Legit.ng has published a guide on free business name registration with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), aimed at 250,000 Nigerian small businesses. The publication, dated 12 November 2026, says the guide sets out five steps for applying for a business certificate.
According to the Legit.ng summary, the guide also covers eligibility rules, warnings about scams and details on fees that applicants should know before they apply. The headline describes the steps as revealed.
The material supplied is only a short summary of the article. It does not spell out the five steps, the eligibility criteria, the specific fees or scam warnings, so those details cannot be reproduced here. Small business owners are advised to check the full Legit.ng report and confirm every requirement directly with the CAC before paying anyone or submitting an application.
- Based on reporting byLegit.ng: Revealed: 5 Steps to apply and get your business certificate
