An Acknowledgement Letter is a crucial legal document used in Nigerian business and legal practice to formally confirm receipt, understanding, or agreement to specific matters. This document type is particularly important in the Nigerian legal context, where written documentation carries significant weight under the Evidence Act 2011 and common law principles. The Acknowledgement Letter serves multiple purposes, from confirming receipt of documents or payments to acknowledging terms of business relationships or legal obligations. It typically includes detailed information about the acknowledging and receiving parties, specific matter being acknowledged, date of acknowledgment, and any relevant terms or conditions. The document must comply with Nigerian legal requirements, including proper execution and, where applicable, stamp duty requirements.

1. Letter Header: Includes date, reference number if applicable, and formal letterhead details of the sender

2. Recipient Details: Full name and address of the recipient, with proper designation/title

3. Subject Line: Clear and concise description of what is being acknowledged

4. Salutation: Formal greeting to the recipient

5. Acknowledgment Statement: Clear statement confirming what is being acknowledged, with specific details and reference to any relevant documents or events

6. Terms and Conditions: Any specific conditions or implications of the acknowledgment

7. Closing: Formal closing statement with signature block, including name and designation of the signatory