The Certificate of Incorporation and Business Registration is a fundamental legal document required for all companies operating in Nigeria. It is issued by the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) following successful completion of the company registration process under the Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA) 2020. This certificate serves multiple purposes: it provides legal proof of the company's existence, enables the company to enter into contracts, facilitates business operations, and is required for various business transactions including opening bank accounts, bidding for contracts, and dealing with government agencies. The document includes crucial information about the company's identity, structure, and compliance with Nigerian law, making it essential for both startup companies and foreign entities establishing a presence in Nigeria.
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1. Certificate Header: Official header including the Corporate Affairs Commission logo and reference number
2. Registration Declaration: Formal statement declaring the company's registration under CAMA 2020
3. Company Details: Legal name of company, registration number, and date of incorporation
4. Registered Address: Official registered address of the company in Nigeria
5. Company Type: Specification of company type (private/public limited by shares, limited by guarantee, etc.)
6. Business Objects: Primary business objectives and permitted activities of the company
7. Share Capital: Authorized share capital and structure
8. Director Information: Names and details of first directors of the company
9. Statutory Declarations: Compliance statements regarding legal requirements and restrictions
10. Authentication: Official signatures, stamps, and seals from the Corporate Affairs Commission
1. Foreign Ownership Declaration: Required when there are foreign shareholders or directors
2. Additional Business Activities: Required when company engages in regulated or specialized business activities
3. Branch Office Details: Required when company has additional branches or business locations
4. Company Secretary Details: Required for public companies or when a company secretary is appointed
5. Shareholders Agreement Reference: Required when there is a separate shareholders agreement in place
1. Schedule 1 - Shareholding Structure: Detailed breakdown of share allocation, types of shares, and shareholders
2. Schedule 2 - Directors' Information: Comprehensive details of directors including nationality, residential addresses, and occupation
3. Schedule 3 - Compliance Documents: List of submitted compliance documents including identification, proof of address, and other regulatory requirements
4. Schedule 4 - Share Capital Details: Breakdown of share capital structure, paid-up capital, and share classification
5. Appendix A - Forms: Copies of all submitted CAC forms including CAC 1.1, 2.1, and other relevant registration forms
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