Four OAL lawyers are recognised in Mondaq’s Spring 2025 Awards for top legal thought leadership across Sports Law, Employment & HR, and Real Estate sectors.
Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund (CVFF): A New Dawn in Nigeria’s Maritime Sector – What You Need to Know
Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund (CVFF) supports Nigerian shipowners with funding to acquire and maintain vessels under the Cabotage Act, boosting local shipping capacity.
The Significance of Voting Rights for Preference Shareholders in Corporate Governance
Voting rights in corporate governance are key to enabling shareholders’ decisions. This article delves into the implications for preference shareholders in Nigeria.
A Review of the Investment and Securities Act 2025
The Investments and Securities Act 2025 strengthens Nigeria’s capital market with enhanced regulations, investor protection, and market growth initiatives.
Leveraging Technology for Maritime Security: A Solution to Piracy Threats in Nigeria
Piracy threatens Nigeria’s maritime sector, but technology-driven solutions like AI, drones, & satellite tracking can enhance security & curb piracy effectively.
Beyond the Screen: “Gangs of Lagos” Settlement Highlights the Importance of Cultural Sensitivity in Filmmaking
The Gangs of Lagos case highlights the balance between artistic freedom and cultural sensitivity, emphasising the need for respectful and accurate storytelling.
Copyright in Nollywood and Beyond: Lessons from Omoni Oboli’s “Love in Every Word”
Copyright is vital for creators in the digital age. Omoni Oboli’s film dispute highlights the challenges and importance of enforcing copyright in entertainment.
The Use of Alternative Dispute Resolution in Environmental and Community Disputes
Innovative conflict resolution is key to tackling environmental disputes in Africa, where resource exploitation fuels instability, pollution & security challenges.
Environmental Justice Beyond Time Constraints: The FREP Rules and the Enforcement of Human Rights in Nigeria (Part 1)
Explore the complexities of limitation periods in Nigerian oil spill cases and how a rights-based approach can enhance environmental claim enforcement.
The Right to a Safe and Clean Environment with regard to Oil Pollution and Climate Change in Nigeria
Addressing weak enforcement of environmental rights in Nigeria: tackling oil pollution, climate change, and corporate accountability challenges.