When the Nigerian National Assembly enacted the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights Act Cap 10 1983 (the African..
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On 19 May 2026, an Independent Disciplinary Commission constituted under Section 8 of the EFL Regulations 2025/2026 handed down what..
Nigeria stands at the threshold of a transformative economic era as global economies increasingly embrace sustainable maritime based development through..
Commercial dispute resolution in Nigeria is undergoing a quiet but significant transformation. While traditional litigation remains dominant, two concepts are..
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The enforcement of foreign arbitral awards against assets sits at the intersection of international arbitration, domestic procedural law, and judicial..
Nigeria’s FinTech and digital asset ecosystem has moved from rapid innovation into a phase of intensified regulatory scrutiny. Over the..
The 12th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards, held last Sunday in Lagos, once again celebrated the vibrancy, creativity, and continued..
Most Nigerians go about their daily lives without knowing that Nigeria, like an individual with a personal bank account, has..
Arbitration has become a central pillar of dispute resolution in Nigeria’s commercial landscape, driven by party autonomy, confidentiality, procedural flexibility,..
The recent judgment of the Federal High Court of Nigeria in Lifebridge Medical Diagnostic Centre Ltd v. FCCPC (Suit No...
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Factual Background The case of Radio Africa Limited v Standard Group PLC & Another arose from an earlier judgment delivered..
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..
In Nigeria, a cross-border contract not only creates enormous commercial opportunities, but it also exposes foreign companies to legal risks..
Buying property in Nigeria is one of the most rewarding financial decisions you can make, but only if you carry..
The Costly Difference Exposed by the Dr. Tosin Ajayi Estate Battle The case of Dr. Tosin Ajayi and his wife,..
Picture a couple who spent twelve years building a successful business together. Then the marriage ends, and suddenly they are..
Every time an app instantly approves or declines your loan, a machine has silently made a decision about you. It..
As a business owner in Nigeria, the process of growing a company often means focusing on winning customers, expanding rapidly,..
Startup founders spend years building products. They obsess over customers, funding, growth, and scaling. Yet, many overlook how a single..
Few words spark as much anxiety in Nigeria as Sharia Law in Nigeria. And for many Nigerians, especially non-Muslims, this..
Data Protection, Cybersecurity & Social Media Laws in Nigeria have become critical areas of compliance as organisations rely more heavily..
Nigeria’s real estate market has long been a lucrative industry, with billions of naira flowing in each year. In 2026,..
Registering a foreign-owned company in Nigeria is far more than a filing exercise with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC). It..
Maritime debt recovery in Nigeria is challenging, particularly because the assets securing those debts are rarely stationary. In fact, attempting..
When you search for “leading law firms in Nigeria” “top law firms in Lagos” or “best law firms in Africa,”..
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…
Strategies to Unlock Non-Tax Revenues in Nigeria: Nigeria confronts significant revenue difficulties, notably evidenced by the N10.78 trillion budget deficit…
Strategies to Unlock Non-Tax Revenues in Nigeria: Nigeria confronts significant revenue difficulties, notably evidenced by the N10.78 trillion budget deficit…
The theme for World Space Week 2023 is “Space and Entrepreneurship”. It recognizes the growing significance of the commercial space…
Strategies to Unlock Non-Tax Revenues in Nigeria: Nigeria confronts significant revenue difficulties, notably evidenced by the N10.78 trillion budget deficit…
The theme for World Space Week 2023 is “Space and Entrepreneurship”. It recognizes the growing significance of the commercial space…
The OAL Sports Business Development Summit of May 2023 witnessed engaging panel sessions, insightful keynote presentations, and fruitful networking opportunities.
The Maritime Practice Group of Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL), a leading maritime law firm in Nigeria with over 45 years…
Arbitration remains the top dispute resolution method in Africa, with arbitrators advocating for the country to become a hub for…
Arbitration remains the top dispute resolution method in Africa, with arbitrators advocating for the country to become a hub for…
The theme for World Space Week 2023 is “Space and Entrepreneurship”. It recognizes the growing significance of the commercial space…
Strategies to Unlock Non-Tax Revenues in Nigeria: Nigeria confronts significant revenue difficulties, notably evidenced by the N10.78 trillion budget deficit…
The OAL Sports Business Development Summit of May 2023 witnessed engaging panel sessions, insightful keynote presentations, and fruitful networking opportunities.
The Maritime Practice Group of Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL), a leading maritime law firm in Nigeria with over 45 years…
Arbitration remains the top dispute resolution method in Africa, with arbitrators advocating for the country to become a hub for…
Arbitration remains the top dispute resolution method in Africa, with arbitrators advocating for the country to become a hub for…
The OAL Sports, Entertainment & Technology Group is excited to Introduce Pulse Sports Nigeria as Media Partner for OAL Sports..
Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL) is delighted to have advised the Federal Ministry of Justice on the National Policy on Arbitration..
Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL) is thrilled to announce its partnership with Founder Institute Lagos, a global startup accelerator and entrepreneurial..
Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL) has taken a significant step towards advancing the space sector and knowledge in Nigeria with the..
The tension around the call for an interim government is that the presidential election petition may not conclude before the..
It is shocking to learn from the Department of State Security that secret plans are underway to undermine Nigeria’s democratic..
The 2023 Presidential and National Assembly elections have just been concluded. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared the..
Bothered by the way most corporations operate space objects illegally in the country, former President of Nigeria Bar Association, NBA,..
Dr Agbakoba said he worried there can be multiple interpretations of section 134 of the 1999 Constitution, which prescribed the..