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This month, we examine recent regulatory and market updates issued by key regulators in the financial services sector.We take a cursory look at the key insights from these updates and their impact on relevant stakeholders. REGULATORY UPDATES Guidance Note to...

On 16 July 2025, the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) announced the launch of a new digital platform for processing the Combined Expatriate Residence Permit and Aliens Card (CERPAC). With effect from 1 August 2025, all CERPAC applications shall be submitted...

Over the years, fundamental rights litigation has become a growing area of focus in Nigerian law, with the courts taking a more proactive stance in enforcing Fundamental Rights (Enforcement Procedure) Rules 2009 (the “FREP Rules”). However, there has been a...

1. Introduction Medical devices, such as thermometers and x-ray machines, and in vitro diagnostics (IVDs), like pregnancy tests and cholesterol tests, are critical tools for diagnosing, treating, and monitoring diseases all over the world. Related products, such as diagnostic software...

In an era where drug advertisements flood both traditional and digital media like Instagram, Facebook and X, the need for strong regulatory oversight has never been more urgent. Misleading claims and unverified promotions pose serious risks to public health, especially...

As technology and intelligence continue to evolve at an accelerated pace, the risks associated with personal data usage and security breaches have become a growing point of focus. Cybernews has recently confirmed what is now considered the largest credential leak...

The Lagos State Government has introduced a significant directive aimed at improving health and safety in the construction sector. In a public directive issued by the Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Dr Oluyinka Olumide, all construction activities across...

The Corporate Affairs Commission (the “CAC”) has issued a new schedule of fees (the “Revised Schedule”), superseding the previous regime that governed the cost of incorporation, registration, post-incorporation filings, and related services. This revision marks significant adjustments to statutory charges...