Discover how ship mortgage enforcement in Nigeria has evolved under the AJPR 2023, from vessel arrests and judicial sales to…
The recent activation of the Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund (CVFF) marks a significant milestone in the development of Nigeria’s maritime..
On 26 June 2026, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu signed the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) Act 2026 into law, repealing..
Illegal Fishing in Nigeria’s Waters: The Legal Framework, the Enforcement Gaps, and What Must Change
For most of the past decade, the Gulf of Guinea was regarded as one of the most dangerous maritime regions..
In courtrooms across Nigeria, a quiet challenge is emerging. Lawyers are increasingly confronted with AI-Generated evidence they cannot easily verify;..
Every time you connect to Wi-Fi, stream a film, or make a call on your smartphone, you are relying on..
Entertainment contracts must answer a fundamental question: when the unexpected happens, and an event cannot proceed as planned, who bears..
For many litigants, obtaining judgment represents the culmination of years of legal battles. Yet for successful litigants, victory in court..
The Nigerian banking sector is presently undergoing one of the most significant regulatory transformations since the banking consolidation exercise of..
The relationship between a bank and its customer is fundamentally contractual in nature, giving rise to reciprocal rights and obligations..
On 11 June 2026, the largest FIFA World Cup in history kicks off across sixteen cities in the United States,..
Jurisdiction occupies a unique and indispensable position within the administration of justice. It is the legal authority conferred upon a..
As international commerce grows more complex, the legal mechanisms designed to resolve its disputes must evolve in tandem. On 1..
Given the commercial significance of vessels and the substantial financial consequences that accompany their detention, ship arrest has rightly been..
![Proline Soccer Academy Limited V. MTN Uganda Limited, M/s QG Saatchi & Saatchi & FUFA (Uganda) Limited; H.C.C.S No. 317 of 2011 [2024]](https://oal.law/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/OAL-Article-Proline-Football-Academy-Nw-BEJ.jpg.jpeg "Proline Soccer Academy Limited V. MTN Uganda Limited, M/s QG Saatchi & Saatchi & FUFA (Uganda) Limited; H.C.C.S No. 317 of 2011 [2024]")
Factual Background The case of Proline Soccer Academy Limited v MTN Uganda Limited, M/s CQ Saatchi & Saatchi & FUFA..
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is approaching its final stages. Businesses are competing for the attention of the football fans...
Nigeria’s stock market now has the best performance in the world, not just in Africa. According to Bloomberg, the benchmark..
Nigeria’s fuel market is undergoing a major transformation as the Dangote Refinery expands domestic refining capacity and influences fuel supply,..
A content creator turned 40, hired a photographer, and posted the pictures. Weeks later, Ogechi Ukonu – known online as…
The FCCPC investigation into Meta, Google, X and AI platforms has brought Nigeria into the global debate over Big Tech,..
A single medical incident in Nigeria can now cost a hospital tens or even hundreds of millions in claims, regulatory..
By May 2026, a public database run by researcher Damien Charlotin at HEC Paris had logged roughly 1,490 cases in…
Investing in Lagos real estate is changing as the state introduces reforms to simplify property development, improve land administration, reduce..
The Lagos Tenancy Bill 2025 introduces major reforms affecting landlords, tenants, agents and developers, from rent limits and agency fees…
Trademark protection has become increasingly important as the rapid rise of generative artificial intelligence transforms how creative works are produced,..
Why Lagos Can’t Build Enough Homes: The Land Use Act In Nigeria, Dead Capital and the Titling Crisis
The Land Use Act in Nigeria has shaped land ownership for decades, but it has also become one of the..
In early 2026, a landmark ruling by India’s Supreme Court reopened a fierce marital argument that plays out just as..
On 1 July 2026, 7-Eleven walked into a federal court in Texas and sued Nike – one of the biggest..
Trademark due diligence is one of the most important legal steps in protecting a brand, yet it is often overlooked..
Foreign companies doing business in Nigeria have lost billions of dollars, not because they lacked capital or commercial opportunities, but..
OAL hosted its first Maritime Policy Roundtable on de-risking CVFF lending, bringing together banking, insurance and maritime stakeholders to discuss…
The Real Estate Practice Group of Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL), in collaboration with Penuel Prime, Diaspora Heritage Foundation, Jade Allen…
Why Legal Protection Is the Missing Link in Women’s Economic Empowerment As conversations around women’s empowerment gain momentum, one critical..
Unlocking Nigeria’s ₦70 Trillion Maritime Opportunity: OAL Engages the Federal Ministry of Marine & Blue Economy Recently, Olisa Agbakoba Legal..
Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL) is pleased to announce that Beverley Agbakoba-Oyejianya, a valued member of our legal team, a Partner..
On Tuesday, December 16, 2025, our dedicated team, including Managing Partner Yvonne Ezekiel, Associate II Gukongozi Ugwuezi, Associate Anita Oliko,..
30th November, 2025 Mr. Adegboyega Oyetola Honourable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy..
30th Conference of Directors of Land in the Federal and State MDAs | Kano, Nigeria Dr. Kemi Onanuga, Partner..
In a compelling open letter to the Honourable Minister of Finance, Dr. Olisa Agbakoba outlines a transformative 3-point blueprint aimed…
UK Court finds oil pollution may breach Nigeria's right to life, but leaves final ruling to Nigerian courts, OAL’s Dr.…
Midterm assessments of Tinubu’s presidency focus on the economy, but Nigeria’s deeper issue is a flawed political structure that hinders…
Four OAL lawyers are recognised in Mondaq’s Spring 2025 Awards for top legal thought leadership across Sports Law, Employment &…
OAL Senior Partner Dr. Olisa Agbakoba SAN writes to President Tinubu, urging adoption of legal policy as the foundation for…
OAL Senior Partner Dr. Olisa Agbakoba SAN writes to President Tinubu, urging adoption of legal policy as the foundation for…
OAL releases a policy paper outlining a ₦500T economic strategy for Nigeria’s transformation through innovation, reform, and inclusive governance.
The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has issued a final wake-up call on the requirements for company business letters. Starting August..
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has announced an extension of the deadline for filing 2025 Data Protection Compliance Audit..
The Nigeria Maritime Space has witnessed tremendous growth over the last year. The Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, i.e...
Conflict settlement is pivotal to the growth of the football industry in Nigeria as it will encourage more players to…
Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL), through its Associate Partner, Beverley Agbakoba-Onyejianya is pleased to have collaborated with the Sports Industry Working..
Recently, the new Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) was unveiled. Some of the implications and intriguing facts about the..
The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) is the statutory body charged with the administration of the Companies and Allied Matters Act..
On 10th May 2022, the Senate passed the Arbitration and Mediation Bill. This bill shall repeal the Arbitration and Conciliation..
On the 24th of May 2021, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) issued a circular stipulating the requirements for licensing..
26th June 2026 Dr. George Akume, CONSecretary to the Government of the FederationOffice of the Secretary to the Government of..
Nigeria’s electoral framework has been plagued by persistent legal uncertainty, forcing courts to determine election outcomes. This uncertainty stems from..
4th February 2026 Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin Chairman, Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria Dear Rt. Hon. Speaker,..
As a medical negligence legal specialist, I must express grave concern about the recurring incidents of absolutely preventable deaths resulting..
We have followed with interest the ongoing impasse between Dangote Petroleum Refinery and the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory..
Midterm assessments of Tinubu’s presidency focus on the economy, but Nigeria’s deeper issue is a flawed political structure that hinders…
OAL Senior Partner Dr. Olisa Agbakoba SAN writes to President Tinubu, urging adoption of legal policy as the foundation for…
OAL Senior Partner Dr. Olisa Agbakoba SAN writes to President Tinubu, urging adoption of legal policy as the foundation for…
OAL releases a policy paper outlining a ₦500T economic strategy for Nigeria’s transformation through innovation, reform, and inclusive governance.
The UK High Court begins the trial on Nigerian law issues in the Ogale & Bille communities' case against Shell…
Celebrating Nigeria’s National Policy on Arbitration & ADR 2024–2028, a step towards strengthening arbitration and positioning Nigeria as Africa's hub.
OAL hosted the ICC Nigeria ADR & Arbitration Commission Meeting, fostering dialogue on arbitration, ESG and Nigeria's role as Africa's…
Federal Executive Council approves Nigeria's National Policy on Arbitration & ADR (2024–2028), led by Dr. Olisa Agbakoba SAN, to advance…
Dr. Olisa Agbakoba SAN analyzed Nigeria's oil and gas sector at a press conference, highlighting flaws in the Petroleum Industry…
Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL), a leading Nigerian law firm, recently hosted a press conference titled "A Bouquet of Books." The…