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Current Account Agreement Template for Nigeria

A comprehensive legal agreement governed by Nigerian law that establishes and regulates the relationship between a bank and its customer for the operation of a current account. The document complies with the Banks and Other Financial Institutions Act (BOFIA) 2020 and Central Bank of Nigeria regulations, outlining the terms and conditions for account operation, customer obligations, bank services, fees, security measures, and termination procedures. It incorporates essential regulatory requirements including KYC protocols, anti-money laundering provisions, and consumer protection measures as mandated by Nigerian banking laws.

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What is a Current Account Agreement?

The Current Account Agreement serves as the foundational document governing the banker-customer relationship in Nigeria's banking sector. It is required whenever a customer (individual or corporate) wishes to open a current account with a Nigerian bank, establishing the legal framework for the account operation. The agreement must comply with the Banks and Other Financial Institutions Act (BOFIA) 2020, Central Bank of Nigeria regulations, and other relevant Nigerian banking laws. It covers essential aspects such as account services, fees, customer identification requirements, electronic banking provisions, and security measures. The document is designed to protect both the bank's and customer's interests while ensuring regulatory compliance with Nigerian banking sector requirements.

What sections should be included in a Current Account Agreement?

1. Parties: Identification of the bank and the account holder(s)

2. Background: Context of the agreement and the banking relationship

3. Definitions: Definitions of key terms used throughout the agreement

4. Account Opening and Operation: Requirements and procedures for opening and operating the account

5. Customer Identification: KYC requirements and documentation needed

6. Account Services: Description of available services and features of the current account

7. Deposits and Withdrawals: Terms governing deposits, withdrawals, and transaction processing

8. Fees and Charges: Details of all applicable fees, charges, and commission

9. Interest: Terms regarding interest (if any) on the account

10. Account Statements: Frequency, format, and terms related to account statements

11. Security and Access: Security measures, PIN/password requirements, and access protocols

12. Customer Obligations: Customer responsibilities including maintaining minimum balance and providing accurate information

13. Bank's Rights and Obligations: Bank's duties, responsibilities, and rights regarding account management

14. Termination: Conditions and procedures for account closure or termination

15. Governing Law: Specification of Nigerian law as governing law and jurisdiction

What sections are optional to include in a Current Account Agreement?

1. Joint Account Provisions: Additional terms for joint account holders, used when account has multiple owners

2. Corporate Account Provisions: Specific terms for corporate customers, used for business accounts

3. Foreign Currency Transactions: Terms for foreign currency dealings, used if foreign currency transactions are permitted

4. Internet Banking Services: Terms for online banking access, used if electronic banking is enabled

5. Mobile Banking Services: Terms for mobile banking services, used if mobile banking is enabled

6. Standing Orders: Terms for recurring payment instructions, used if standing orders are offered

7. Overdraft Facility: Terms for overdraft services, used if overdraft facility is available

8. Special Category Customer Provisions: Specific terms for minors, elderly, or disabled customers, used for special category accounts

What schedules should be included in a Current Account Agreement?

1. Schedule 1: Fee Schedule: Detailed breakdown of all applicable fees, charges, and commission rates

2. Schedule 2: Interest Rate Schedule: Current interest rates and calculation methods

3. Schedule 3: Required Documentation: List of required KYC documents for different customer categories

4. Schedule 4: Account Services: Detailed description of available account services and features

5. Schedule 5: Electronic Banking Terms: Detailed terms for electronic banking services

6. Appendix A: Account Opening Form: Standard account opening form template

7. Appendix B: Specimen Signature Card: Format for recording authorized signatures

8. Appendix C: Transaction Limits: Table of transaction and daily limits for different services

Authors

Alex Denne

Head of Growth (Open Source Law) @ Ƶ | 3 x UCL-Certified in Contract Law & Drafting | 4+ Years Managing 1M+ Legal Documents

Jurisdiction

Nigeria

Publisher

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Document Type

Account Agreement

Sector

Banking

Cost

Free to use

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