Legal, Regulatory & Compliance Services for Businesses
Certovia Limited is a professional legal, regulatory, and compliance services firm that supports startups, SMEs, and growing companies to register, structure, and operate legally within Nigeria
We provide business and company registration with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), alongside regulatory licensing, compliance advisory, and ongoing legal support. Our services are designed to help businesses move from idea to lawful operation, and from growth to regulatory maturity, with confidence.
We help businesses register right, comply early, and scale safely.
Our Pitch
"Certovia Limited registers businesses and companies with the CAC and supports startups and growing companies with legal structuring, regulatory licensing, and compliance services. We help businesses operate legally, meet regulatory expectations, and scale without compliance risk."
- Authorized to handle CAC registrations
- We execute registrations and filings directly
- End-to-end legal and compliance support
Comprehensive Structuring & Compliance
A. CAC Business Registration
Core service covering Business Names, Private Limited Companies, structuring, post-incorp filings, and document retrieval.
Outcome: Legally registered & structuredB. Regulatory Licensing & Approvals
NAFDAC, SON, Fintech/financial services compliance, tech data-driven approvals, and sector-specific permits.
Outcome: Lawful regulatory scopeC. Legal & Compliance Advisory
Corporate governance, risk management, internal compliance procedures, and structuring for investment.
Outcome: Structurally sound for growthD. Data Protection & Privacy
NDPR audits, compliance documentation, privacy policies, consent frameworks, and staff procedures for total data security.
E. AML/CFT & Regulatory Reporting
AML/CFT frameworks, KYC onboarding monitoring policies, and reporting guidance for CBN, NFIU, and other regulators.
How We Start Working Together
When onboarding a new client, Certovia collects information through these 4 standard steps:
Business Info
Proposed company name(s), nature of business, address, and contact details.
Ownership Details
Founder/Director names, valid IDs, shareholding structures, and passports.
Compliance Assessment
Industry sector check, regulatory status, and data/financial handling operations.
Engagement Setup
Scope agreement, timeline, deliverables, fees, and signed service agreement.
Transparent Client-Facing Packages
Choose the tier that fits your growth stage.
Option A: CAC-Only
Best for new/informal businesses
- CAC name reservation
- Business Name or Ltd registration
- Delivery of CAC documents
- Basic compliance guidance
Option B: CAC + Starter
Best for startups day one
- Everything in Option A
- Business structuring advice
- Regulatory assessment
- Basic policies (as applicable)
- Post-incorporation checklist
Option C: Full Support
Best for regulated growth
- CAC registration & filings
- Regulatory licensing support
- Compliance frameworks & policies
- NDPR & AML/CFT docs
- Regulatory readiness support
Startup Legal & Compliance Retainer
Designed for early-stage companies that can’t afford a full-time lawyer or compliance officer. Flexible, affordable, and scalable.
Why Startups Love This:
Monthly Support Includes:
- Ongoing legal advisory
- Regulatory guidance & updates
- Review of contracts & policies
- CAC filings & reminders
- Compliance risk alerts
- Founder support access