Introduction: In the immediate aftermath of the 2023 presidential election litigation, public discourse was understandably intense. Legal commentaries, political analyses, and media reactions followed swiftly after the Supreme Court delivered its final judgment in the appeal filed by Atiku Abubakar and the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and the All

Introduction: Starting a business in Nigeria often begins with a simple but important question: Should I register a company or a business name? For many entrepreneurs, the excitement of launching a venture can overshadow the legal structure that underpins it. Yet, the choice of structure, whether a limited liability company, a business name, or another corporate form, has

Introduction For many individuals and couples in Nigeria, adoption represents more than an alternative to biological parenthood. It is a deliberate decision to provide stability, care, and belonging to a child in need. Yet, despite its growing acceptance, adoption remains one of the most misunderstood areas of family law. Questions around legality, procedure, consent, and child protection

Surrogacy has become an increasingly discussed option for individuals and couples who are unable to conceive naturally. In Nigeria, however, the practice exists in a complex space where medical advancement has outpaced legal regulation. While surrogacy arrangements continue to grow, the absence of a comprehensive national legal framework has created uncertainty, particularly for surrogate mothers, intending

In today’s knowledge-driven and digital economy, creative works have become valuable commercial assets. From books and music to films, software, photographs, and online content, creators invest time, skill, and resources into producing original works. Nigerian copyright law exists to protect these efforts and ensure that creators are fairly rewarded for their creativity. This article provides

Many people assume that once they register a business name, they have formed a company. In law, that is not the case. These two structures serve different purposes and offer very different levels of protection. Understanding the difference matters, especially as your business grows. What Registering a Business Name Means Registering a business name allows

Real estate remains one of the most trusted investment vehicles in Nigeria, particularly in Abuja.  Yet, for every successful property story, there are countless others that end in loss, litigation, demolition, or outright heartbreak. At Lawhaven Solicitors & Advocates, we routinely advise clients whose real estate investments have gone wrong, not because they lacked funds,