Expansion of the Scope of a “Trademark” Under the Trade Marks Act

Nigeria’s 2024 Executive Orders for the Petroleum Sector – A Summary Assessment

An Overview of the Tax Incentives Available to Operators in the Nigerian Mining Industry

Client Update: The Oil and Gas Companies (Tax Incentives, Exemption, Remission, etc.) Order, 2024

An Overview of the Tax Incentives Available to Operators in the Nigerian Mining Industry

International Women’s Day – “Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress”

Implementation of the Expatriate Employee Levy

Overview of NDPC Guidance Notice on DCPMI

Dan Agbor – Senior Partner

“Both the world and Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie have changed, almost beyond recognition, since I joined the firm 34 years ago. In 1990, the...

Aniekan Ukpanah – Senior Partner (Designate)

“As we step into our roles at this pivotal moment, we recognise the escalating complexity of today’s economic and business landscapes. It is imperative...

Jumoke Lambo – Managing Partner (Designate)

“The opportunity to lead our great firm into this new chapter is one I accept with great keenness.  In today’s rapidly changing business world,...

Ozofu ‘Latunde Ogiemudia – Deputy Managing Partner (Designate)

“Assuming the role of Deputy Managing Partner at such a transformative time for Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie is a privilege and a responsibility that...

Folake Elias-Adebowale – Executive Management Committee (Designate)

“Joining the strong and diverse bench of talented individuals on the UUBO leadership team is a privilege. It is also an invaluable twofold opportunity...

Yinka Edu – Executive Management Committee (Designate)

“I look forward to joining the senior leadership team. Together, we will promote a collaborative and innovative environment; one that champions excellence, diversity and...

Did You Know Series (Vol. 2) – Protecting your Brand’s Intellectual Property

Creator or Employer: Who Owns your company’s Intellectual Property?

The Regime for the Operation of Bank Accounts by Virtual Asset Service Providers/Exchanges in Nigeria

Regulatory Update: NIBSS Directive to Disconnect Switches, Payment Solution Service Providers, and Super Agents from NIBSS Instant Payment (NIP) Outwards System

African Venture Capital Association’s Legal & Regulatory Committee Bulletin

Sponsor – Nigeria Fintech Week 2023

Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie is delighted to announce our proud sponsorship of the @nigeriafintechweek Week 2023. Scheduled to take place from the 24th to the 26th...

Amina Ibrahim – NBA-SBL Banking & Finance Committee

Amina Ibrahim, our partner and head of the Abuja office, who also serves as the 2nd Vice-Chair of the NBA-SBL Banking & Finance Committee,...

Ozofu ‘Latunde Ogiemudia – 29th Annual Nigerian Economic Summit

We join our partner Ozofu ‘Latunde Ogiemudia, to celebrate the success of the 29th annual Nigerian Economic Summit (“NES#29”). The two-day Summit, themed ‘Pathways...

Sponsor – Akwa Ibom Tech Week 2023

Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie and U-Law are proud sponsors of the Akwa Ibom Tech Week 2023, an event scheduled to run from the 30th...

Itoro Udom – Akwa Ibom Tech Week 2023

We are delighted to announce that our associate, Itoro Udom, from the Mergers & Acquisitions, Private Equity, Competition, and Pro Bono teams, will be...

Sponsor – West Africa Capital Market Conference (WACMaC) 2023

Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie is a proud sponsor of the West Africa Capital Market Conference (WACMaC) 2023. This event is scheduled to hold from...

Sponsor – Nigerian Institute of Chartered Arbitrators (NICArb) 2023 Annual Conference

Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie is delighted to be a sponsor of the Nigerian Institute of Chartered Arbitrators (NICArb) 2023 Annual Conference. This hybrid event...

Precious David – Nigeria Fintech Week 2023

Our esteemed FinTech, Private Equity and M&A Associate, Precious David, will be a speaker at Nigeria Fintech Week 2023. This event centred around the...

Nicholas Okafor – Oando Annual Legal Seminar

Join our banking & finance, energy and projects and infrastructure teams partner, Nicholas Okafor, at the Oando Annual Legal Seminar happening on Wednesday, 25...

Titilola Olatunde-Fasogbon and Victoria Aguomo – FSDH human rights and employees’ rights

Our esteemed Dispute Resolution and Employment law Senior Associates, Titilola Olatunde-Fasogbon and Victoria Aguomo trained employees of FSDH and its subsidiaries on general human...

2023 Pink-October Campaign

Today, we were honoured to host Dr. Omolola Salako from Pearl Oncology at our offices as part of our 2023 Pink-October Campaign. This cancer...

Joseph Eimunjeze – West Africa Capital Market Conference (WACMaC) 2023

We are pleased that our capital markets, banking & finance, tax, and fintech teams’ partner, Joseph Eimunjeze will be speaking at the West Africa...

Tax Flash Cards – October 2023

Navigating through tax statutes or even determining where to locate pertinent information can pose a daunting task for individuals who aren’t well-versed in taxation...

International Bar Association (IBA) Annual Conference 2023

Meet the UUBO delegation at the IBA Annual Conference in Paris, 2023 We at Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie are delighted to participate in the...

“Africa Climate Forum” conference – Nicholas Okafor

We are pleased that our banking and finance, energy, and projects and infrastructure teams’ partner, Nicholas Okafor, will be a speaker at the upcoming...

Corporate Governance and Statutory Measures to Prepare Government-Owned Football Clubs for Divestment of Government Interest

Open Banking in Nigeria: An Overview of the CBN Operational Guidelines for Open Banking In Nigeria, 2023

Waves of Change – Mr. Eimunjeze

Join our partner, Joseph Eimunjeze in Amsterdam for the FMO’s “Waves of Change” Future of Finance event. This event, scheduled for October 3rd –...

Waves of Change – Mrs. Okafor

Join our partner, Onyinye Okafor, in Amsterdam for the FMO’s “Waves of Change” Future of Finance event. This event, scheduled for October 3rd –...

Copyright 2023

National Pension Commission issued a directive that has an impact on employers in Nigeria

Settlement of Trade Transactions through PAPSS In Nigeria: Use of Foreign Exchange provided by the CBN and Related Matters

In October 2021, the Central Bank of Nigeria (“CBN”) released the Guidelines on the Operations of Pan-African Payments and Settlement System PAPSS in Nigeria...

Nigerian Chapter of the 20th Edition of the International Comparative Legal Guides – International Arbitration 2023

24 hours – Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie I.C.E. Summit 2023

Just 24 hours left until the grand kickoff of the Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie I.C.E. Summit 2023! Get ready for an exciting day filled...

Data Breaches: Compliance obligations under the Nigerian Data Protection Act 2023

Note these restrictions for a Business Visa

UUBO I.C.E. Masterclass 2023

Calling on Regulatory Professionals in Nigeria! Are you a key personnel of a regulatory agency in Nigeria? Does your work include enforcement of laws...

I.C.E. Summit 2023 – Optimising Business in Greylisted Regions

Get ready to dive deep into the world of AML practices and transparent beneficial ownership at the I.C.E. Summit 2023! Our first-panel discussion, “Optimising...

I.C.E. Summit 2023 – Navigating Antitrust Landscapes and Emerging Trends

Get ready for the thrill of the third panel discussion on Thursday, 21 September 2023, at the I.C.E. Summit 2023 – “Navigating Antitrust Landscapes...

Green Bonds: Helping to Drive Climate Change Mitigation and Sustainable Investments in Nigeria

FIRS Announces Effective Date for Finance Act 2023

Regulatory Update: Recent changes in the Payout Options for Diaspora Remittances

Electricity Act 2023: Transforming Nigeria’s Power Sector

Renewable Energy: On June 9th, 2023, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu marked a significant milestone in Nigeria’s electricity sector by signing the  Electricity Act 2023....

Chambers Energy: Oil & Gas 2023 (Trends & Developments): Nigeria

UUBO is pleased to have contributed the Nigeria chapter of the Energy: Oil & Gas 2023 (Trends & Developments) Global Practice Guide published by...

Chambers Global Practice Guide: Doing Business in Nigeria 2023 -Trends and Developments

Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie is pleased to have contributed the Doing Business in Nigeria 2023 -Trends and Developments chapter of the Chambers Global Practice...

Lenders Taking Security over Mining Rights for Financing: Nature, Scope and Requirements under Nigerian Law

This article examines the nature of security interests over mining rights in Nigeria and the requirement for the perfection of these security interests, including...

Amina Ibrahim – Partner

An appraisal of the key provisions of the Central Bank of Nigeria’s corporate governance guidelines for e-banking institutions in Nigeria

EMPLOYERS ARE NOW MANDATORILY REQUIRED TO PROVIDE HEALTH INSURANCE?

ICLG – Data Protection 2023

An Appraisal of the Central Bank of Nigeria’s 2023 Guidelines on Contactless Payments

‘s Contactless Payment Guidelines 2023

UUBO Pro Bono 2022 Newsletter and Social Impact Report

The Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie Pro bono team is proud to present the maiden edition of its Pro Bono and Social Impact Report! This...

ICLG – Fintech 2023 – Promotional Guidelines

UUBO’s Fintech team members Yinka Edu (Partner), Joseph Eimunjeze (Partner), Pamela Onah (Senior Associate) and Oluwatobi Akintayo (Associate) have contributed to the latest Nigerian...

Tax Trends: The Half-Year Wrap-Up

TAXATION OF FOREIGN SHIPPING COMPANIES IN NIGERIA – MATTERS ARISING

Oil & Gas Industry Alert: NMDPRA Grant of Crude Export Terminal and Licences – Overview and Significance

Legal Requirements for Financial Services Apps on the Google Play Store

The recent crackdown on mobile applications (“Apps”) that are geared towards the provision of financial services, including lending, by local regulators has necessitated an...

Review of the Business Facilitation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2022

The Business Facilitation Act and its implications for certain corporate matters under the Companies and Allied Matters Act 2020 The Business Facilitation (Miscellaneous Provisions)...

Fintech: How is the World Shaping the Financial Innovation Industry

Lexology GTDT Market Intelligence – Dispute Resolution 2023 – Nigeria

Regulatory Update – CBN Changes to the Operation of the Foreign Exchange Market

Key Structuring Considerations for Foreign Institutions Lending to Nigerian Corporates and Financial Institutions

Adeola Sunmola – The Africa Energy Forum 2023

UUBO’s Adeola Sunmola (a Partner in the firm’s Banking & Finance, Power, Projects and Infrastructure teams) is attending The Africa Energy Forum 2023. The forum, themed...

Nicholas Okafor – The Africa Energy Forum 2023

UUBO’s Nicholas Okafor (a Partner in the firm’s Power, Projects and Infrastructure, Banking & Finance and Capital Markets teams) is attending The Africa Energy Forum 2023....

Chisom Okolie – World Bank Group’s International Corruption Hunters Alliance (ICHA)

Our Associate, Chisom Okolie, is one of the 19 youth delegates selected from 14 countries to attend and present perspectives at the *World Bank Group’s...

11th Edition ICLG – Lending & Secured Finance Laws and Regulations in Nigeria 2023

UUBO’s Banking & Finance team is proud to announce their contribution to the latest Nigerian chapter of the Global Legal Group’s 11th Edition of...

AN OVERVIEW OF THE FINANCE ACT 2023

The Finance Act 2023 (the “FA 2023”) was signed into law by former President Muhammadu Buhari on 28 May 2023, prior to his leaving...

Climate Change and Financing Transactions in Nigeria: Any Impact of the Climate Change Act?

Nigerian British Chamber of Commerce’s (NBCC) MSME Experts-in-Residence (EIR) Programme

Our banking & finance, capital markets and energy & infrastructure teams’ partner, Onyinye Okafor, will participate in the Nigerian British Chamber of Commerce’s (NBCC)...

Aniekan Ukpanah on His Appointment as the Secretary of the Lex Mundi’s Board of Directors

We at Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie are delighted to announce the appointment of our Managing Partner, Aniekan Ukpanah to the position of Secretary of the Lex Mundi‘s Board of...

Chartered Institute of Taxation (CIOT) Nigeria themed “Nigeria of the Future: Achieving Sustainable Development through Taxation”

Our tax, mining and metals, and compliance and investigations teams’ partner, Lolade Ososami, joined other leading tax professionals at the just concluded 25th Annual Tax...

Recent Constitutional Amendments on Electricity Generation, Transmission and Distribution – A Springboard for Progress and Hope

African Private Capital Association (AVCA) Private Equity Conference and Venture Capital Summit 2023

UUBO Partners, Folake Elias-Adebowale and Ozofu Olatunde Ogiemudia joined over 600 other enthusiasts from across the African and Africa-facing private equity and venture capital ecosystem at the African Private...

Nigeria and Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) chapters of the Bowmans Africa Competition Law Guide

Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie is pleased to have contributed to the Nigeria and Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) chapters of the Bowmans...

Regulatory Update: Approval of the National Blockchain Policy for Nigeria

Nigerian chapter to the 2023 edition of The Middle Eastern and African Arbitration Review

Uzoma Azikiwe, SAN (Partner), Festus Onyia (Partner), and Michael Ugah (Senior Associate) of the firm’s dispute resolution team have contributed the Nigerian chapter to the 2023 edition of...

Understanding the Fundamentals of Taking Security Over Oil and Gas Rights Under the PIA 2021

OIL & GAS INDUSTRY ALERT: LAUNCH OF THE NIGERIAN MIDSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM INDUSTRY OIL AND GAS SERVICE PERMIT PORTAL SYSTEM

Onyinye Okafor: “Enforcement and Recovery” at the LMA Lagos Training

Our banking & finance team partner, Onyinye Okafor, will moderate a panel titled “Enforcement and Recovery” at the LMA Lagos Training, taking place today, Tuesday,...

Joseph Eimunjeze: Social infrastructure at the LMA Lagos Training

Our banking & finance team partner, Joseph Odianosen Eimunjeze, will moderate a panel titled “Social infrastructure” at the LMA Lagos Training, taking place today, Tuesday,...

Do you know how long your Organisation can retain Customers Personal Data?

Innovative UUBO reinvigorates Nigeria’s dynamic start-up community with U-Law

We are proud to share our Managing Partner, Aniekan Ukpanah‘s Lex Mundi’s member spotlight article. In this article, he shares insights into U-Law,the sub-firm within the...

What to know about the CBN Guidance on Ultimate Beneficial Owners of Legal Persons and Legal Arrangements

CLIENT UPDATE – PERSONS WITH SIGNIFICANT CONTROL REGULATIONS 2022

Clean Energy Tool

Renewable energy is in high demand worldwide as countries and companies recognise the value they can unlock by making the transition to clean energy....