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How to prepare a will in Nigeria

A valid will records how assets should be handled and who should administer the estate, but Nigerian requirements can vary with state law, marriage, property and customary or religious rules.

What to check

Inventory assets and debts, verify ownership, choose executors and guardians, identify beneficiaries and have the document prepared and witnessed correctly.

What could change the answer

An informal note or online template may fail legal requirements. Do not assume every asset can be distributed in the same way.

A practical next step

Use the inventory to brief a qualified Nigerian lawyer and arrange secure storage plus a review after major life changes.

Reviewed 2026-09-09