Nigeria’s Solar Mini-Grid Surge: A Blueprint for Emerging Markets?
Dear Readers, On September 9, 2025, United Capital Infrastructure Fund (UCIF) announced the signing of a $3.2 million dollars (approximately N5 billion naira) revolving credit facility with Nigeria’s leading clean energy company, Husk Power Energy Systems Nigeria Limited (Husk Power) at the Africa Climate Summit (ACS) in Addis Ababa. This landmark transaction stands as the […]
How Real Estate Investment Schemes Are Reshaping Nigeria’s Property Market and Creating New Opportunities for Investors
INTRODUCTION Many Nigerian investors today face a vast and diverse financial market, filled with numerous options such as stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and derivatives. With so many choices available, determining the most suitable investment can be challenging. Each product carries its own set of risks, potential returns, and detailed terms that require careful consideration. Historically, […]
How the Nigerian Tax Reform Saves You More Money
INTRODUCTION This article analyses the key provisions of the Nigeria Tax Act 2025 (the NTA or the new Act) relating to levies, tax incentives, and repeal/savings provisions. 1. One Levy to Replace Many: The 4% Development Levy We can now say goodbye to multiple contributions. The new Act consolidates the Tertiary Education tax, Information Technology […]
Unlocking Stranded Gas: Why the Gulf of Guinea Gas Pipeline Matters for Nigeria’s Energy Future
Dear Readers, Nigeria, with over 210 trillion cubic feet of proven natural gas reserves, the largest in Africa and the eighth largest globally, still struggles to fully harness this wealth, as inadequate pipeline infrastructure leaves much of the gas stranded. Against this backdrop, the recent Joint Communiqué signed in June between Nigeria and Equatorial Guinea […]
Dirty Money, Clean Hands: Navigating AML/CFT Regulations for Nigerian Lawyers
INTRODUCTION The plague and scourge of illicit financial transactions have, over time, caused significant damage to the world at various points in history. Particularly concerning are financial and drug crimes, terrorist activities, and the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. The nature of this issue is such that the global community has agreed that measures […]
Corporate Governance Code for the NESI: Implications for Power Sector Licensees
INTRODUCTION Pursuant to Sections 34 and 226(1) of the Electricity Act 2023 (the “Act”), the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (“NERC”) published the Code of Corporate Governance for the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry (the “Code”) on May 30, 2025. The aim of the Code is to promote accountability and transparency of Licensees within the Nigerian Electricity […]
Policy Brief: Nigerian Insurance Industry Reform Act, 2025 (NIIRA 2025)
INTRODUCTION On 5 August 2025, the President of Nigeria signed into law the Nigerian Insurance Industry Reform Act, 2025 (NIIRA 2025). This landmark legislation repeals the Insurance Act, 2003, and consolidates related provisions, ushering in a modern regulatory framework designed to strengthen financial resilience, improve market conduct, enhance governance, and protect policyholders. It aligns Nigeria’s […]
Key Achievements and Challenges of the Nigerian Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI)
INTRODUCTION Nigeria ranks as the 15th largest oil producer globally and the leading producer on the African continent. It also holds the largest proven natural gas reserves in Africa. The oil and gas sector constitutes the backbone of the Nigerian economy, reportedly accounting for approximately 65% of government revenue and over 85% of total export […]
The Hidden Threat to Sustainability: Corporate Abuse of Office
INTRODUCTION In the pursuit of sustainability, businesses often focus on balancing profit with environmental protection and social responsibility. However, one of the damaging impacts against these goals is corporate abuse of office, the misuse of power by those in positions of authority for personal or corporate gain at the expense of stakeholders. From inflated contracts […]
Nigeria’s Decade of Gas: NLNG’s Long-Term Gas Supply Agreements Signal a Turning Point
Dear Readers, In a decisive step forward for Nigeria’s gas industry, the Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG) has entered into a series of landmark long-term Gas Supply Agreements (GSAs), with extension options, with six (6) third-party suppliers. Under the agreements, up to 1,290 mmscf/d (13.3 bcm/yr) of feed gas will be supplied to its Bonny Plant, […]
