The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), produced a tariff for Nigeria, and the Federal Government, FGN, approved it for implementation, begun on April 4, 2024 when across the country, NERC …
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How family-owned businesses can preserve their financial wealth
Financial management is a crucial aspect of running a successful business, and this is especially true for family-owned businesses. These types of businesses have unique challenges and opportunities that require …
Read More »Brand protection: Key points on passing off unregistered trademark – Part 2
The plaintiff has suffered actual damage or is likely to suffer damage to its business or goodwill. Loss of potential earnings is an actionable ground for legal action against the …
Read More »Suspension of foreign travel and government insincerity
The reported suspension of foreign travels by public officials in the Ministries, Departments, and Agencies of government (MDAs) is, for the reasons adduced, a welcomed step. The post Suspension of …
Read More »Are dollar payments in Nigeria illegal?
In comments widely reported last week in the media, the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes, Mr. Ola Olukoyede, claimed that the practice of making payments for goods and …
Read More »Brand protection: Key points on passing off unregistered trademark
As businesses strive to distinguish themselves in the marketplace, they face increasing risk of deceptive and unfair trade practices (knowingly or unknowingly) by imposters masquerading as competitors. The post Brand …
Read More »Adoke, EFCC and the court of law
On March 28, 2024, Justice Abubakar Kutigi of the FCT High Court made far-reaching pronouncements in his ruling on the charges filed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) …
Read More »Nana: Yes, we chop books
There is a revolution, a silent, noiseless revolution, that is going on in Akwa Ibom State now. And because it is not cacophonous or ear-splitting many people within the state …
Read More »Akpo Asajere: Memories of a power writer
Akpo Esajere (1954-2024) exited not in the bloom of youth at 70, but his influence outdid his final deadline. His legacy grips memories and imaginations, binding hearts and minds, and …
Read More »Bullying tactics in place of due process
When the suspended Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Betta Edu, was asked to step aside by President Bola Tinubu, on January 8, the allegation against her was as …
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