Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Nigeria

I live with my siblings in the UK, both my parents passed away in Nigeria leaving wills to which I am a beneficiary. My senior sister is a truste to both wills, however refuses to provide and administrative documents as to what she is doing with inheritance? or even distribute as her duty as a trustee. However, rents out, charges whatever she likes and tells me my share, but would not provide documentation. My father also left shares in around 10 companies? yet no feedback .Please What are my options?

Asked on 12/10/17, 8:58 am

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Rotimi Ogunlade Rotimi Ogunlade & Associates

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To be able to answer this question appropriately, I will need to find out the following; Has probate been granted on the will? If yes, who are the executors/ executrix? Who are the other beneficiaries or are you the sole beneficiary? The will should expressly state your entitlement if you are a beneficiary. My interim answer to this question is that you should bring an action against your sister compelling her to account for proceeds of the estate. For further assistance or clarifications feel free to contact me at [email protected]

Answered on 12/10/17, 11:28 am

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