OTL LEGAL

31/01/2026

REGISTRATION APPROVED ✅

Another business is now officially registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) 🎉

📌 Company Name: Neat Sphere Cleaning and Fumigation Service Ltd
📌 Status: Approved

From idea to legality — this is how businesses start right in Nigeria 🇳🇬

Need help with company registration or post-incorporation filings?
📩 Send a DM.

05/01/2026

04/01/2026

Cheers to 2026! 🥂
Wishing our clients and partners a year filled with success, prosperity, and new opportunities.
Thank you for your continued trust.
— OTL Legal

27/05/2025

We filled on Friday last week 💃🏻💃🏻 got approval today.

05/05/2025

Happy new week! Wishing you a productive and fulfilling week ahead

02/05/2025

⚖️ Divine Inspiration is Not a Legal Strategy!

Last week, I stopped by my old secondary school mate’s office — proudly labeled “BABAJIDE & SONS CONSTRUCTION LTD.”

I was happy to see him doing well until he casually said:
“Barrister, I haven’t registered it with CAC yet, but the name came to me by divine inspiration.”

😳 My smile froze. My friend had unknowingly walked into serious legal trouble.

Using “LTD” or any business name without CAC registration is a criminal offence.

🚨 What the CAC Is Saying:

The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) recently issued a strong warning:

👉 If you’re using an unregistered business name, acronym, or abbreviation — whether on social media, flyers, or your storefront — you’re breaking the law.

According to Section 863 of the Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA) 2020:
🔹 Only registered names can be used in business
🔹 Failing to comply can lead to:

Up to 2 years in prison

Daily fines

Legal prosecution for false claims

📝 What Must Be Displayed:

All registered businesses are now required to publicly display their RC or BN numbers on:
✅ Business premises
✅ Social media pages
✅ Letterheads
✅ Invoices & Receipts
✅ Ads & Flyers

⏳ 6 Weeks to Comply

Starting April 29, 2025, CAC has given businesses a 6-week grace period to register or update all public materials.

✅ What You Should Do Today:

1. Register your business with CAC — it’s non-negotiable.
2. Avoid acronyms or abbreviations not listed on your certificate.
3. Display your CAC number clearly on all platforms.
4. Consult a legal expert to avoid hidden risks.

💡 Need help getting it done right?
Let’s save your business from unnecessary fines — or worse, jail time.

01/05/2025

Happy new month.
May all your dreams and goals for May be accomplished.

30/04/2025

In a recent public notice, the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has issued a strong warning to all individuals and businesses operating in Nigeria under unregistered names, acronyms, or labels. If you’re using a business name that is not properly registered with the CAC whether on your flyers, social media pages, or even on your store banner. you may be breaking the law without even knowing it.

What Exactly Did CAC Say?

The CAC referenced Section 863 of the Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA) 2020 , which states that no one is permitted to carry on business in Nigeria using an unregistered name, abbreviation, or acronym. Violating this provision is not just a regulatory issue. it’s a criminal offence.

In addition, the CAC emphasized that every registered business must display its registration number on:
– Business premises
– Social media platforms
– Letterheads
– Invoices
– Receipts
– Flyers and advertisements

Failure to comply with this requirement may attract serious legal consequences, including:

Penalties for Non-Compliance:
– Imprisonment of up to 2 years
– A daily fine until compliance is achieved
– Legal action against individuals or business owners who give false information about registration

6-Week Grace Period

As of April 29, 2025, CAC has given a 6-week window for businesses to align with these requirements. That means if you’re currently operating under a name that hasn’t been properly registered, now is the time to act.

What You Should Do Now

Here’s how to stay compliant and avoid CAC sanctions:

1. Register Your Business Name or Company Whether you’re a freelancer, small business owner, or NGO founder, your name must be officially registered with CAC.

2. Avoid Using Unregistered Acronyms: Don’t use an abbreviation or business tag that hasn’t been included in your CAC certificate.

3. Display Your CAC Details Publicly: Add your business name and RC/BN number to all your public platforms and materials.

4. Seek Professional Help If You’re Unsure: If you’re not sure where your business stands, get a professional to check your registration status or process it properly.

Let Us Help You Stay Safe . we assist business owners like you in getting legally registered with CAC- fast, easy, and affordable.

Whether you’re starting a:
– Business Name
– Limited Liability Company
– NGO or Foundation
We’ve got your back!

30/04/2025

Make the Most of the Last Day of April

It’s the final day of April—what have you accomplished for your business this month? If you've been putting off registering your business or handling key CAC filings, now is the perfect time to tick it off your list.

The month may be ending, but it’s not too late to finish strong.

To all our amazing clients—thank you for trusting us with your CAC registrations and Annual return filings throughout April. We wish you continued business success and growth.

As we step into a new month, we look forward to doing even greater things with you in May. Let’s wrap up the month right—send us a message now and let's complete any pending business!

08164539178

26/04/2025

I just completed a Business Name registration today!
Now, it’s your turn — let me help you unlock new business opportunities.
I can assist you with registering your Business Name with the CAC.
To get started:
• Send me a private DM
• Or chat with me on WhatsApp at 08164539178

23/04/2025

The SCUML certificate is a certificate issued to DNFIs to supervise, monitor and regulate DNFls in a bid to combat and curb Money Laundering in Nigeria.
Designated Non-Financial Institutions are institutions, entities or businesses that are prone to be used to perpetuate money laundering. These types of businesses or entities deal with high amount of funds and these criminals could use them to carry out their activities. They have been specially predicted as easy to use tools for money laundering.
They are as follows:
• Business outfits dealing in jewelry;
• Car dealers;
• Dealers in luxury goods;
• Chartered accountants;
• Audit firms;
• Tax consultants;
• Clearing and settlement companies;
• Hotels;
• Casinos;
• Supermarkets;
• Law firms, notaries, and other independent legal practitioners;
• Accountants and accounting firms;
• Trust and company service providers;
• Estate surveyors and valuers;
• Mortgage brokers;
• Non-profit organizations;
• Dealers in precious stones and metals;
• Dealers in real estate, estate developers, estate agents, and brokers;
• Hospitality industry;
• Consultants and consulting companies;
• Construction companies;
• Importers and dealers in cars or any other automobiles;
• Dealers in mechanized farming equipment and machinery;
• Practitioners of mechanized farming;
• Pool betting;
• • Lottery businesses including fixed odds, pari-mutuel, sports lottery (betting), scratch card gaming, and other forms of gaming
• Such other businesses as the federal ministry of trade and investment or appropriate regulatory authorities may from time to time designate.
So if your business or company falls within these category, then you should get a SCUML certificate.
Who can help you with the registration?
Please reach out to a legal practitioner to get the registration done for you. You can reach out to me on 08164539178 to get it.