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Before You Build In Lagos: What You Really Need To Know About Building Approval

The fear of property demolition in Lagos is a stark reality that shapes the conversation in the real estate business. You've likely heard the common phrase from investors: "I have my building approval."

Nigeria Real Estate

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Charis Legal Practice

Understanding How To Claim Special Damages In A Breach Of Contract Case: A Review Of The Supreme Court's Decision In Ajigbotosho v. Renolds Const. Co. Ltd (2019) 3 NWLR (Pt. 1659) 287

In a breach of contract claim, damages fall into two broad categories: general and special. While general damages are presumed to flow naturally from the breach...

Nigeria Commercial

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Abdu-Salam Abbas & Co

Illegal Estates In Lagos State: The Importance Of Having A Layout Approval For An Estate

On 4 August 2025, the Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development ("the Ministry"), issued a list comprising one hundred and seventy-six (176) illegal estates...

Nigeria Real Estate

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Abdu-Salam Abbas & Co

Do You Require A Planning Permit To Embark On The Renovation Of A Property In Lagos State?

Many property owners or developers in Lagos State are unaware of the crucial legal difference between repair work and renovation work on a property.

Nigeria Real Estate

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Abdu-Salam Abbas & Co

Key Legal Considerations When Purchasing Family Or Communal Land

Nigeria Real Estate

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Tunde & Adisa

Nigerian Real Estate Matters Lagos State's Crackdown On 176 Illegal Estates: A Legal Perspective

Nigeria Real Estate

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Lagos State Publishes List Of Over 170 Illegal Estates

Nigeria Real Estate

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Balogun Harold

LASBCA "Request-for-Documents" Letters: Key Considerations

Nigeria Real Estate

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Balogun Harold

Managing Construction Disputes In Nigeria: A Strategic Guide

Nigeria Real Estate

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G ELIAS

Demolition Notices In Lagos

Nigeria Real Estate

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Balogun Harold

Buying A House In Lagos

Nigeria Real Estate

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Balogun Harold

Off-Plan Property Purchases In Lagos: Key Considerations

Nigeria Real Estate

BH

Balogun Harold

Land Ownership And Title Disputes In Nigeria: Understanding The Land Tenure System And Title Verification

Nigeria Real Estate

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Lagos State Government Issues Public Notice On The Right Of Way (RoW) For Infrastructural Development

Nigeria Real Estate

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Banwo & Ighodalo

Nigerian Tax Reforms And The Future Of Free Trade Zones In Nigeria: A Significant Policy Shift.

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KPMG Nigeria

Understanding AI Liability: Who's Responsible When Algorithms Err?

Worldwide Technology

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Policy Analysis Of The 2025 Tax Reform Acts Pt.2 - The Nigeria Tax Administration Act 2025

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Tunde & Adisa

Procedure For Setting Up A Trust In Nigeria

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Resolution Law Firm

Know Your Taxes: The Tax Reforms And Your Statutory Filing Obligations - A Simplified Guide

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Tunde & Adisa

How To Obtain A Demolition Permit In Lagos

In Nigeria, the demolition of a building cannot occur without first obtaining a valid demolition permit from the relevant regulatory authority.

Nigeria Litigation

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The Trusted Advisors

Lagos State Government Offers A 90-Day Amnesty For Planning Permit Compliance

Are you a property owner or developer with existing developments lacking proper Planning Permits? This is to inform you that the Lagos State Government is granting a 90-day amnesty period from May 2nd to July 30th, 2024.

Nigeria Real Estate

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Tope Adebayo LP

Concurrent Delay In Construction Contracts: A Pragmatic Perspective

Delays on construction projects are common, often creating disputes over responsibility, extension of time and liquidated damages. Concurrent delays, where both the contractor and the employer contribute to the delay simultaneously, often create complexities.

Nigeria Real Estate

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Tope Adebayo LP

Essential Licenses And Business Permits To Operate In Nigeria: A Breakdown By Industry

Having a thorough understanding of the regulatory landscape in Nigeria is crucial for business success, yet it's often one of the most challenging parts of setting up a business.

Nigeria Commercial

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The Trusted Advisors

Measures Addressing Delay And Cost Overrun Risks In Construction Projects

Nigeria Government

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G ELIAS

How To Obtain A Building Permit In Nigeria: A Comprehensive Guide

Nigeria Real Estate

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The Trusted Advisors

Is The Creation Of Special Offences Court Legal /Does It Rob The Citizenry Of A Free And Fair Trial?

Nigeria Real Estate

Gresyndale Legal

Project Financing And Risk Allocation For Construction Projects In Nigeria: Legal Aspects And Mitigation Strategies

Nigeria Real Estate

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Stren & Blan Partners

Best Property Law Firm In Lagos, Nigeria (2024)

Nigeria Real Estate

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The Trusted Advisors

Collateral Warranties In Construction Projects: Why You Need Them

Worldwide Real Estate

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Stren & Blan Partners

Regulation Of Building Projects In Nigeria - Inadequate Or Unenforced? A Case Study Of Lagos State

Nigeria Real Estate

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Tope Adebayo LP

Real Estate - Regulatory Update

Nigeria Real Estate

BI

Banwo & Ighodalo

Securing Contractual Obligations: An Analysis Of Construction Bonds And Liquidated Damages From An Employer's Perspective

Nigeria Real Estate

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Olajide Oyewole LLP

Energy & Infrastructure Construction Law Roundtable In Lagos, Nigeria

Nigeria Government

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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Regulation Of Building Projects In Nigeria - Inadequate Or Unenforced? A Case Study Of Lagos State

The recent collapse of a 21-story building on Gerard Road, Ikoyi area of Lagos State and the consequent loss of precious lives in that debacle has once again

Nigeria Real Estate

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Tope Adebayo LP

Real Estate - Regulatory Update

The Lagos State Urban and Regional Planning and Development Law, 2019 (the "Law") and the regulations made thereunder, prohibit the commencement of construction works...

Nigeria Real Estate

BI

Banwo & Ighodalo

Securing Contractual Obligations: An Analysis Of Construction Bonds And Liquidated Damages From An Employer's Perspective

A bond is a promise by deed, where the person giving the promise (the "Obligor") promises to pay another person (the "Obligee"), a sum of money.

Nigeria Real Estate

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Olajide Oyewole LLP

Energy & Infrastructure Construction Law Roundtable In Lagos, Nigeria

James Doe, our Global Co-Head of Construction Disputes, recently spoke at the Energy & Infrastructure Construction Law Roundtable co-hosted with Aluko & Oyebode in Lagos...

Nigeria Government

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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Liabilities Of Property Owners Under The Environmental Laws Of Lagos State

Nigeria Environment

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The Trusted Advisors

Project Finance: Identification, Allocation And Mitigation Of Risk Factors

This is because there is a direct relationship between recourse and the sponsor's balance sheet, debt to assets ratio, and risk.

Nigeria Finance

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SimmonsCooper Partners

Key Lessons Every Contractor Must Know About Payment Applications In Construction Projects

When contractors are engaged in construction projects, the employer undertakes to make payments to the contractor in instalments and through the mechanisms provided under their contract.

Nigeria Real Estate

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AELEX

Registration Of Title To Land At Abuja Geographic Information System, Nigeria

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Abuja, Nigeria's capital is gradually becoming a renowned city in Africa.

Nigeria Real Estate

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Fred-Young & Evans

Background To The Infrastructure Tax Credit Scheme

To combat these shortfalls, the Federal Government of Nigeria has incentivised private sector participation in the provision and maintenance of key infrastructures across the country.

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Moroom Africa Legal Consults

Wrongfully Suspending Performance Of A Construction Contract - When A Contractor Will Not Be Liable For Repudiatory Breach

Nigeria Real Estate

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AELEX

Understanding The Employer's Entitlement To Liquidated Damages When There Is Sectional Completion

Nigeria Real Estate

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AELEX

Overview Of Compulsory Acquisition Of Land In Nigeria By Government

Nigeria Real Estate

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Resolution Law Firm

‘Smart City' Options: Optimizing Real Estate Development In Nigeria

Nigeria Real Estate

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LeLaw Barristers & Solicitors

Pitfalls, Issues And Prospects: A Perspective On Some Concessions Of Public Infrastructure In Nigeria

Nigeria Real Estate

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LeLaw Barristers & Solicitors

Determinants Of Practical Completion And Defect Liability Period Of A Building Project Under Nigerian Law

Nigeria Real Estate

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Fred-Young & Evans

Post-No-Debit Orders On The Accounts Of Customers: Limitation To The Powers Of Regulatory Agencies And Financial Institutions

Nigeria Finance

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AELEX

What To Know Before Buying A Land & House In Nigeria

Nigeria Real Estate

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Resolution Law Firm

Building Blocks: Legal And Commercial Issues In Bridging The Housing Deficit Gap In Nigeria

Nigeria Real Estate

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LeLaw Barristers & Solicitors

Progressions: From Road Trust Fund To Road Infrastructure Development And Refurbishment Tax Credit

Nigeria Real Estate

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LeLaw Barristers & Solicitors

Covid-19 Guidance Memorandum To Users Of FIDIC Standard Forms Of Works Contract

Nigeria Real Estate

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AELEX

Constructions: Legal Issues In ‘Minding How You Build'

Nigeria Real Estate

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LeLaw Barristers & Solicitors

COVID-19 And Commercial Transactions: Some Emerging Legal Issues

Nigeria Commercial

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Banwo & Ighodalo

Overview Of The Nigerian Content Development And Enforcement Bill

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Deal HQ Partners

Why Construction Liens Should Be Adopted In Nigerian Legal System? A Clarion Call For Urgent Reform

Nigeria Real Estate

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Fred-Young & Evans

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