Knowledge Centre

9 July 2025

Court of Appeal Reinforces the Effectiveness of Choice of Foreign Law and Jurisdiction Clauses in Contracts

In Sqimnga (Nig) Ltd v. SAP (Nig) Ltd, the Nigerian Court of Appeal reaffirmed the enforceability of foreign law and jurisdiction clauses in commercial contracts.

8 July 2025

Bank of Ghana Issues New Corporate Governance Guidelines for Payment Service Providers

The Bank of Ghana has issued new Corporate Governance Guidelines under the Payment Systems and Services Act, 2019 (Act 987), applicable to all payment service providers, banks and specialised deposit-taking institutions.

3 July 2025

Regulation of Drone Use in Nigeria: The Road Ahead

As drone technology continues to gain global traction, Nigeria’s drone industry is experiencing rapid growth. However, in contrast to jurisdictions such as the US, UK and Ghana, Nigeria’s 2023 Civil Aviation Regulations remain limited in scope.

2 July 2025

An Overview of the Upstream Petroleum Operations (Cost Efficiency Incentives) Order, 2025

On 30 May 2025, the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria enacted the Upstream Petroleum Operations (Cost Efficiency Incentives) Order, 2025, creating a performance-based tax credit for upstream lessees, licensees and contractors.

1 July 2025

New Lagos Electricity Order: What It Means for Current Operators and Potential Investors

Following the commencement of the Lagos State Electricity Law 2024, and the establishment of the Lagos State Electricity Regulatory Commission, LASREC issued a directive requiring all electricity operators in Lagos to obtain new operating licences.

25 June 2025

Property Title Revocations in Abuja: Navigating the Legal Issues

On 26 May 2025, over 4,700 land titles were revoked in Abuja due to unpaid ground rent, raising legal questions about the FCT Minister’s powers and the rights of landholders under the Land Use Act.

24 June 2025

Nigeria Operationalises New Oil & Gas Export Guidelines

On 29 April 2025, the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) issued a public notice restating the legal prohibition against operating under unregistered business names or acronyms.

23 June 2025

TEMPLARS Transcripts: Tax Digest | June 2025

In this June 2025 edition of TEMPLARS Tax Transcripts, our Tax Practice shares key updates on judicial decisions, policy changes, and tax administration.

19 June 2025

The TEMPLARS 2024 Responsible Business Report is Now Live

The report captures a year of focused, high-impact initiatives across Nigeria and Ghana, driven by our commitment to responsible business and guided by global ESG standards and local realities.

Energy and Natural Resources Digest June 2025

18 June 2025

TEMPLARS Transcripts: Energy & Natural Resources Digest | June 2025

In this June edition of TEMPLARS Transcripts, the Energy and Natural Resources Practice unpacks key developments shaping Nigeria and Ghana’s energy sectors including Nigeria’s first digital flare gas project, a new climate investment platform, and ..

11 June 2025

The Legality of No-Refund Policies Under Nigerian Consumer Protection Law

In Nigeria’s fast-changing commercial landscape, no-refund policies are common but often clash with consumer rights under the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Act (FCCPA). These blanket policies raise serious legal concerns.

CAC Imposes 6- (Six) Week Deadline for Registration of Unregistered Businesses in Nigeria

14 May 2025

CAC Sets 6-Week Deadline to Register Unregistered Businesses in Nigeria

On 29 April 2025, the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) issued a public notice restating the legal prohibition against operating under unregistered business names or acronyms.