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Affidavit of Loss of Document (Nigeria, High Court)

Sworn affidavit of loss to be sworn at the High Court registry or before a Commissioner for Oaths, used to apply for a replacement of a lost certificate, ID or licence.

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AFFIDAVIT OF LOSS

I, Alex Morgan, Civil servant, Nigerian, of ____________, do hereby make oath and state as follows:

1. That I am the deponent herein and I am conversant with the facts of this affidavit.
2. That I lost my International passport no. A12345678.
3. That it was lost on or about 06/10/2026, at Lagos, on my way home from work.
4. That I searched my house and car and I reported to the police.
5. That I am swearing to this affidavit in order to report the loss and apply for a replacement.

I make this oath conscientiously believing the same to be true and correct, in accordance with the Oaths Act.

Sworn at the High Court Registry, ____________, this 06/10/2026. Before me: ____________ Commissioner for Oaths.

Deponent


Alex Morgan

Date: 06/10/2026

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Affidavit of Loss of Document (Nigeria, High Court)

An affidavit in Nigeria is sworn before a Commissioner for Oaths at the High Court registry, which charges a prescribed fee. Many agencies also ask for a police report.

When to use it

  • Bonafide, character or residence proof for school, bank or visa
  • Employment and salary certificates for loans and visas
  • No-dues and course-completion certificates
  • Declarations for income, address or name change

How to write Affidavit of Loss of Document (Nigeria, High Court)

  1. Use the letterhead of the issuing organisation, or your own details if you issue it as a person.
  2. Give the person's full name and the exact facts being certified.
  3. Mention the purpose and the date. Include only facts you can stand behind.
  4. Sign it, add the stamp or seal of the issuer, and give the original to the person who asked for it.

Attach with it

  • Proof of identity
  • Letterhead and seal of the issuer

Common mistakes

  • Certifying facts you cannot prove
  • Missing date, signature or seal

Options you can choose

Tone and salutation, validity statement, ID-copies note, witness boxes, execution note (notary / stamp paper / oath), QR or reference box, four layouts and - in any language except English - a side-by-side English copy.

How to write a Affidavit of Loss of Document (Nigeria, High Court)

  1. Fill in the form: Deponent's full name, Your address, Occupation, Document lost, When it was lost, Where it was lost.
  2. Add your letterhead, logo, footer or watermark if you like.
  3. Download a print-ready PDF - or send it for e-signature.

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FAQ

Who can issue a certificate?

The organisation that knows the facts - a school, employer, society or local authority - or, for a declaration, you yourself. Offices usually want it on letterhead with a stamp or seal.

Is a self-declaration valid?

For many purposes yes, if the receiving office allows it. For legal use you may need a notarised affidavit or an official certificate.

How long is a certificate valid?

There is often no legal expiry, but offices commonly accept a certificate only for 3 to 6 months from its date.

Is this Affidavit of Loss of Document (Nigeria, High Court) template free?

Yes. You can fill it in online and download it as a PDF for free, without installing anything.

Can I change the wording?

Yes. Every sentence of the document can be edited on the page before you download it.

This is a general template, not legal advice. Check any requirements that apply in your country or organisation.

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