As we venture into the boundless expanse of the cosmos, it’s a reminder that space law is pivotal in charting the course of this celestial frontier. As the world marks World Space Week 2023, Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL), advocates reforms of the legal and policy framework for space in Nigeria to create a robust and competitive commercial space sector.
The aviation sector is undeniably a vital component of a country’s economic landscape. Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL) was honored to host an insightful discussion on the pivotal role of legislation in reshaping Nigeria’s aviation industry for revenue generation and sustainable growth.
The Space Law and Arbitration Association of Nigeria (SLAAN) had its much-anticipated 2023 General Meeting, and Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL) was at the forefront of this cosmic legal gathering.
At Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL), our public policy practice group has been actively working for the past 15 years to establish a new legal framework for the Aviation sector in Nigeria. Our primary goal has been to expand opportunities for Nigerian operators and ensure the passage of the Flying Nigeria Bill into law, to create a huge passenger and cargo market.As part of our efforts, OAL has developed the Fly Nigeria Bill and has been actively advocating for its passage into law. This bill would provide Nigerian carriers with Flag Carrier Status, granting them access to passengers. By implementing the right legal framework, we can propel our local airlines, such as Arik and Air Peace, can take advantage.
OA urges our leaders to prioritize the interests of Nigeria and take the necessary steps to expand our market, ensuring that we are not dominated by foreign entities. It is crucial that we assert our presence and promote the growth of our own aviation industry.
The National Space Research and Development Agency Regulation is a groundbreaking legislation that demands excellence from all those venturing into space exploration and establishes a compelling framework for space-related activities.
It is important that Nigeria invests financial and human resources in the legal, regulatory and institutional framework relating to space in order to make Nigeria gain benefits of space activities which include national security, urban planning, food management and security, communications, agricultural management and disaster management among others.
Following the President’s directive, National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA) and Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL ) collaborated to identify critical legislation and regulation to support Nigeria’s space administration.
In this Video, Our Head of Public Sector Practice Group, Mr. Collins Okeke highlights several agencies of government OAL has worked with to help advance space practice in Nigeria.
In our transformative webinar, we embarked on an enlightening journey to unlock the untapped potential of Nigeria’s role in the space sector. The webinar was meticulously designed to achieve several pivotal objectives.
This year, World Space Week 2022 is dedicated to the theme of “Space and Sustainability.” At Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL), we’re thrilled to join thousands of participants in over 90 countries, coming together to celebrate sustainability both in space and from the vantage point of space.
In the ever-evolving world of law, there are frontiers waiting to be explored, and at Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL), we’re at the forefront of innovation. On June 13th, 2022, the Space Law Practice Group at OAL proudly hosted its very first Space Law webinar.
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