How to Officially Change Your Name in Nigeria

Stop relying solely on affidavits and newspaper notices for an official name change. The Supreme Court clarified the valid process in P.D.P v. Degi-Eremienyo. Follow these steps to make your name change legally binding: 1. Prepare and sign a Deed Poll in the presence of two witnesses. A lawyer must draft the document and affix their seal. 2. Write an application letter addressed to the Chairman, National Population Commission (NPC). 3. Submit the signed Deed Poll and letter at the NPC’s Legal Department. 4. Pay the required fee. Your name change will be published in the official gazette, and you’ll receive a certificate of change of name. Publishing in the gazette replaces newspaper notices and ensures nationwide recognition. Banks are now adopting this requirement, so follow the correct procedure to avoid delays.

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