

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Exploring Mortgage Transactions and Stamp Duties in Nigeria’s Business Landscape – Part 2

  • October 22, 2023
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In the first part of this series, “Exploring Mortgage Transactions and Stamp Duties in Nigeria’s Business Landscape,” we delved into the intricate relationship between mortgage transactions and stamp duties, shedding light on their historical origins and the evolving landscape of financial practices. We discussed the creation of mortgages, the roles of different parties, the significance […]

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Scope for Renewable Energy in Nigeria

  • October 22, 2023
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At SimmonsCooper Partners, we believe in a sustainable future and the power of renewable energy to make it happen. As we explore alternative energy sources, renewable energy shines as a solution to address climate change, protect the environment, and bring numerous benefits to individuals, communities, and the global economy. In this guide, we will provide […]

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Data Breach Response and Mitigation: Legal Perspectives

  • October 22, 2023
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The need to protect the integrity of personal data from unauthorized access and breaches cannot be overstated. The reason is not far-fetched: personal data is specific to each data subject and represents that data subject’s identity, which invariably makes any breach potentially ruinous to the data subject. This perhaps also explains the somewhat onerous obligations […]

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Annotation of the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation 2019

  • October 20, 2023
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This section outlines the objectives of the Regulation, focusing on four main goals. Firstly, it aims to protect the data privacy rights of individuals. Secondly, it aims to promote secure transactions involving the exchange of Personal Data. Thirdly, it seeks to prevent any unauthorized manipulation of Personal Data. Lastly, it strives to ensure that Nigerian […]

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Annotations Of Section 59-69 Of The Federal Competition And Consumer Protection Act.

  • October 20, 2023
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Section 59-69 of the federal competition and consumer protection Act focuses on restrictive agreements, its prohibition, what constitutes an exception to restrictive agreements, the penalties for breaching the provisions of the Act etc. Section 59 -Prohibition Of Agreements In Restriant Of Competition. (a) Directly or indirectly fixing a purchase or selling price of goods or […]