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Legal & Compliance

Statutory framework, regulations, and compliance documents.

Enabling Legislation

Government Contract Continuity Act, 2023

Act No. 12 of 2023 | Assented: 15 March 2023

Establishes the GovContinuity Bureau as an independent statutory body with powers to register, escrow, certify, and arbitrate government contracts during political transitions.

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Bureau Regulations

Contract Registration Regulation

Bureau Reg. 2024/001 — Thresholds, procedures, and documentation requirements

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Escrow Management Regulation

Bureau Reg. 2024/002 — CBN-compliant escrow framework for government contracts

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Arbitration Rules

Bureau Reg. 2024/003 — Procedures for contract dispute resolution during transitions

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Certification Standards

Bureau Reg. 2024/004 — Criteria for GovContinuity Seal issuance and maintenance

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CBN Regulatory Framework

CBN Circular on Government Contract Escrow

Ref: CBN/GOV/2024/001 | Date: 2 January 2024

Directs all deposit money banks to recognize GovContinuity-certified contracts as eligible collateral for lending and to participate in the Bureau's escrow framework.

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Compliance Advisory

This website provides general information about the GovContinuity Bureau and its services. It does not constitute legal advice. For specific legal guidance on contract registration, escrow requirements, or arbitration procedures, please contact the Bureau directly or consult qualified legal counsel.

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