We are pleased to announce that Aluko & Oyebode has been recognised in five practice areas in the 2023 edition of Chambers Global Guide, with our Of Counsel, Chairman, and nine other lawyers ranked. Furthermore, our Fintech practice has received a ranking in the Chambers FinTech Guide 2023. The five areas of practice recognised are: …
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Introduction In recent times, Africa has experienced significant growth in the area of technological innovation,[1] with Nigeria taking the lead as a popular hub for technology-based (“tech”) start-up investment.[2] In 2022, Nigeria’s technology space, particularly the financial technology (“Fintech”) sector reportedly received one of the most sizeable equity investments in Africa.[3] Notably, a substantial portion of these investments …
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The Nigeria Startup Act 2022 (the “Act”) introduces a new regulatory framework for startups in Nigeria. Its implementation is expected to drive growth in Nigeria’s tech industry and contribute to the development of an enabling environment for startups. The Act contains various provisions ranging from the introduction of a labelling requirement for eligible startups, to …
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