Change of Secretary (Company)

Change of Secretary (Company)

₦30,000

File Notice of Change of Company Secretary with CAC

Every Nigerian company (except for small companies) is required by law to appoint a Company Secretary to manage corporate governance and statutory compliance. Whenever there is a Change of Secretary, whether through the appointment of a new secretary, resignation, or removal of an existing one, the company must officially notify the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC).

SplashDict helps companies file the Notice of Change of Secretary quickly and accurately, ensuring your company remains compliant and your secretarial records are properly updated on the CAC registry.

Service Fee (All inclusive):

₦30,000

Appoint or Remove Company Secretary in Nigeria

Here’s how SplashDict’s CAC-accredited experts assist you:

  • Filing & Documentation: We prepare and file the required CAC forms, board resolutions, and all necessary documents for the appointment or removal of a Company Secretary.

  • Official Document: Receive an updated CAC Status Report reflecting the current Company Secretary.

  • Transparent Pricing: Covers all statutory CAC filing fees and our professional service fee with no hidden charges.

  • Fast Processing: Your request is typically completed within 2–10 working days, subject to CAC approval.

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Why File a Change of Secretary with CAC?

In a Nigerian company, the Company Secretary is a key officer responsible for ensuring statutory compliance, maintaining corporate records, and supporting proper corporate governance.

Whenever a secretary resigns, is removed, or a new one is appointed, the company must file a Notice of Change of Secretary with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) to update its official records.

Under CAMA 2020, most companies (except small companies) are required to appoint a company secretary. For public companies, the secretary must be a qualified professional such as a member of the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators (ICSAN), a legal practitioner, a member of a recognized professional accounting body, or someone with relevant experience.

A firm or corporate body may also serve as a company secretary if its members meet these qualifications. Notifying the CAC of any change in the company secretary is therefore mandatory.

  • Statutory Requirement: Most companies must appoint a company secretary and notify the CAC whenever there is a change in that position.

  • Maintain Accurate Public Records: The CAC’s public registry is relied upon by banks, investors, regulators, and other institutions to confirm a company’s official officers. Filing a Change of Secretary ensures that these records remain accurate and up-to-date.

  • Operational Continuity: Updating the secretary’s details ensures that the individual or firm responsible for regulatory filings and corporate compliance is properly recognized by the CAC.

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Requirements for Filing Change of Secretary with CAC

  • Up-to-Date Annual Returns: The CAC usually requires all outstanding annual returns to be filed before approving any post-incorporation changes.

  • Company Details: Provide the company’s full registered name and RC (Registration) Number as recorded with the CAC.

  • Company Resolution: A signed resolution from the board of directors approving the appointment or removal of the company secretary.

  • Reason for Change (if removing): Indicate why the secretary is being removed e.g., resignation, replacement, or end of tenure.

  • New Secretary’s Details (For Individual Secretary): Provide personal details including full name, date of birth, gender, nationality, contact details (phone and email), occupation, residential address, and a valid means of identification (passport, ID card, driver’s license, etc.).

  • Corporate Secretary Details (If a Firm or Company): Provide the name of the firm or company acting as secretary, registration number, contact email, and phone number.

  • Authorization: The application must be signed by the company’s directors, secretary, or an authorized representative.

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