OAALaw Firm

OAALaw Firm OAA Law Firm is a trusted legal practice dedicated to providing expert legal solutions with integrity, professionalism, and excellence.

Our team specializes in litigation, corporate commercial law, corporate governance and Real Estate Advisory.

19/03/2026

Sexual harassment at work is more common than we think — and knowing what to do is your first line of protection.

Do you know your rights and how to act if it happens? Take a moment to answer our poll.

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18/03/2026

Read this carefully. It matters.

The first 72 hours after sexual assault are legally critical. Many cases are lost not because there was no evidence, but because the right steps were not taken early.

Here’s what to do:
• Do not bathe, change clothes, or clean the scene — this helps preserve evidence.
• Go to the nearest hospital and request a medical examination report.
• Report to the police and ensure you get a reference number.
• Speak to a lawyer or a support organization immediately.
• Document everything — messages, calls, names, details.

The law is on your side. You are not alone.

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17/03/2026

In Nigeria, wrongful dismissal is one of the most common employment law violations — and one of the least reported, because most employees simply do not know they have rights.

Your employer cannot just end your contract without following due process. The Nigerian Labour Act and your Contract of Employment protect you.

Swipe through to understand exactly what the law says — and what to do if your rights are violated.

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📞 Book an employment law consultation today. Link in bio.


This week, we are talking about Family Law and Personal Rights — because the law exists in every relationship, every hom...
16/03/2026

This week, we are talking about Family Law and Personal Rights — because the law exists in every relationship, every home, and every workplace.

Too many Nigerians discover their legal rights only when it is too late — after a marriage has broken down, after a property has been seized, after a job has been wrongfully terminated.

Here is what this week will cover:
📌 Can your employer fire you without proper notice or compensation?
📌 What happens if you are assaulted — what are your immediate legal steps?
📌 What rights do you have if a partner tries to remove you from your shared home?

The law does not care about what was promised verbally. It cares about what is documented, registered, and enforceable.

Start this week with one decision: to know your rights — in your home, in your relationship, in your workplace.

📞 Book a family law consultation today. Link in bio.


Most Nigerian businesses are unknowingly violating the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023 — and they will not find out unt...
13/03/2026

Most Nigerian businesses are unknowingly violating the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023 — and they will not find out until they receive a complaint or a penalty notice.

Here is what the law says:

Section 25 of the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023 prohibits sending promotional messages, adverts, and broadcast communications to individuals without their PRIOR, SPECIFIC CONSENT.

This means:
❌ Saving numbers from a business card and adding them to a broadcast list — ILLEGAL
❌ Collecting emails at an event and sending marketing messages — ILLEGAL without opt-in
❌ Purchasing contact lists and sending adverts — ILLEGAL
❌ Adding customers to WhatsApp groups without consent — potentially ILLEGAL

What is LEGAL?
✅ Collecting contact details with a clear opt-in form
✅ Including an unsubscribe option in every marketing message
✅ Having a written Privacy Policy on your website or app
✅ Only contacting people who have explicitly agreed to receive your communications

The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has the authority to investigate, sanction, and fine businesses that violate this law.

Is your business compliant?

📞 Book a consultation to review your data and marketing practices. Link in bio.

12/03/2026

Most business owners think tax problems start when FIRS shows up.

In reality, they start much earlier — with poor documentation.

If your invoices, receipts, payroll records, and bank statements are not properly kept, defending your business during a tax audit becomes extremely difficult.

Good records are not just an accounting habit. They are legal protection.

If you're unsure whether your business documentation meets compliance standards, it’s better to review it before an audit happens.

📞 Book a consultation with our commercial law team. Link in bio.

11/03/2026

Your name is not on the house document.
Can your partner legally throw you out?

The answer depends on your legal relationship to the property.

If you are married, the law may recognize rights over the matrimonial home even if your name is not on the title. A spouse generally cannot simply eject the other partner from the family home without due process.

If you are not married but cohabiting, the situation becomes more complex. However, if you contributed financially to the property — such as paying for renovations, mortgage, or maintenance — you may still be able to claim an equitable interest.

Situations like this are more common than many people realize, and the outcome often depends on the documents, the contributions made, and the legal steps taken early.
Knowing your rights before a conflict happens can protect you from losing your home.

DM us “HOME” to speak confidentially with our property and family law team.

10/03/2026

Property documents can be confusing, and misunderstanding them can lead to costly mistakes.

A Deed of Lease does not mean ownership, and a Sub-Lease often comes with even fewer protections. What truly proves ownership is a valid title document and the proper legal consent required for the transaction.

Before you buy, lease, or invest in property, make sure the documents are properly verified.

Book a consultation with our legal team today to protect your investment. Link in bio.

Every week in Nigeria, someone loses property they paid good money for — not because they were cheated (though that happ...
09/03/2026

Every week in Nigeria, someone loses property they paid good money for — not because they were cheated (though that happens too) — but because they did not understand what proof of ownership actually looks like.

This week, we are talking about Property Law — one of the most important and most misunderstood areas of the law for Nigerians.

Here is what most people do not know:

📌 A receipt is not a title document
📌 A deed of lease is not proof of ownership
📌 A survey plan alone does not give you legal title
📌 A family agreement can be challenged — and often is

Before you sign any property document, before you pay any deposit, before you conclude any deal — know what you're signing and what it means legally.

Property transactions are often the largest financial decisions of a person's life. They deserve proper legal protection.

Start this week with a commitment: if you are about to enter any property deal, speak to a legal practitioner first.

📞 Book a property law consultation today. Link in bio.

Every Friday, we open the floor — because legal clarity should not be a luxury.This week we covered:📌 Why AI-generated c...
06/03/2026

Every Friday, we open the floor — because legal clarity should not be a luxury.

This week we covered:
📌 Why AI-generated contracts are dangerous
📌 The 6 legal mistakes killing Nigerian businesses
📌 How to register and protect your startup
📌 How shareholders agreements protect co-founders

Now it's your turn.

Drop your question in the comments below and our legal team will respond. No question is too small. If you're wondering about it, someone else is too.

Here are some questions to get you started:
→ Can I run a business from my personal account legally?
→ What happens if my business partner dies — what do I inherit?
→ Is a WhatsApp agreement legally binding?
→ Do I need a lawyer to register my business or can I do it myself?

Drop your questions. We're here. 👇

For private or complex legal matters, book a confidential consultation via the link in bio.

05/03/2026

One of the most common — and most expensive — mistakes co-founders make is starting a company without a Shareholders Agreement.

When investors come in, when profits are shared, when a partner wants to exit, or when a disagreement arises — the question is always the same: what does your agreement say?

Here is what a Shareholders Agreement must address:

📌 Share Distribution — Who owns what percentage, and how shares can be transferred
📌 Voting Rights — How decisions are made. Does every shareholder vote equally, or does ownership percentage determine voting power?
📌 Dividend Policy — When profits are shared, how much goes to shareholders vs. reinvestment?
📌 Exit Clauses — What happens if a founder wants to leave? Do remaining shareholders have the right of first refusal?
📌 Dispute Resolution — How will disagreements be settled — mediation, arbitration, or litigation?
📌 Dilution Provisions — If new investors come in, how does it affect existing shareholders?

A company without a shareholders agreement is a time bomb. It is only a matter of time before a dispute emerges with no clear resolution.

Read the caption. Save it. Then book a consultation so we can help you structure your business the right way.

📞 Book a consultation today — link in bio.


04/03/2026

Are you thinking registering your business with CAC means you’re fully covered? 🤔

Not quite.

CAC registration is important — but it’s only one piece of your legal foundation. Tax compliance, proper contracts, a business account, and brand protection all play a role in making your business truly secure.

The real question is: are you building for survival… or stability?

Comment your answer under the post 👇 Let’s see who really understands business structure.

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