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Between Public Policy And Party Conduct: How Champion Breweries PLC v Brauerei Beck GMBH & Co. KG Redefines Enforcement Resistance In Arbitration

To date, public policy remains one of the grounds for setting aside an arbitral award. However, whether an arbitral award will be successfully set aside on the grounds of public policy depends on various factors...

Nigeria Commercial

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Stren & Blan Partners

Effective Debt Recovery In Nigeria: Prioritising ADR Over The Litigation Minefield

Debt recovery in Nigeria remains a complex and multifaceted challenge. While litigation has often been viewed as the principal instrument for compelling repayment, contemporary experience show that litigation...

Nigeria Litigation

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

The Continuing Harm And Continuing Tortious Acts Conundrum: Insights From Jalla v. Shell Int'l Trading & Shipping Co. Ltd., And Its Implications For Oil Spill Compensation Litigation In Nigeria

On the issue of the applicability of statutes of limitation in statutory oil spill compensation claims, Nigerian courts have equivocated between three mutually contradictory positions regarding the concept of continuing torts.

Nigeria Litigation

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

The Legal And Strategic Importance Of Trade Associations In Nigeria's Commercial Framework

In Nigeria's increasingly regulated and competitive economic environment, trade associations play an indispensable role as institutional intermediaries between industry stakeholders and the state.

Nigeria International

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Blueprint Solicitors

Enforcement Of Arbitral Awards Under The Provisions Of The Arbitration And Mediation Act, 2023 And Other Extant Statutes In Nigeria

Nigeria Litigation

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Alliance Law Firm

Why Arbitration Is The Way To Go For Banks To Reduce Trillions In Non-Performing Loans.

Nigeria Litigation

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

CAS Must Reflect The World It Serves — Balancing Expertise, Opportunity And Global Representation In Sports Arbitration

Nigeria Litigation

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Eat And Run: The Pan Ocean's Case

Nigeria Litigation

Rouk & Co.

Revolutionizing Matrimonial Proceedings In Nigeria: A Modern Approach

Lawracles LP

An Overview Of The Arbitration And Mediation Act (AMA) 2023

Nigeria Litigation

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George Etomi & Partners

Mediation As A Dispute Resolution Tool Benefits And Considerations For Nigerian Businesses

Nigeria Litigation

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Sobowale, Medidem & Bello

Inadmissibility Of Photocopy Of Certified True Copy Of Public Document In Evidence: A Spotlight On Section 90(1)(C) Of The Evidence Act, 2011 (As Amended)

Nigeria Litigation

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Alliance Law Firm

Can The Lagos State Real Estate Regulatory Authority (LASRERA) Be The Game-Changer In Resolving Real Estate Disputes In Lagos State?

Nigeria Real Estate

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Abdu-Salam Abbas & Co

Adequacy Of Admissions To Avoid Disputes: The Supreme Court's Decision In Sembcorp Engineering PTE Ltd V. IPCO (WA) Holdings Ltd [2024] LPELR-62984 (SC)

Nigeria Litigation

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Advocaat Law Practice

Tax Reform In Nigeria: Key Changes Under New Tax Acts

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The Trusted Advisors

A New Regulatory Order For Virtual/Digital Assets In Nigeria: Understanding The Implications Of The Tax Reform Acts

Nigeria Technology

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

The New Capital Gains Tax In Nigeria: Key Considerations For Foreign Investors

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Pavestones Legal

The Nigeria Tax Reform Act 2025 And How It Affects Businesses

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Sobowale, Medidem & Bello

Nigeria's New Tax Laws On Taxation Of Non-Resident Companies: Departing From International Standard Principle

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KPMG Nigeria

Appraising The New English Arbitration Act 2025 And Some Lessons For Nigeria

In an increasingly globalised world, marked by a surge in the volume of cross-border trade and investments and a steady erosion of physical and symbolic boundaries, legal reforms and developments within one jurisdiction...

Nigeria Litigation

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Templars

Utilising Arbitration In Resolving Employment Disputes: Scope And Limitations

Globalization has led to an increase in cross-border employment relationships. Companies now employ individuals from other countries to access global talent, while employees are equally drawn...

Nigeria Litigation

TT

The Trusted Advisors

Admissibility Of Electronic Evidence In Arbitral Proceedings: A Viable And Progressive Approach For Parties In Domestic And International Arbitration

Like Court proceedings in litigation, Arbitration as a form of dispute resolution requires the presentation of oral and/or documentary evidence from the parties for evaluation by the Arbitrator...

Nigeria Litigation

TT

The Trusted Advisors

Third-Party Funding In Arbitration: Prospects And Risks In The Nigerian Legal System

The financing of arbitration has traditionally been the sole responsibility of the parties directly involved in the dispute.

Nigeria Litigation

TT

The Trusted Advisors

The Future Of Arbitration In Nigeria: Challenges, Opportunities, And Global Best Practices

Nigeria Litigation

TT

The Trusted Advisors

Can Arbitral Clauses Oust The Jurisdiction Of The Courts? A Legal Analysis

Nigeria Litigation

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The Trusted Advisors

Arbitration In Family Disputes: A Critical Analysis

Nigeria Litigation

TT

The Trusted Advisors

International Arbitration: A Preferred Mechanism For Oil & Gas Dispute Resolution

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The Trusted Advisors

Options Available To Victims Of Domestic And Sexual Violence In Lagos State

Nigeria Government

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Abdu-Salam Abbas & Co

Aluko &Oyebode Maritime Newsletter: Quarter 3 2025

Nigeria Transport

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Aluko & Oyebode

The Role Of Arbitration In Resolving Disputes In Nigeria

Nigeria Litigation

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Goldsmiths Solicitors

Strengthening The NPFL: A Proposal For Rules Review, Effective Enforcement And Targeted Enhancement.

Nigeria Litigation

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Greenfields Law

Why Nigerian Football Needs Responsible Communication Between Stakeholders To Flourish

Nigeria Media & IT

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Greenfields Law

Litigation Dispute Resolution Comparative Guide

Nigeria Litigation

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Duale Ovia & Alex-Adedipe

The Role Of Arbitration In Resolving Disputes In Nigeria

Disputes are inevitable in most business relationships.

Nigeria Litigation

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Goldsmiths Solicitors

Strengthening The NPFL: A Proposal For Rules Review, Effective Enforcement And Targeted Enhancement.

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) is the country's most popular league, drawing in devoted fans and generating substantial revenue.

Nigeria Litigation

GL

Greenfields Law

Why Nigerian Football Needs Responsible Communication Between Stakeholders To Flourish

This article explores the need for better and more responsible communication between football clubs and officials of the Nigeria National League (NNL) as an important prerequisite to protecting the image and integrity of the game.

Nigeria Media & IT

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Greenfields Law

Litigation Dispute Resolution Comparative Guide

Litigation Dispute Resolution Comparative Guide for the jurisdiction of Nigeria, check out our comparative guides section to compare across multiple countries

Nigeria Litigation

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Duale Ovia & Alex-Adedipe

Legal Exceptions To Privacy Rights In Nigeria: Implications For Data Subjects And Recommended Safeguards Against Arbitrary Surveillance

Nigeria Privacy

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Banwo & Ighodalo

Interim Measures In Arbitration: Judicial Support And Statutory Provisions — A Comparison Of Nigeria And The UK

When conducting Arbitral proceedings, certain circumstances arise that may require either party to seek interim relief or measures of protection to secure a party's or both parties' interests and to prevent the other party from engaging in acts that may frustrate the successful outcome of the Arbitration.

Nigeria Litigation

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The Trusted Advisors

Limitation Of Actions: Reconciling The Decisions In N.R.M.A.F.C. v. Johnson And Idachaba v. University Of Agriculture, Makurdi, On The Applicability Of The Public Officers Protection Act To Employment Contracts In Nigeria

The law of limitation of action/limitation period plays a central role in litigation by prescribing the time within which claims must be instituted.

Nigeria Employment

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Legal Blackout: What Occurs When A Professional Negligence Case Slips Through Regulatory Gaps In Nigeria?

n any society, professionals like doctors, lawyers, engineers, and accountants play crucial roles in shaping lives and communities.

Nigeria Litigation

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Maritime Arbitration Disputes – Navigating The Seat Of Arbitration

Globally, the maritime industry is susceptible to disputes due to the technical nature of the industry. The maritime industry comprises various contractual relations and transactions, which sometimes result in disputes...

Nigeria Litigation

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The Trusted Advisors

Enforcement Of Domestic And International Arbitral Awards | Statutory Requirements & Role Of Seat Of Arbitration

Nigeria Litigation

TT

The Trusted Advisors

Intellectual Property Disputes And Alternative Dispute Resolution: The Way Forward

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G ELIAS

Protecting Creativity In Fashion: Practical Tools For Fashion Designers In Preventing And Resolving Copyright Disputes

Osuntuyi & Tokan-Lawal Law

Investor-State Arbitration: Balancing Interests And Sovereignty

Nigeria Litigation

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The Trusted Advisors

Setting Aside Arbitral Awards: Strategic Roles Of Legal Counsel And Judiciary In Nigeria

Nigeria Litigation

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The Trusted Advisors

Shamed For Debt: Analysis Of Available Judicial Redress Against Loan App Harassment And Defamation In The Case Of Mr. Peter Odang Enyigwe V. Fastcredit Limited & 2 Ors.

Nigeria Litigation

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

An Examination Of The Effect Of Arbitration Clauses On The Rights Of Parties Under Bank Guarantees In Nigeria

Nigeria Litigation

TT

The Trusted Advisors

Sports Arbitration & Dispute Resolution In Nigeria: What You Need To Know

Nigeria Media & IT

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

Case Alert: A Review Of The Supreme Court's Decision In Pan Ocean Oil Corporation (Nigeria) Limited V. KCA Deutag Drilling GMBH And KCA Deutag (Nigeria) Limited

Nigeria Litigation

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Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie

Interventions Of Courts In Aid Of The Smooth Administration Of Arbitral Proceedings In Nigeria

Nigeria Litigation

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Alliance Law Firm

Joint Ventures In Nigeria: How Foreign Investors Can Structure Safe, Profitable Partnerships

Nigeria Government

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The Trusted Advisors

The Rules, Practice, And Procedure For The Enforcement Of Foreign Judgments In Nigeria

Nigeria Litigation

SA

S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Nigeria Copyright Commission (NCC) Issues New Copyright (Collective Management) Regulations 2025

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Legal Framework For The Enforcement Of Foreign Arbitral Awards In Nigeria

Nigeria Litigation

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The Trusted Advisors

Service Of In Rem Writs: Resolving The SCPA Controversy Under The 2023 Admiralty Rules.

Nigeria Litigation

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G ELIAS

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