Nov
22
2019
FCCPC Issues Guidelines on Simplified Process For Foreign-To-Foreign Mergers With Nigerian Component
On 13 November 2019, the Nigerian Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) published Guidelines on the Simplified Process for Foreign to Foreign Mergers with Nigerian Component (Guidelines). Prior to the assent to the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Act (“FCCPA”) on 5th of February 2019, Merger and acq …
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Jun
3
2019
Highlights Of Discrimination Against Persons With Disabilities (Prohibition) Act 2019
In the light of what appears to be a lack of appreciation for the rights of persons with disabilities within Nigeria, the imperative of having a special piece of legislation completely dedicated to addressing their rights had become long overdue. President Muhammadu Buhari (GCON) recently signed into law …
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May
7
2019
Legal Framework For Effective Protection Of Computer Software Programs In Nigeria
The steady development of technology and the invention of various computer software and programs are a welcome development for the Nigerian economy because of the opportunities they create for employment and income generation. However, owing to the sensitivity and vulnerability of computer software
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Apr
3
2019
Review Of The New Federal High Court Asset Management Corporation Of Nigeria (AMCON) Proceedings Rules, 2018
The Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) was established under section 1 of the AMCON (AMENDMENT) Act 2015 to, amongst other functions, acquire eligible bank assets from eligible financial institutions and to hold, manage, realize and dispose of eligible bank assets (including the collection of ….
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Mar
5
2019
Highlights Of The Federal Competition And Consumer Protection Act Of Nigeria
Competition in any economic environment tends to promote productivity and innovation, which then creates an enabling environment for economic development and employment. An economy where competition thrives is an attractive destination for foreign direct investments,
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Mar
1
2019
Executive Order 7 Of 2019 On The Road Infrastructure Development And Refurbishment Investment Tax Credit Scheme
Pursuant to the powers conferred on him by the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the provisions of section 23(2) of the Companies Income Tax Act (CITA)[1], the Nigerian President, Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, recently signed into law, Executive Order No. 007 of 2019
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