Introduction On 23 January 2026, the English Court of Appeal delivered its decision in The Federal Republic of Nigeria v VR Global Partners LP & Ors [2026] EWCA Civ 25. The ruling forms part of the broader Nigeria–P&ID arbitration proceedings, following Nigeria’s success in setting aside the award on fraud grounds. The dispute then turned […]
In commercial transactions, even well-drafted contracts sometimes require adjustment. Market shifts, delivery delays, or operational challenges can make original terms impractical
Nigeria is proposing a new approach to digital regulation through the Online Harm Protection Bill (“Bill”), currently under consideration at the National Assembly.
On 17 July 2025, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) published the draft General Authorization Framework (GAF)—a forward-looking regulatory proposal designed to make Nigeria’s telecom licensing regime more flexible, responsive, and innovation-ready.
On 14 July 2025, the Federal High Court in Lagos granted Dolphin Drilling AS leave to enforce an arbitral award of approximately USD 105 million against General Hydrocarbons Limited (GHL).
On 24 June 2025, the Governments of Nigeria and Brazil formalized a $1 billion agricultural mechanization agreement aimed at modernizing Nigeria’s food production systems (the “Programme”).
On 26 June 2025, His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu signed four major tax reform bills into law, marking a significant policy shift in Nigeria’s fiscal landscape.
Cross-border estate planning is becoming increasingly relevant for families with ties to Nigeria, the UK, and the US.
On 7 July 2025, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued a Guidance Note to Capital Market Operators and Public Companies on the Circular Regarding Board Appointments and Director Tenure.
In March 2025, the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) issued the General Application and Implementation Directive (GAID) 2025, providing structured guidance on the implementation of the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA) 2023.
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