Regulatory
Data Protection
Compliance with the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023: audits, policies, data subject requests, cross-border transfers and breach response.
Overview
The Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023 established the Nigeria Data Protection Commission and set out how personal data may be collected, used, shared and kept. We help organisations comply with it in a way that fits how they actually work.
We carry out data protection audits and gap assessments, draft privacy notices, policies and data processing agreements, advise on lawful bases for processing, and help clients register with the Commission where they are data controllers or processors of major importance. We also advise on the Commission’s General Application and Implementation Directive.
When things go wrong, we advise on breach notification, communication with affected individuals and engagement with the Commission, and we represent clients in investigations and related disputes.
What we do
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Spin-Offs, Split-Offs, and Other De-Mergers and Divestitures
Advising on the legal and regulatory aspects of spin-offs, split-offs, and other forms of de-mergers and divestitures to ensure smooth and compliant transactions.
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Foreign Direct Investment
Guiding clients through the legal complexities of foreign direct investments, including regulatory compliance and strategic planning.
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Setting Up Businesses
Assisting with the legal requirements for establishing new businesses, including entity formation, registration, and initial compliance.
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Strategic Minority Investments
Providing legal counsel on strategic minority investments, ensuring that clients' interests are protected and that investments comply with relevant regulations.
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Privatizations
Advising on the legal processes involved in the privatization of state-owned enterprises, ensuring transparent and efficient transactions.
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Reconstructions
Assisting with corporate reconstructions to optimize organizational structures and improve operational efficiency.
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Re-Organizations to Develop Group Holding Companies
Guiding clients through re-organizations to create or restructure group holding companies, ensuring legal and tax compliance.
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Corporate Governance
Advising boards and management on governance codes, board structure and committees, directors’ duties and conflicts of interest, and regulatory compliance.
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Compliance
Offering comprehensive compliance services to ensure that clients meet all regulatory requirements and avoid legal pitfalls.
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Solvent Liquidations
Advising on the legal procedures for solvent liquidations, ensuring that assets are distributed in accordance with the law and creditors' rights are respected.