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Ease of Doing Real Estate in Lagos: OAL Real Estate Practice Group Co-Hosts Forum

The Real Estate Practice Group of Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL), in collaboration with Penuel Prime, Diaspora Heritage Foundation, Jade Allen Consulting, and other industry stakeholders, co-hosted the Real Estate Business Forum on 10 July 2026 at The Wheatbaker Hotel, Ikoyi, Lagos. The forum, themed “The Ease of Doing Real Estate in Lagos,” brought together key stakeholders to discuss reforms, investment opportunities and the future of Lagos’ real estate sector.

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Why Lagos Can’t Build Enough Homes: The Land Use Act In Nigeria, Dead Capital and the Titling Crisis

The Land Use Act in Nigeria has shaped land ownership for decades, but it has also become one of the

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Enforcing Ship Mortgages in Nigeria – Legal and Commercial Perspectives under the AJPR 2023

Discover how ship mortgage enforcement in Nigeria has evolved under the AJPR 2023, from vessel arrests and judicial sales to creditor rights and maritime finance.

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Alimony in Nigeria: Does Education or Earning Power Stop a Maintenance Claim?

In early 2026, a landmark ruling by India’s Supreme Court reopened a fierce marital argument that plays out just as

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Can You Trademark a Colour? What 7-Eleven’s Lawsuit against Nike Means for Nigerian Brands

On 1 July 2026, 7-Eleven walked into a federal court in Texas and sued Nike – one of the biggest

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Branding Without Trademark Due Diligence: What Nike’s Latest Trademark Lawsuit Teaches Every Business About Protecting Brand Identity

Trademark due diligence is one of the most important legal steps in protecting a brand, yet it is often overlooked

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The 10 Biggest Legal Mistakes Foreign Companies Make in Nigeria

Foreign companies doing business in Nigeria have lost billions of dollars, not because they lacked capital or commercial opportunities, but

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Cross-Border Contract Mistakes That Cost Foreign Companies Billions in Nigeria

In Nigeria, a cross-border contract not only creates enormous commercial opportunities, but it also exposes foreign companies to legal risks

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Buying Property in Nigeria: How Legal Due Diligence Protects Your Investment

Buying property in Nigeria is one of the most rewarding financial decisions you can make, but only if you carry

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Is Being Separated the Same as Being Divorced in Nigeria?

The Costly Difference Exposed by the Dr. Tosin Ajayi Estate Battle The case of Dr. Tosin Ajayi and his wife,

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CVFF Nigeria: What Indigenous Shipowners Must Prove to Access the US$700 Million Vessel Financing Fund

The recent activation of the Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund (CVFF) marks a significant milestone in the development of Nigeria’s maritime

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The NIMC Act 2026 Explained: What Nigeria’s New Identity Law Means For You

On 26 June 2026, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu signed the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) Act 2026 into law, repealing

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