Child Adoption

8 documentsUpdated Jun 2026Lagos

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Court order granting adoption

Where

Lagos State High Court

Cost

₦50,000 – ₦200,000 (legal fees)

Time

3–12 months (court process)

You'll need first

All home study and social worker reports completed

Order from the Lagos State High Court formally granting the adoption. The central legal document for all subsequent registrations.

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