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This Investment Contract is a crucial legal document used in Nigerian business transactions to formalize and structure investment relationships between investors and recipient businesses. It is designed to comply with Nigerian legal requirements, including the Investment and Securities Act 2007, Companies and Allied Matters Act 2020, and relevant foreign exchange regulations. The contract is suitable for various investment types, including equity investments, convertible loans, and hybrid structures, and can be adapted for both domestic and foreign investments. It includes comprehensive provisions covering investment terms, governance rights, regulatory compliance, reporting requirements, and exit mechanisms, while incorporating necessary protections for all parties involved. The document is particularly important in the Nigerian context where clear documentation of investment terms and compliance with local regulations is essential for investment security and enforcement.

1. Parties: Identifies and defines all parties to the investment contract, including full legal names and addresses

2. Background: Sets out the context of the investment and brief description of the business or project

3. Definitions and Interpretation: Defines key terms used throughout the agreement and establishes interpretation rules

4. Investment Amount and Structure: Specifies the total investment amount, payment schedule, and investment structure (equity, debt, or hybrid)

5. Conditions Precedent: Lists conditions that must be satisfied before the investment becomes effective

6. Representations and Warranties: Contains statements of fact and assurances from all parties about their capacity, authority, and business condition

7. Investment Terms: Details the key commercial terms including valuation, shareholding (if applicable), and return on investment

8. Rights and Obligations: Outlines the specific rights and obligations of each party post-investment

9. Governance and Control: Specifies management rights, voting rights, and decision-making processes

10. Financial Reporting: Sets out requirements for financial statements, reports, and other information to be provided to investors

11. Exit Provisions: Details the mechanisms for exit, including transfer rights, tag-along, drag-along rights

12. Term and Termination: Specifies the duration of the agreement and circumstances under which it can be terminated

13. Confidentiality: Establishes obligations regarding confidential information

14. Dispute Resolution: Sets out procedures for resolving disputes, including jurisdiction and applicable law

15. General Provisions: Contains standard boilerplate clauses including notices, amendments, and assignment

16. Execution: Signature blocks and execution formalities