by Stren & Blan Partners | Aug 18, 2025 | Insight, Technology, Media and Entertainment
Disk Jockeys (DJs) are the lifeblood of Nigeria’s entertainment scene, setting the mood and driving the energy at everything from intimate weddings to massive concerts. Their role is undeniably crucial; however, the Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC) has...
by Stren & Blan Partners | Aug 13, 2025 | Fast Moving Consumer Goods, Insight
The resurgence of protectionist trade policies, particularly those announced under the “Universal Trump Tariffs” in April 2025, has reignited global concerns surrounding the future of free trade. Although implementation has been paused to allow for a three-month...
by Stren & Blan Partners | Aug 11, 2025 | Dispute Resolution, Strenandblan
For a long time, it seemed jurisdictional boundaries regarding foreign-seated arbitrations were clear. While national courts in the seat of arbitration are empowered to recognise and enforce the award or set aside the award, national courts in enforcement...
by Stren & Blan Partners | Aug 7, 2025 | Corperate Mergers and Acquisition, Insight
In response to evolving economic conditions and market pressures, companies in Nigeria and globally are increasingly turning to Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) as a strategic tool to stay competitive, increase revenue, expand their customer base, penetrate the...
by Stren & Blan Partners | Aug 6, 2025 | Insight, Tax
On 30th April 2025, Lagos State Internal Revenue Service (LIRS) released a Public Notice to clarify how to operate the 2024 Withholding Tax Regulations within the State. The Notice flows directly from the Deduction of Tax at Source (Withholding) Regulations 2024,...
