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A Lost Affidavit is a crucial legal instrument in Nigerian law used when individuals or organizations need to formally declare the loss of important items or documents. This sworn statement becomes necessary when seeking replacements for lost items, protecting against potential misuse, or fulfilling requirements for various official processes. The document must include specific details about the lost item(s), circumstances of loss, and verification of the deponent's identity. Under Nigerian law, the Lost Affidavit must be sworn before a Commissioner for Oaths or Notary Public to be legally valid. It serves as an official record and can be used in various contexts, from replacing lost certificates to reporting missing corporate documents. The affidavit may also be required by institutions as part of their risk management and compliance procedures.

1. Title and Heading: States 'AFFIDAVIT OF LOSS' and the relevant court or jurisdiction

2. Deponent Information: Full name, age, religion, occupation, and residential address of the person making the affidavit

3. Item Description: Detailed description of the lost item(s) including identifying features, serial numbers, or unique characteristics

4. Loss Circumstances: Detailed account of when, where, and how the item(s) were lost or discovered missing

5. Search Efforts: Description of steps taken to locate the lost item(s)

6. Purpose Declaration: Statement of the purpose for which the affidavit is being made

7. Verification Statement: Standard verification clause stating that the contents are true and correct

8. Jurat/Attestation: Official certification by the notary public or commissioner for oaths