Nigeria: Wills/ Intestacy/ Estate Planning

Death we know is inevitable, but the uncertainty that often follows the death of a person with respect to its estate can be eliminated or reduced through proper planning in line with the applicable laws. Properties and Assets like Houses, land, bank accounts, shares, businesses can become the subject of prolonged family disputes where adequate arrangements have not been made during the deceased’s lifetime.

Many Nigerian family-owned and founder-led businesses grow into profitable enterprises, yet succession planning remains rare.

Gender discrimination remains an agelong issue that is presently receiving the attention of the world community. The position of women in law and society has attracted public interest and generated public discourse...