+234 1 454 2130, +234 803 716 5596kunleobebe@bloomfield-law.comMon-Fri 10am - 4pm (WhatsApp 08037165596 after 4:00pm)
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Notary Public — Lagos, Nigeria

Witness to Truth.
Agent of Permanence.

A Notary Public in Lagos, Nigeria with over 21 years of legal practice — attestation of documents, affidavits, powers of attorney and consular legalisation for private and corporate clients alike.

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Services

What a Notary Public does

A Notary Public in Lagos acts as a bridge between the Nigerian legal system and foreign legal systems, so that your documents — from powers of attorney to affidavits — can be used abroad through a process called legalisation. All notarial work is regulated by the Supreme Court of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, and the practice is covered by professional indemnity insurance.

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Attestation of Documents

Attestation of documents for use abroad: attesting execution and witnessing the signing of legal instruments — the core work of a Notary Public in Lagos.

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Authentication for Foreign Use

Authentication of documents for use abroad: verifying the identity, capacity and authority of signatories so foreign jurisdictions accept your Nigerian documents.

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Notarial Certificates & Copies

Notarial certificates and certified true copies: certifying the genuineness of copy documents, signatures and the execution of documents.

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Affidavits, Oaths & Declarations

Affidavits in Nigeria: taking declarations, affidavits, oaths and acknowledgments for legal and official purposes at home and abroad.

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Powers of Attorney

Power of attorney notary services: preparing and notarising powers of attorney for use in foreign jurisdictions.

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Legalisation & Translation

Consular legalisation of Nigerian documents at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and embassies, plus translation and verification of foreign-language documents.

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Based in

Parkview, Ikoyi — Lagos

The Notary

Kunle Obebe

A Notary Public with over 21 years of legal practice experience, based in Lagos, Nigeria. Kunle Obebe provides a wide range of Notary Public services to both private and corporate clients, authenticating documents to be used in foreign jurisdictions.

He is also a qualified legal counsel, though the notarial practice is kept separate from his legal practice. Appointments can be arranged at his offices, with evening, weekend and 24/7 service available when required — including online confirmation of documentation through video telephony.

“Each and every Notary Public plays a crucial role in combating identity theft. They serve as our front line of defense, and the public is safer because of the job they do.”
Ken Salazar

The Process

Identification, fees & legalisation

What to bring, how fees are assessed, and how we help your documents travel across borders.

Identification requirements

Each person whose signature is to be certified must provide one original identification document at the appointment:

  • Passport
  • Driving licence (with photo card)
  • National identity card
  • Resident permit (foreign nationals)
  • Other government-issued ID (with photo and signature)

Plus proof of residence:

  • Utility bill
  • Bank statement
  • Council tax document
  • Official government correspondence

What it costs

Fees are assessed mainly by reference to the time spent on the matter, on the basis of an hourly charging rate. Fixed fees apply to certain low-fee notary services.

For complex cases, request a quotation through the contact section — you will receive a clear, itemised estimate before any work begins.

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Legalisation

We assist with consular legalisation of Nigerian documents to be used in other foreign countries, and can help obtain work authorisation for Nigerians seeking employment abroad.

For company documents, education certificates, diplomas and decree absolute, attendance at the office is not always necessary — much of this can be completed online.