Government & Legal Services

Government & Legal — Naija411

From getting your NIN and passport to registering a business, filing taxes, and knowing your legal rights — this is your complete guide to every government process in Nigeria. Nigerian bureaucracy can be frustrating, confusing, and time-consuming but it doesn’t have to be.

We break down every official process into clear, step-by-step guides written for real Nigerians. No legal jargon, no outdated information — just practical, accurate guidance so you spend less time confused and more time getting things done.

Identity and Documentation

Identity & Documentation

Get, replace, or fix your official Nigerian identity documents without the runaround.

  • NIN registration and fixes
  • International passport application
  • Driver’s licence
  • Birth certificate
  • National ID card
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Voter and Electoral

Voter & Electoral

Register as a voter, collect your PVC, and understand your electoral rights as a Nigerian citizen.

  • PVC registration
  • How to check voter status
  • INEC processes explained
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Business Registration

Business Registration

Legally register your business in Nigeria — from a simple business name to a limited liability company.

  • CAC registration
  • Business name vs limited company
  • Trademark registration
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Taxation Nigeria

Taxation

Understand and meet your tax obligations as an individual or small business owner in Nigeria.

  • Personal income tax (PAYE)
  • FIRS TIN registration
  • VAT for small businesses
  • Tax returns filing
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Legal Rights Nigeria

Legal Rights

Know your rights as a Nigerian — at home, at work, on the street, and as a property owner.

  • Tenant and landlord rights
  • Employee rights in Nigeria
  • Consumer protection rights
  • Police arrest rights
  • Land ownership rights
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Digital Government Portals

Digital Government Portals & e-Services

Step-by-step guides to Nigeria’s most important online government platforms and registration portals.

  • NYSC portal and mobilisation
  • NAFDAC product registration
  • SON standards registration
  • Pension and PENCOM
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Immigration Nigeria

Immigration

Travelling, relocating, or managing immigration documents — what every Nigerian needs to know.

  • Visa on arrival countries
  • Residence permit
  • Dual citizenship
  • Japa documentation checklist
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Police Security Nigeria

Police, Security & Legal Records

Get police clearance, report crimes, understand bail, and protect yourself under Nigerian law.

  • Police clearance certificate
  • How to report a crime
  • Understanding bail in Nigeria
  • Cybercrime and online fraud laws
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Court Legal Processes Nigeria

Court, Legal Processes & Affidavits

Navigate Nigerian courts, swear affidavits, and access legal help without spending a fortune.

  • How to swear an affidavit
  • Small claims court guide
  • Free legal aid in Nigeria
  • Power of attorney
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Transport Vehicle Nigeria

Transport & Vehicle Documentation

Legally own and drive a vehicle in Nigeria — registration, licensing, insurance, and roadworthiness.

  • Vehicle registration and number plates
  • Driver’s licence renewal
  • Roadworthiness certificate
  • Mandatory car insurance
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