Document background
The Subcontractor Non Solicitation Agreement is a crucial document for businesses operating in Nigeria that engage subcontractors for various projects or services. It addresses the common business risk of subcontractors potentially poaching employees, clients, or suppliers, which can be particularly damaging in the Nigerian market where skilled workforce and established business relationships are valuable assets. This agreement, governed by Nigerian law, typically follows major contracting arrangements and includes specific provisions about who cannot be solicited, for how long, and within what geographical area. It must be carefully drafted to ensure enforceability under Nigerian competition law while providing meaningful protection for the main contractor's legitimate business interests. The document is particularly relevant in sectors with high workforce mobility and where subcontracting is common practice.
