business
Carrying on Business Under Business Name
Section 822 requires you to register any business name different from your personal name. Operating without registration is illegal.
CAMA 2020
Understanding the legal requirements for registering a business name (as opposed to a company) for sole traders and partnerships.
Section 822 requires you to register any business name different from your personal name. Operating without registration is illegal.
Section 824 lists what to provide for registration: business name, nature of business, address, and your personal details.
Section 839 warns of penalties: ₦50,000 fine per day for operating unregistered, and you cannot enforce contracts in court.
Section 43 protects your property rights including the right to operate a lawful business.