Sagay maintains that consideration remains a vital element of contract law, drawing on both English common law and Nigerian decisions.

: Agreements must be between competent parties (e.g., excluding minors or persons of unsound mind) and must not have unlawful objectives, which would render them void.

In recent years, Nigeria has experienced significant growth in its business and commercial sectors, driven in part by the country's increasing globalization and integration into the world economy. As a result, there is a growing need for a clear understanding of the legal framework for commercial transactions, including contract law.

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