Potential Legal Considerations Section 24(b) of the Cybercrime Act provides that: “Any person who knowingly or intentionally sends a message or other matter by means of computer systems or network that he knows to be false, for the purpose of causing annoyance, inconvenience, danger, obstruction, insult, injury, criminal intimidation, enmity, hatred, ill will or needless […]
On the 6th of May, 2024, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) issued a circular requiring banks and other financial institutions to levy a cybersecurity fee on all electronic transactions to enhance the country’s cybersecurity defenses. The circular was a follow-up on an earlier letter dated June 25, 2018, and October 5, 2018 on compliance […]
WHAT IS NAIRA ABUSE? “Naira abuse” typically refers to the improper handling, mutilation, or defacement of the Nigerian currency, the Naira. This can include actions such as tearing, writing on, or otherwise damaging the currency, as well as using it for purposes other than its intended legal tender functions. Naira abuse is considered a violation […]
During a web search for a work project, I stumbled upon a website. However, a bothersome pop-up about cookies prevented me from proceeding further. Fearing the possibility of hackers, I declined the request. But then, more pop-ups appeared. Curious about cookies, I delved deeper and discovered that they are like web spies, monitoring our online […]
Letters of Administration is a document issued by the High Court of a State[1] appointing two (2) or more persons to administer the estate or property of a deceased person who died intestate. There are several other circumstances where Letters of Administration may be required – these will be discussed below. In Nigeria, each State […]
WHAT IS E-COMMERCE? Electronic commerce (e-commerce) is the process of buying and selling tangible products and services online[1] E-commerce relies on technology and digital platforms, including websites, mobile apps, and social media to make trade possible.[2] It is part of the greater industry known as electronic business (e-business), which involves all processes required to run […]
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