When Cargo Stops Moving: The Commercial Consequences of Regulatory Detention
In maritime trade, cargo detention is often approached first as a regulatory or operational matter. Attention turns to the reason for the detention, the investigation…
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Maritime & Legal Considerations for Exporters: Moving goods, money and legal responsibility across borders.
Exporting is more than moving goods from one country to another. Every shipment involves contracts, shipping documents, payment arrangements, regulatory…
BEYOND THE SCREEN: The Legal Framework Shaping Nigeria’s Film Industry
From film financing and intellectual property to distribution, licensing and streaming, the legal architecture behind Nigeria’s growing entertainment economy is becoming increasingly important. Nigeria’s film…
SEC Bans INEDs from Becoming CEOs: What This Means for Nigerian Companies
Introduction The Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC” or the “Commission”) on 19th June 2025, officially prohibited Independent Non-Executive Directors (“INEDs”) from transitioning into Executive Director…
NDPC’s ₦766.2 million fine against Multichoice Nigeria: Key lessons for cross-border data accountability
INTRODUCTION On 6th June 2025, the Nigerian Data Protection Commission (the “NDPC”) imposed a ₦766,242,500 administrative penalty on Multichoice Nigeria for systemic violations of the…
The Role of the Independent Auditor as a Pillar of Good Corporate Governance
INTRODUCTION China’s Ministry of Finance on 13th September 2024 imposed severe penalties on PricewaterhouseCoopers China (PWC China) for financial reporting misconduct involving Hengda Real Estate,…
Sports Betting in Nigeria: Some Regulatory Considerations
Podcasting operational change management inside of workflows to establish a framework. Taking seamless key performance indicators offline to maximise the long tail. Proactively envisioned multimedia…
NDPC Commences Industry-wide Compliance Audit
INTRODUCTION On 25 August 2025, the Nigerian Data Protection Commission (“NDPC” or “the Commission”) issued a sector-wide compliance notice pursuant to its powers under Sections…
Breaking Down the Investment and Securities Act 2025
INTRODUCTION The Federal Legislature took its time; the reform of the Investment and Securities Act (ISA) 2007 by the enactment of the Investment and Securities…
The Cybersecurity Levy – Points to Note
INTRODUCTION The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) by a circular dated May 6, 2024 ordered all banks, financial institutions, and payments service providers to place…
