Stay compliant with CAC — without the headache.

Q: Is a company required by law to have a company secretary?

Under the Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA) 2020, private companies are no longer required to appoint a company secretary — but many choose to engage one for professional compliance support. Public companies are still required to appoint a qualified company secretary.

Whether you need to incorporate a new company, file overdue annual returns, update CAC records, or maintain clean secretarial records — Joseph Dauda & Co. provides professional secretarial services that give you peace of mind.

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We know that company secretarial matters can feel like a burden. Annual returns, board resolutions, share transfers, and CAC filings are not optional — but they do not have to be stressful. We provide professional secretarial services to keep your company compliant, your records organized, and your directors confident. Whether you are a small private company or a large corporation, we handle the paperwork so you can focus on running your business.

Stay compliant with CAC — without the headache.

Annual Returns Filing

Every company must file annual returns with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC). We prepare and file your returns accurately and on time — so you avoid late filing penalties and maintain good standing.

Incorporation of New Companies

Starting a new business? We handle the entire CAC incorporation process — from name search and reservation to preparation of incorporation documents and certificate delivery. Your company is registered within days, not weeks.

Board Resolution Drafting

Need resolutions for appointments, loans, property acquisitions, or other major decisions? We draft clear, legally sound board and shareholder resolutions that protect your company's interests.

CAC Status Checks & Document Updates

Not sure if your company's CAC records are up to date? We verify your status, file change of address, update directors or shareholders, and ensure your records match current reality.

Share Transfer & Register Maintenance

Transferring shares? Issuing new shares? We prepare the necessary instruments, file CAC notifications, and maintain your statutory registers — all in compliance with CAMA.

Post-Incorporation Compliance

Beyond incorporation, we help with: CAC annual returns, filing of beneficial ownership declarations, filing of annual financial statements, and all other ongoing CAC requirements.

Common Secretarial Challenges We Solve

Late or Missed Annual Returns

Late filing attracts penalties that increase over time. We track your filing deadlines, remind you in advance, and file returns promptly — so you never pay a penalty again.

Disorganized Corporate Records

Missing minutes, incomplete registers, lost CAC documents — these create problems during audits, due diligence, or loan applications. We organize and maintain your secretarial records professionally.

Confusion Over Filing Requirements

Not sure what needs to be filed with CAC and when? We simplify everything into a clear calendar and checklist. You always know what is due, when, and how.

Non-Compliance with CAMA 2020

The Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA) 2020 introduced new requirements — beneficial ownership registers, small company exemptions, etc. We ensure you comply with current law.

Directors Unsure of Their Duties

Directors have legal responsibilities that many do not fully understand. We advise directors on their duties under CAMA — and help them fulfill those duties properly.