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Nigeria Ports Economic Regulatory Agency Act, 2026: Nigerian Shippers’ Council’s Long Journey To Economic Regulation Of Nigeria’s Ports
The transformation of Nigeria's Shippers' Council into the Nigeria Ports Economic Regulatory Agency represents the culmination of nearly five decades of port reform, driven by sustained advocacy and litigation. This article examines how Dr. Olisa Agbakoba's regulatory campaign, executive action, and landmark maritime litigation shaped the creation of an independent economic regulator for Nigerian ports, while exploring the complex jurisdictional relationship between NPERA and the Nigerian Ports Authority.
Nigeria Government
OA
Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)
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Nigeria Strengthens Cloud Governance And Sovereign Cloud Development
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has introduced four key instruments to strengthen Nigeria’s cloud governance, digital infrastructure, and investment landscape: the National Cloud Computing Guideline 2026, National Cloud Technical Guideline 2026, National Digital Infrastructure Assurance Framework (NDIAF), and National Cloud Investment Strategy. The Guidelines, signed by the Director-General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, on 4 August 2026, are scheduled to take effect on 1 January 2027.1
Nigeria Government
SA
S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.
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Inward/ Foreign Investment

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Establishing An International Maritime Logistics Company In Nigeria: The Legal & Regulatory Guide
Nigeria's strategic position on the Gulf of Guinea and its status as one of Africa's largest import economies make it a critical market for international maritime logistics operators. However, establishing operations requires navigating a complex multi-agency regulatory architecture spanning company law, foreign investment restrictions, maritime licensing, customs compliance, and local content obligations.
Nigeria Transport
Adeola Oyinlade & Co
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ISDS Series | Part 1: Understanding Investor-State Dispute Settlement (ISDS)
Nigeria's position as both a major recipient of foreign direct investment and a source of outbound capital creates significant exposure to the Investor-State Dispute Settlement system. This analysis examines how investment treaty arbitration operates, the substantive protections available to foreign investors, and Nigeria's track record with eight known claims brought against it.
Nigeria International
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Templars
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Nigeria’s Offshore Investment Outlook: US$30–50 Billion In Projects Expected To Drive Upstream Growth Between 2026 And 2030
Nigeria's upstream oil and gas sector is poised for substantial growth with 22 major offshore projects anticipated between 2026 and 2030, potentially attracting US$30-50 billion in investment. The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission projects these developments will boost production, create employment, expand infrastructure, and strengthen energy security, supported by new fiscal frameworks and licensing rounds.
Nigeria Energy
TA
Tope Adebayo LP
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Constitutional & Administrative Law

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Nigeria Ports Economic Regulatory Agency Act, 2026: Nigerian Shippers’ Council’s Long Journey To Economic Regulation Of Nigeria’s Ports
The transformation of Nigeria's Shippers' Council into the Nigeria Ports Economic Regulatory Agency represents the culmination of nearly five decades of port reform, driven by sustained advocacy and litigation. This article examines how Dr. Olisa Agbakoba's regulatory campaign, executive action, and landmark maritime litigation shaped the creation of an independent economic regulator for Nigerian ports, while exploring the complex jurisdictional relationship between NPERA and the Nigerian Ports Authority.
Nigeria Government
OA
Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)
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11 Plc V. Milan Industries Ltd & 2 Ors. (SC/CV/374/2023):  Right Of Access To Court And The Constitutional Limits Of Ouster Clauses
The Supreme Court's decision in 11 PLC v. Milan Industries Ltd raises critical questions about the constitutional validity of statutory ouster clauses that restrict judicial remedies. While upholding AMCON's powers to enforce mortgage securities and sell collateralized assets, the court controversially held that Section 34(6) of the AMCON Act validly ousts courts' jurisdiction to grant restorative reliefs, limiting aggrieved parties to monetary compensation only. This interpretation conflicts with constitut
Nigeria Litigation
BC
Babalakin & Co.Legal Practitioners
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Terrorism, Homeland Security & Defence

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Illegal Fishing In Nigeria’s Waters: The Legal Framework, The Enforcement Gaps, And What Must Change
The Gulf of Guinea has witnessed a significant transformation in maritime security threats, with illegal fishing emerging as a critical challenge following the decline in piracy incidents. This analysis examines how Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing has evolved into a major economic and security concern for Nigeria and neighboring West African states, exploring the legal frameworks, enforcement gaps, and systemic weaknesses that enable this lucrative criminal activity to persist despite inte
Worldwide International
OA
Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)
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Government Contracts, Procurement & PPP

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Nigeria Ports Economic Regulatory Agency Act, 2026: Nigerian Shippers’ Council’s Long Journey To Economic Regulation Of Nigeria’s Ports
The transformation of Nigeria's Shippers' Council into the Nigeria Ports Economic Regulatory Agency represents the culmination of nearly five decades of port reform, driven by sustained advocacy and litigation. This article examines how Dr. Olisa Agbakoba's regulatory campaign, executive action, and landmark maritime litigation shaped the creation of an independent economic regulator for Nigerian ports, while exploring the complex jurisdictional relationship between NPERA and the Nigerian Ports Authority.
Nigeria Government
OA
Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)
Article
Nigeria Strengthens Cloud Governance And Sovereign Cloud Development
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has introduced four key instruments to strengthen Nigeria’s cloud governance, digital infrastructure, and investment landscape: the National Cloud Computing Guideline 2026, National Cloud Technical Guideline 2026, National Digital Infrastructure Assurance Framework (NDIAF), and National Cloud Investment Strategy. The Guidelines, signed by the Director-General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, on 4 August 2026, are scheduled to take effect on 1 January 2027.1
Nigeria Government
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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.
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