Building on Series I: Federal Government Set to Issue ₦729 Billion Series II Bond to Deepen Liquidity Restoration in Nigeria’s Power Sector
Dear Readers, Nigeria’s efforts to restore financial stability in its electricity sector have entered a new phase. Following the successful issuance of the ₦501 billion Series I bond, the Federal Government on 21 July 2026 announced plans to raise a further ₦729 billion Series II bond under the Presidential Power Sector Debt Reduction Programme […]
2026 Mid-Year Nigeria Mining Sector Report
Nigeria’s solid minerals sector enters the second half of 2026 at a defining juncture. The 2016 Mining Roadmap has concluded its ten-year mandate, sector revenues have grown more than fivefold in three years, and domestic mineral processing capacity is beginning to emerge at scale. Yet the gap between policy ambition and industrial execution remains the […]
LASERC’s 24/7 Electricity Franchise Zones: A New Chapter for Power Supply in Lagos?
Dear Readers, Lagos is building a new electricity market from the ground up! For many Lagos residents and businesses, unreliable electricity has become part of everyday life. Power outages interrupt work, damage appliances, slow down businesses, and force millions to rely on expensive diesel and petrol generators. But the reform now unfolding under the […]
Nigerian Corporate Transaction Regulation and Governance
Introduction Nigeria entered 2026 with stronger underlying momentum in its non-oil economy, but within a more structured and increasingly regulated business environment. Data Published by the National Bureau of Statistics shows real GDP growth of 4.07% in Q4 2025, with the non-oil sector contributing over 97% of total output. Agriculture remained the largest contributor at […]
Revenue of the Federation and Constitutional Jurisdiction: Reassessing the Supreme Court in A.G., Abia State & Ors. V. A.G., Federation
The term “revenue of the Federal Republic of Nigeria” (in précis, “revenue of the Federation”) encompasses all sums standing to the credit of all the federating units of the federation and liable to be paid into the Federation Account. Guided by the principle of the common good, the revenue of the Federation is held in […]
The Nigerian Overnight Financing Rate – A Turning Point for Nigerian Financial Markets
In a bid to align the Nigerian financial market with global standards and strengthen the efficiency of its financial market infrastructure, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), in collaboration with the Financial Markets Dealers Association (FMDA), introduced a new benchmark reform known as the Nigerian Overnight Financing Rate (NOFR). At its core, the NOFR […]
The Presidential Executive Order to Safeguard Federation Oil and Gas Revenues and Provide Regulatory Clarity, 2026 – Commentary by Tope Adebayo, Senior Partner, Tope Adebayo LP
On February 13, 2026, the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria signed Executive Order 9 of 2026 (“the Order”) pursuant to Section 5 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (as amended) (“ the Constitution”). The order mandates direct remittances of all Royalty Oil, Tax Oil, Profit Oil, Profit Gas, and […]
From Listed to Lost Liquidity: Understanding What Happens to Shareholders When Companies are Delisted from the NGX
Introduction On 9th April 2026, the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) removed two companies from its Daily Official List: DN Tyre & Rubber Plc and Greif Nigeria Plc. What appeared as a routine regulatory notice carries significant consequences for shareholders. A delisting means their shares, still legally theirs, can no longer be bought or sold on […]
Regulating Off-Plan Real Estate in Nigeria: Comparative Insights and Reform Options
Off-plan property acquisitions have become an increasingly popular feature in Nigeria’s real estate market. The commercial appeal is clear. Buyers commit to today’s price for properties yet to be constructed, often paying a significant portion, or sometimes the entire purchase price, upfront, in anticipation of delivery of a completed asset that will have appreciated by […]
Holding the Line: A Practical Guide to Contempt Proceedings in Nigerian Courts Vol.1
Introduction After years of protracted litigation, repeated adjournments, and considerable legal expense, a litigant finally obtains a favourable judgment, positive order, or ruling from a court of competent jurisdiction. The litigant holds the Certified True Copy (CTC) of the court’s decision, relieved that justice has been served – but then the Nigerian reality sets in. […]
