Beyond Certificates of Occupancy: The Legal Risks Hidden in Real Estate Transactions By Grace Onwuka Introduction Few documents command as much confidence as the Certificate of Occupancy, popularly called the C of O in real estate transactions. To many purchasers, lenders, developers and investors, the production of a C of [...]
SURROGACY IN NIGERIA: LEGAL UNCERTAINTY, EMERGING LEGISLATIVE REFORMS, AND PRACTICAL IMPLICATIONS FOR INTENDED PARENTS, SURROGATES, AND CHILDREN By Chisom Favour Eze Introduction Advances in Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) have transformed the landscape of family formation globally. For individuals and couples facing infertility, medical conditions affecting reproduction, or other barriers to [...]
Who Really Owns the Hit Song? A Legal Analysis in the Nigerian Music Industry By Enabulele Emmanuel Abstract Ownership in the Nigerian music industry is widely misunderstood. Many artists assume that performing a song automatically confers full ownership. In reality, music rights are layered and often shared among songwriters, producers, [...]
Resolving Family Land Disputes in Nigeria: Customary Law versus Statutory Law By Grace Onwuka Introduction Family land disputes remain one of the most persistent sources of civil conflict in Nigeria. Their endurance is largely attributable to Nigeria’s plural legal system, in which customary law continues to regulate the creation, [...]
Takedown Notices and the Responsibilties of Internet Service Providers Under the Copyright Act 2022 (Nigeria) By Chisom Eze Abstract The regulation of online content in Nigeria has become increasingly significant with the rapid expansion of digital platforms. Takedown notices have emerged as a practical, though not fully codified mechanism for [...]
From Lagos to Europe: The Legal Anatomy of Player Transfer in Nigerian Football By Olumide Elajuku-Wilson Abstract The international transfer of football players forms a critical component of the global sports industry and remains especially consequential for football-exporting nations such as Nigeria. This paper examines the legal architecture governing [...]
Social Media & Family Law in Nigeria: Can Online Evidence Determine Custody? by Grace Onwuka In contemporary Nigeria, as in the rest of the world, digital technology and social media have reshaped how people communicate, relate, and even represent themselves. The boundary between “real life” and online identity has virtually [...]
FROM TALENT TO TRADEMARK : Turning an Athlete’s Name Into a Business Asset By Princess Oriarebun In modern sports, an athlete’s identity can become a powerful commercial tool. A name, nickname, jersey number, slogan, or signature celebration can function as a brand capable of legal protection. When an athlete trademarks [...]
Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) in Nigeria: Legal Framework and Opportunities By Toluwani Folorunso The Nigerian real estate sector continues to attract investors seeking stable returns and portfolio diversification. Yet, traditional property investment requires substantial capital and involves complex management responsibilities. This is where Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) come [...]
Cyber Fraud & Corporate Liability: When Employees Become the Weakest Link by Princess Oriarebun With businesses relying heavily on digital systems, cyber-fraud is a growing concern. For corporate law firms, a major challenge is when employees, whether through carelessness or wrongdoing, cause security breaches. In Nigeria, laws are changing rapidly, [...]
