CAC to Enforce Mandatory Company Details on Business Letters from August 1, 2026
The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) announced that starting August 1, 2026, it will fully enforce Sections 304(1) and (2) of the Companies and Allied Matters Act 2020, requiring all registered companies to display specific information on their business letters. Every letter must show the company’s name and registration number, the current forename or initials and surname of each director, any former forename and surname of directors, and the nationality of every non‑Nigerian director. The CAC warned that non‑compliant firms will face sanctions, though it did not specify the penalties. The commission says the move promotes transparency, accountability, and customer satisfaction while strengthening Nigeria’s corporate regulatory environment. Companies should review their stationery and update any missing details before the August 1 deadline to avoid penalties. For guidance, firms can consult the CAC website or contact their corporate affairs advisers. Will you audit your company’s letterhead now to ensure compliance, or wait until the deadline approaches and risk penalties?