With the increased access to social media and the internet as a whole, has come a new set of offences like cyberstalking, identity theft, cyberbullying, hacking etc. One of the…
Recent developments in the Nigerian music industry especially in relation to the circumstances surrounding the death of Mohbad, a Nigerian music artiste and songwriter who was formerly signed under Marlian…
Holding property in trust is a strategic and responsible approach to passing on assets to a minor. This legal arrangement ensures that a trusted individual, known as the trustee, manages…
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) serve as a potent strategy for businesses aiming to broaden their reach, access new markets, and realize economies of scale. Yet, it’s crucial to acknowledge that…
Investors often find themselves at a crossroads when deciding between ordinary shares and preferred shares, facing what can be termed “The Investors’ Dilemma.” These two distinct classes of shares represent…
On Monday, November 14th, 2022, the Nigerian media was abuzz with news of the arrest and arraignment of the crew of the vessel MT Heroic Idun. This development came at…
The African Continental Free Trade (AfCFTA) Agreement holds immense promise for the future of Africa. By encouraging intra-African trade and economic cooperation, it has the potential to transform the continent…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has officially embraced a free float policy for the naira. This move signifies that the government or monetary authority, such as the CBN, will…
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force in various sectors, and one area where it has shown immense promise is cybersecurity. The rapidly evolving cyber threat landscape demands…
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has ushered in a new era of possibilities, propelling innovation and reshaping various industries. However, with its increasing accessibility and sophistication, AI has also become a double-edged…
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) offers a transformative solution to the limitations of traditional litigation. In an era of rapidly advancing technology, the importance of efficient and timely dispute resolution mechanisms…
To navigate the complex landscape of employment law in Nigeria, It is crucial for employees in Nigeria to be aware of their rights and obligations. Carefully reviewing employment contracts to…
The Saskatchewan Court’s decision in South West Terminal Ltd. v Achter Land marks a significant milestone in the recognition of emojis as a valid form of communication in contract law.
Olisa Agbakoba Legal influenced Nigeria’s National Policy on Arbitration and Alternative Dispute Resolution 2023, promoting Nigeria’s role as an attractive arbitration hub while protecting national interests.
Chat GPT (Chat Generative Pre-Trained Transformer) is a cutting-edge chatbot powered by OpenAI and introduced to the world in November 2022. It has garnered significant acclaim and is considered a…
There are different arrangements as it relates to employment. It is important to understand the different types of employment statuses that exist, and the differences in obligations for employers and…
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 of existence and the brain behind the Coastal and Inland…
Arbitration remains the top dispute resolution method in Africa, with arbitrators advocating for the country to become a hub for international arbitration. The International Commercial Court (ICC) facilitates efficient trade…
Arbitration remains the top dispute resolution method in Africa, with arbitrators advocating for the country to become a hub for international arbitration. The International Commercial Court (ICC) facilitates efficient trade…
On June 14, 2023, the Central Bank of Nigeria issued a press release announcing significant changes to the foreign exchange market, which is believed to be in line with President…
On the 14th of June 2023, President Bola Tinubu signed into law, the Nigeria Data Protection Act, 2023. The objective of the Act, amongst others, is to safeguard the fundamental…
The Student Loan Bill was sponsored by the former speaker of the 9th House of Representatives Femi Gbajabiamila. Nigerian President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu recently signed the student loan bill into…
The Nigeria Data Protection Regulation 2019 (NDPR) mandates organizations handling personal data to undergo a data protection audit conducted by a Data Protection Compliance Organization (DPCO) like Olisa Agbakoba Legal…
On February 14, 2023, the Business Facilitation Act, 2023 (BFA) was signed into law by President Muhammadu Buhari. As part of the BFA, Section 14 amended sections 275 (1) and…
Olisa Agbakoba, the esteemed Founder and Senior Partner of Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL), who is also one of Nigeria’s most esteemed legal minds, recently celebrated his 70th birthday, a remarkable…
Mediation offers a unique opportunity for parties involved in a dispute to move away from the sidelines and take control of their own destinies. With its confidentiality and flexibility, mediation…
A contract of affreightment is an agreement between a charterer and a ship owner where the ship owner agrees to transport a specific number of goods for the charterer at…
The case of Anne Chioma Njemanze and Zeb Ejiro over the trademark registration application for “DOMITILLA” in Class 41 is an example of bad faith registration of trademarks. In this…
ARBITRATION is an alternative or effective way of resolving disputes outside of court through an independent and where one or more neutral third-party decision maker otherwise known as an arbitrator…
THE 2023 GENERAL ELECTIONS The 2023 general elections were conducted within the framework of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (as amended) and Electoral Act 2022. As…
Over two months ago, Nigeria’s largest and West Africa’s biggest seaport, the Lekki Deep Sea Port, located at the centre of the Lagos Free Zone, was commissioned by the President…
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has rapidly grown in recent years, becoming an integral part of everyday life. However, despite the many benefits of AI, the technology also poses significant risks and…
President Muhammed Buhari on 17th March 2023 signed/assented to the Copyright Act 2022 thereby repealing the Copyright Act LFN 2004. The new Copyright Act 2022 aims to facilitate Nigeria’s compliance…
The OAL Sports, Entertainment & Technology Group is excited to Introduce Pulse Sports Nigeria as Media Partner for OAL Sports Business and Development Summit 2023. The summit is scheduled to…
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a transformative technology that has revolutionized various sectors, including healthcare, transportation, finance, education, and manufacturing. AI is also a vital tool for economic development, and countries…
Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL) is delighted to have advised the Federal Ministry of Justice on the National Policy on Arbitration and Alternative Dispute Resolution, 2023. The policy aims to establish…
Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL) is thrilled to announce its partnership with Founder Institute Lagos, a global startup accelerator and entrepreneurial training program, to provide comprehensive legal support to startups and…
Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL) has taken a significant step towards advancing the space sector and knowledge in Nigeria with the launch of a new book titled “OAL Compendium of Space…
The Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR) 2019 places responsibilities on organisations that handle personal data, including SMEs and startups. Additionally, customers value data protection, and having the support of a…
The tension around the call for an interim government is that the presidential election petition may not conclude before the inauguration of a new president on May 29, 2023. But…
Attention all organizations processing personal data in Nigeria! The Nigeria Data Protection Bureau (NDPB) has extended the deadline for filing the 2023 Data Protection audit report to 30th June 2023.…
It is shocking to learn from the Department of State Security that secret plans are underway to undermine Nigeria’s democratic process and transition, by arrangements of what is described as…
Every business, private limited company, and trustee organisation in Nigeria is required to file annual returns on a yearly basis. To do so, they must complete the prescribed form, submit…
On the 14th February 2023, the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari GCFR, assented to the Business Facilitation (Miscellaneous Provision) Act (“the Act”) 2023. This Act is…
It is estimated that about 92 million of the over 200 million people, that make up the entire population of Nigeria have no access to electricity. Where access to electricity…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) conducted the Presidential and National Assembly Elections and has declared Bola Ahmed Tinubu the President-Elect. The declaration has since been rejected by his opponents…
The possible outcome of the presidential election and the possibility of any candidate being declared the winner in consideration of Section 134(2) of the Constitution has sparked a lot of…
The 2023 Presidential and National Assembly elections have just been concluded. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared the winner of the Presidential Election. Results from the National Assembly…
The life of a startup revolves around evolution, the ability to pivot and adapt to the ever-changing technological landscape. This agility, while necessary for survival, is the perfect breeding ground…
In today’s global corporate environment, there is hardly any business industry today you can find which does not require written or documented contracts. Written contracts guide the legal expectations and…
It is no longer news that the Gubernatorial Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Abia State Professor Ikonne is dead, this has been confirmed by his family and…
The Federal Inland Revenue Service is the agency created by the Government to access, collect and account for taxes across various sectors in Nigeria, one of this sectors is Shipping…
Bothered by the way most corporations operate space objects illegally in the country, former President of Nigeria Bar Association, NBA, Dr Olisa Agbakoba, penned an open letter to the Honourable…
With less than one month to the general elections scheduled to hold on February 25, the decision of the Osun State Election Petitions Tribunal nullifying the July 16 governorship election,…
Law firm marketing in Nigeria has been quite challenging, especially when it comes to complying with Rule 39 of the Rules of Professional Conduct (RPC) as enacted by the General…
Data is fueling and leveraging an increasing number of businesses and industries. You would probably have heard the expression “data is the new oil.” The director of WIPO Director General…
President Mohammadu Buhari at his inaugural meeting with the National Space Council designated the National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA) as Nigeria’s premier space agency and directed all space…
The Admiralty Jurisdiction Act widens the scope of the Federal High Court in relation to the arrest of ships. This widened scope affects the ship arrest provisions. Under the Act,…
The early stage of every business is usually one of the most critical phases for most startup founders/business entrepreneurs. Aside from sourcing for capital, testing and developing a minimum viable…
Dr Agbakoba said he worried there can be multiple interpretations of section 134 of the 1999 Constitution, which prescribed the requirements to be met by a presidential candidate to become…
Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL) congratulates the Nigerian Government on signing the Artemis Accord. The Artemis Accord is very important to space development as it sets guidelines for countries engaged in…
SOLUTIONS Part 2 of this article sets out possible solutions to the challenges confronting Presidential candidates in the 2023 elections. They shall be discussed in the following order. UNITY, ORDER,…
For a successful debt recovery in Nigeria one must follow the steps or procedure provided by relevant laws in Nigeria. As far as man and his endeavours are concerned, debtors…
Intellectual property (IP) is a fundamental asset of any business irrespective of the sector. It is essential to protect your corporate intellectual property in order to retain a competitive edge…
A non-disclosure agreement (NDA) just like any other contract is legally binding. However, NDAs specifically establish a confidential relationship between parties. The party or parties signing the agreement agree that…
FIFA’s Role in World Football Dispute Resolution – FIFA World Cup 2022 For the duration of the games, a temporary court will be set up to resolve disputes surrounding…
The FIFA World Cup tournament is one of the most iconic football competitions in the world, reaching and inspiring fans all across the world. The FIFA World Cup top-tier event…
Nigeria is in an extremely fragile state. Available indices show characteristics of a failing state. There are conflicts and agitations everywhere, feelings of marginalization and exclusion, a rise in political…
Ahead of the 2023 general elections, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Dr Olisa Agbakoba SAN, has said Nigeria has never been this disunited. He added that the next president of…
A former President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Dr Olisa Agbakoba (SAN), has labelled the country’s constitution as illegitimate and responsible for the country’s disunity, poverty and other vices.…
A human rights activist and former President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Chief Olisa Agbakoba, has said that Nigeria needs a president that would address the challenges facing the…
Former President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Dr Olisa Agbakoba (SAN), has charged presidential candidates of all the political parties in the 2023 General Elections to be specific on…
FORMER President of Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, Dr. Olisa Agbakoba, SAN, has identified insecurity, poverty, unemployment, ailing economy, disunity, restructuring and legitimate constitution as some of the major challenges the…
The Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL) has announced the presentation of its Policy Report 2022, titled, ‘Big Issues for the 2023 General Election.’ In a statement sent to BusinessDay, Niyi Odunmorayo,…
The Doctrine of Hot Pursuit: Was Nigeria Right in the Repatriation And Arraignment Of Rogue Vessel(Mt Heroic Idun)? The Nigerian media space went agog on Monday the 14th of November,…
The right to property is central to human existence and it is a fundamental pillar of all democratic societies. The rights of every citizen of Nigeria to own movable or…
The role of a company secretary is different from the layman function of just a simple clerical or secretarial officer or a secretary in the traditional sense. A company secretary…
What is an influencer Agreement? An Influencer Agreement is a contract in which a party is contracted to market or promote the products or services of a particular brand through…
One great way of expanding one’s business is to establish it in other countries like Nigeria, but why foreign direct investments in Nigeria? Nigeria is the most populous African nation,…
50 Years of Civil Practice in the Federal High Court of Nigeria The Federal High Court succeeded the Federal Revenue Court which came into being in 1973. During…
Nigeria’s court procedural landscape is sluggish and inefficient and needs Reform For decades, civil litigation in Nigeria has been besmirched by leprous devices, seemingly concocted to defeat the ends…
Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL), through its Associate Partner, Beverley Agbakoba-Onyejianya is pleased to have collaborated with the Sports Industry Working Group (SIWG) comprising the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG), the…
This Article discusses the issues surrounding Federal Government Land, the payment of Ground Rent and the perfection of Land Title to Lands vested in the Federal Government of Nigeria looking…
The creative industry in Nigeria has turned what is often considered ‘informal work’ into a hub for exporting Nigeria’s culture with a revenue of about 4.5 billion dollars[1] Creative performers…
Had Olisa Agbakoba’s father not plotted with a late Nigerian Army general to trick him into studying Law at the University, he would have ended up as either a soldier…
The disruption in technology has given rise to the adoption of new and improved technologies, creating a widely accepted medium of exchange and investment all over the world. These technologies…
Retrospective operation of Statute is an application of the law to actions, which existed prior to the enactment of the said law. That is, such laws change or alter the…
This short article gives a basic insight into what every budding artiste should know about their Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) in music, it is also for anyone interested in the…
Bank loans are a very valuable tool for the growth and sustainability of businesses in Nigeria; particularly since we are not exactly a credit-oriented society. It is important to understand…
A ship charterer is a person or company who enters into an agreement with a ship owner for the hire of a ship either for the carriage of passengers or…
A Bill of Lading is an instrument in writing, signed by a carrier or his agent, describing the freight so as to identify it, stating the name of the consignor,…
FIFA has a long history of regulating players’ and agents’ relationships going back about 3 decades. The last comprehensive system for agents was promulgated in 2008 and required that all…
Relocation or emigration to a new country can seem daunting even though exciting because of the amount of administration and paperwork involved. As part of the immigration requirements, high chances…
Skit Maker Carter Efe teamed up with upcoming act Berri Tiga to release the very catchy song “Machala” produced by ‘X’ as a reference to the Nigerian superstar Wizkid, who…
World Space Week is a week dedicated to celebrating the contributions of space science and technology to the betterment of the human condition. It is observed annually from the 4th…
Common Legal Mistakes Made by Startups (Part One) Though this article is written with experienced founders or promoters of startups in mind, it is also for those with little or…
The National Pension Commission (PENCOM) on Friday 23rd, September 2022 issued guidelines for workers to obtain a mortgage by accessing their retirement savings account (RSA). With this development, you can…
In modern times, litigation which has hitherto been the principal method of resolving commercial disputes is now being complemented by other methods of dispute resolution. Owing to the emergence of…
The Position of the Law on Election Funding Viz-A-Viz Crowd Funding in Nigeria
INTRODUCTION Aviation is one of the most fascinating industries in the world. It is a means of transportation that connects people, cultures, and businesses across continents. It also facilitates international…
Environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) refers to the set of standards measuring a business’ impact on the environment, and society as well as how transparent and accountable it is.…
Space policy is the political decision-making process for and application of a state’s public policy regarding space flights and uses of outer space, for civil and military purposes. It sets…
The way software is used, designed, sold, and marketed raises different types of copyright challenges. Software Copyright is the legal right belonging to software developers/owners to copy and distribute their…
Recently, the new Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) was unveiled. Some of the implications and intriguing facts about the Petroleum Industry Act (“PIA”) 2021 are being highlighted. A DIFFERENT…
0. Introduction The electoral process of a state goes a long way in the determination of governance in the given state. The electoral process is an ideal and integral part…
The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) is the statutory body charged with the administration of the Companies and Allied Matters Act (the Act) which includes the regulation and supervision of the…
Recently, the issue of clearance came into play when two artists: Goya Menor and Nektunez sampled the 1996 song, Ameno by E.R.A which became popular in the Nigerian music circle…
A cooperative effort by Nigeria’s tech startup sector and the Presidency, the Nigeria Startup Bill project aims to harness the potential of our digital economy through jointly developed rules. The…
For over 50 years developed countries such as the USA and the former Soviet Union have led the world’s space exploration industry. However, fast-forward to the 21st century, with information…
The Space Law Practice Group of Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL), a part of the OAL Public Sector Practice Group, will on Wednesday host a webinar on Unlocking space opportunities in…
Defamation, in law, is the act of communicating false statements about a person that result in damage to that person’s reputation. A defamatory statement is one which tends to lower…
Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL) has elevated Beverley Agbakoba – Onyejianya as a partner, Collins Okeke and Chinedu Nneke as Associate Partners with effect from June 2, 2022. Others elevated as…
On 10th May 2022, the Senate passed the Arbitration and Mediation Bill. This bill shall repeal the Arbitration and Conciliation Act LFN 2004. Some of the key provisions of the…
The Director General of the National Space Research and Development Agency, NASRDA, Dr. Halilu Ahmad Shaba has called on legal practitioners within the Agency, in attendance is Olisa Agbakoba Legal…
INTRODUCTION The business world is a confusing and oftentimes dangerous place. This explains why business laws and regulations are made to protect business stakeholders. Without business laws and regulations, consumers will…
The story surrounding the trademark infringement posted by popular IG comedian and Skit Maker ‘Sabinus’ broke on Monday, 30th May, 2022. Sabinus is suing popular milk brand “Peak Milk” for…
It is important to restate the constitutional powers of INEC as the ultimate regulator of the electoral process. The reminder is necessary because INEC appears to have forgotten the powers…
As Nigeria’s military ruler, Olusegun Obasanjo, who retired from the army as Head of State and a four-star General on the last day of September 1979, established what he later…
INTRODUCTION For many years the Judiciary in Nigeria has suffered neglect, mostly because it is dependent on the Executive for its funding despite constitutional provisions that guarantee financial autonomy to…
Beverley Agbakoba-Onyejianya, a regulatory, compliance and professional sport lawyer has called for more investment in sport infrastructures and qualified professionals appointed into sporting positions across Nigeria to help discover hidden…
The maritime team of Olisa Agbakoba Legal embarked on a maritime tour to kirikiri deep blue project & its environs, Naval dockyard and Tarkwa bay. This tour was a great…
On 9th of May 2022, Dr. Olisa Agbakoba (SAN), the Senior Partner of OAL wrote to Senator Hadi Sirika, Hon. Minister of Aviation on supporting indegenious Airline Operators. His letter…
Former President Goodluck Jonathan is eligible to run for the office of President.
The National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with a law firm, Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL), on the regulation and licensing of space activities.…
CURRENT SPACE DEVELOPMENTS IN NIGERIA Space exploration used to be a luxurious means of technological and technical might for the United States of America and the defunct Soviet Union until…
Why do we celebrate IP every year? The World Intellectual Property Day was established by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). This event is celebrated every year to educate and…
INTRODUCTION Over the past few decades, there have been considerable changes to the space establishment. The activities associated with the use and exploration of outer space have significantly shifted from…
Space exploration used to be a luxurious means of technological and technical might for the United States of America and the defunct Soviet Union until other developed nations realized the…
Dr. Olisa Agbakoba, a former president of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), has said that lack of space law in Nigeria has deprived the country of huge revenue opportunities. Agbakoba…
A group of lawyers with common interest in space law and related fields, led by a former President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Dr. Olisa Agbakoba (SAN) has launched…
The world has watched the tragic events unfold in Ukraine and the slew of economic sanctions as well as the digital embargo on Russia following its attack on Ukraine. In…
Nigeria’s position as the number one destination for startups in Africa has been sealed in recent years. According to Nairametrics, Nigerian startups have collectively raised a sum of $1.65 billion…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) was established in 2003 in response to the pressure from the Financial Action Task Force on Money Laundering (FATF), which named Nigeria amongst…
Based on statistics, around 66% of people in Nigeria have made a bet on a sporting event at least once in their lives. That is a significant amount of gambling.…
In the aftermath of AFCON, Legal Business Day sits with Beverley Agbakoba-Onyejianya, the head of Olisa Agbakoba Legal’s Sports, Entertainment, and Technology Practice Group, to discuss the dynamics of Nigerian sports law.…
Nigeria is facing enormous economic challenges and needs massive revenue to meet existing obligations. The population is outgrowing the economy and critical steps are necessary to deal with revenue failure.…
Patent registration in Nigeria confers an exclusive right on the holder for a period of 20 years; the right to exclude others from making, using, or selling an invention in…
According to Taylor Lorenz’s report for The Atlantic, the term creator was originally marketed by YouTube, as an alternative to “YouTube star,” which was a time when only a few…
The African Cup of Nations (AFCON) has been held every two years since 1957, making it older than the corresponding Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) which was first hosted…
The former president of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Dr. Olisa Agbakoba (SAN), has declared that the maritime industry in Nigeria is not generating enough revenue for the government. According…
Space law, if harnessed, can contribute at least three per cent to Nigeria’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP), a former Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) President Dr Olisa Agbakoba (SAN) has said.…
There has been a rapid growth and expansion of start-up activity in Nigeria particularly in the Tech industry. Based on a report by the FDI Intelligence, a specialist division of…
At the dawn of the current year, 2022, many companies took stock of the business environment and what they need to stay afloat in the changing times brought about by…
The President, through a letter dated 13 December, 2021 read at the Senate by the Senate President on 21 December, 2021 communicated his decision to withhold assent to the Electoral…
Dr. Olisa Agbakoba has been appointed to the “Anambra 2022 Governorship Transition Committee” by Anambra Governor-Elect, Prof. Charles Soludo. The Anambra 2022 Governorship Transition Committee is an 80-member committee formed…
This article seeks to provide answers to frequently asked questions about aircraft registration in Nigeria. Tell us a bit about the Jurisdiction? Nigeria, commonly known as the Federal Republic…
This issue is important because the National Assembly always seems to usurp the powers of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to regulate election details such as the date and…
On 4th of January 2022, Dr. Olisa Agbakoba (SAN), the Senior Partner of OAL wrote to Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) concerning the Electoral Act (Amendment Bill) 2021. His letter…
As published by the Ships and Ports Nigeria, Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL) said it has concluded arrangements to start arresting foreign ships that flout Nigeria’s Coastal and Inland Shipping Act…
Olisa Agbakoba Legal held its implementation forum on Cabotage with Maritime Stakeholders in attendance.This hybrid meeting shows the resolve of the attendees to actively participate in the Maritime sector and…
Unlike marriage, getting divorce (“Decree of Dissolution”) in Nigeria, is no walk in the park. The process can be overwhelming, frustrating and sometimes messy if not properly managed. Courts are…
Since the legalization of sports betting in Nigeria, it became a legitimate form of entertainment that the general public embraced and while well-intentioned sportsbooks began to appear in greater numbers…
For many years, cybercrime has been on the Nigerian policy plans. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offenses Commission (ICPC), the State…
There are a number of criticisms leveled at cryptocurrencies in Nigeria, the most common is the link to criminal activities associated with its use. Unfortunately for law enforcement agencies, cryptocurrencies…
Financial technology (Fintech) providers have become an integral part of the financial services sector, creating a wide range of products and services, which have made money management easier and faster.…
We received a letter from Banwo & Ighodalo, Solicitors to Premier Specialists’ Medical Centre (Premier Hospital) concerning two publications we made in our social media platforms in relation to the…
So you are thinking of licensing your content for profit. Great. You have just stumbled on the guide for your next steps. In this article, we will consider what content…
The enforcement of judgments, particularly in Nigeria is an important step in any matter brought before a Court for resolution. Where a party has judgment delivered in his favor by…
In Garnishee proceeding, securing the consent of the Attorney General amongst lawyers and litigants for enforcement of monetary judgment in the custody of a public officer has become a mirage…
We are pleased to announce that our Associate Partner/Head – Sports, Entertainment and Technology Practice, Beverley Agbakoba-Onyejianya has been recognized by Who’s Who Legal as a “Global Leader” and “Recommended…
Immigration is generally the process through which individuals become permanent residents or citizens of another country. Historically, the process of immigration has been of great social, economic, and cultural benefit…
Bank loans are a very valuable tool for the growth and sustainability of businesses in Nigeria; particularly since we are not exactly a credit-oriented society. It is important to understand…
Venture capital firms in Nigeria are gradually becoming a regular part of the startup conversation. In the last 3 years, we have witnessed an increased activity of local and international…
The Federal Government recently raised alarm over the use of “deepfake news to target the Nigeria government and its officials. According to the report, fake news has gotten worse by…
Generally, Intellectual Property (“IP”) covers products of intellectual creations. However, it can also mean a generic term that describes creations of the intellect concerning which the law ascribes the exclusive…
Nigerians are becoming well-known for their involvement in dating or romance scams. Scammers prey on those looking for love connections, generally through dating websites, apps, or social media, by posing…
The pandemic of the coronavirus (COVID-19) has impacted the delivery of legal services in Nigeria. For cyber-criminals and fraudsters, these shifts have created an opportunity as they increasingly take advantage…
Ransomware is a serious threat to businesses, and it is getting worse. While individuals were struggling to deal with ransomware attacks, fraudsters went one step further and started offering ransomware-as-a-service…
The “dark web” is a hidden internet world where good and evil coexist. On the bright side, the dark web enables anonymous, highly secure communication routes to protect reform agents…
There has been an increase in the use of Arbitration process in Nigeria to resolve complex commercial disputes. The resurgence in the use of arbitration process in Nigeria is as…
While banks and other financial institutions are prohibited from dealing in cryptocurrencies in Nigeria, cryptocurrency has not been termed illegal, but it is unregulated. Engaging in cryptocurrency transactions does not…
With the growth of various forms of cryptocurrencies and their increasing value, cybercriminals are fast moving their focus from ransomware to cryptojacking due to the reduced risk and larger possibility…
According to recent findings, businesses with less than 200 employees lose an average of $2.5 million each due to cyber threats and Nigerian SMEs are currently highly subjected to cyber-attack.…
The disruption of robo-advisors in Nigeria as new market players in the financial sector is posing new issues for regulators in the short term. As a result, it is vital…
Due diligence is the level of care or judgment exercised prior to establishing a commercial relationship. It is a process that involves collecting, understanding and assessing all legal risk, associated…
Lionel Messi Bids Adieu To Barca, Bonjour PSG: The global sports news airwaves have been dominated by the news of the recent move of Argentine Superstar, Lionel Messi fromF.C Barcelona…
Illegal police arrest and detention of a suspect/defendant in Nigeria can be effectively tackled by a broad and extensive enlightenment of citizens by National Human Rights Commission, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGO’s)…
More than 400,000 people die globally from murder or culpable homicide each year. In Nigeria, murder, culpable homicide and attempt to murder are becoming alarmingly prevalent, generating public interest in…
For far too long, you’ve already heard of people forming foreign companies in Nigeria to take advantage of tax benefits. The process of setting up an offshore company in Nigeria…
Annual general meetings (AGMs) are integral components of corporate governance in Nigeria. Words like resolutions, proxies, votes, shares, directors and investors though synonymous with the Annual General Meeting (AGM) have…
Fostering effective credit administration in Nigeria to encourage proper credit management development was one of the reasons for the establishment of the General Assembly of Banks’ Chief Executives (GABCE) in…
Startup Acts are Africa’s next frontier of policy innovation. If implemented in Nigeria, Startup Acts could catalyze positive change in the broader business environment by increasing local support for entrepreneurs…
Investment treaty arbitration in Nigeria involves the settlement of the claim of a foreign investor against Nigeria for alleged breaches of investor protections contained in a bilateral (concluded between two…
In most B2B transactions in Nigeria, there is always the possibility that certain clients will not pay their bills on time, and as a business owner, you can reduce the…
Nigerians have become cyber-creatures, spending a significant amount of time online. As the digital world expands, so does cybercrime in Nigeria. The necessity to combat these seemingly uncontrollable phenomena gave…
The Evolution of Corporate Governance in Nigeria. The Nigerian corporate sector has undergone different phases in its effort to develop and redefine the corporate landscape so as to inculcate good…
To understand Garnishee Proceedings in Nigeria, you need to bear in mind that there must be a judgment of a “Court of competent jurisdiction” which enables a successful judgment creditor…
When someone is requested to write a will in Nigeria, there is always a misperception. In reality, the issue of writing a will in Nigeria does not indicate that death…
To plan inheritance in Nigeria, you need to critically think about who you want to leave the inheritance for, what inheritance you want to leave, and how you want to…
The Anti-Torture Act 2017 was passed by the 8th National Assembly and signed into law by President Mohammadu Buhari on 29th December 2017. Prior to the coming into effect of…
Whistleblowing is a very effective but still under utilised as a corporate governance tool in Nigeria. Whistleblowing serves many purposes, the most commonplace being that it allows the general public…
In Nigeria, where at least six out of ten persons own a business or a product, the importance of registering a trademark cannot be overstated. A trademark is simply a…
Despite efforts by the Nigerian government to address the issues of people dying from gunshot wounds by signing into law the Compulsory Treatment and Care for Victims of Gunshot Act…
Setting up a trust fund is one of many options for transferring money, property, and other assets to family members or charity causes. It’s difficult to know whether or not to…
Why Do I Need to Know How to Seek Redress for Human Rights Violations in Nigeria? Nigeria has witnessed an increase in Human Rights violations such as unlawful and arbitrary…
The Pension Reform Act (“the PRA” or “the Act”) was first enacted in 2004 and reenacted in 2014. Among many other provisions, the PRA makes Group Life Insurance compulsory for…
On the 24th of May 2021, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) issued a circular stipulating the requirements for licensing of Payment Services Providers (PSP). The circular comprehensively highlights the…
OAL is pleased to announce its Startup Growth Capsule, an exciting legal and business accelerator initiative of its Sports, Entertainment and Technology (SET) practice group. The program which began in…
Broadcasting rights (also known as media rights) are legal rights which a broadcasting organisation owns and negotiates for the purpose of commercial exploitation. In sports, copyright and related rights,…
The family of the late Peju Ugboma, supported by friends, colleagues and their lawyers, held a Media briefing on the painful loss of their wife, sister, Aunt, daughter, on Tuesday…
Thinking about How to sue someone in Nigeria? Generally, instituting an action against a person in Nigeria can be straightforward. However, it is advisable that other modes of settling disputes…
A company incorporated in Nigeria can be sued in its name. This ability to be sued stems from the corporate principle of “corporate legal personality” which suggest that upon incorporation,…
What Does a Startup Lawyer Do? Before we dive into what a startup lawyer really does, it is essential to first of consider what a ‘startup’ is, the legal needs…
In Nigeria, document authentication entails the procedure of certifying documents, while document legalization entails the certification of a document that has already been authenticated at the embassy or mission of…
What is a Simple Agreement For Future Equity (SAFE)? ‘SAFE’ stands for Simple Agreement for Equity Finance. It is a relatively new type of contract created by the American seed…
Private equity firms can not only provide investment but are able to reshape organisations in a way that will financially benefit them due to their vast commercial expertise. This is…
Breaking News! OAL ‘s Website Has Been Redesigned! We are pleased to announce the launch of our redesigned Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL) website. It’s finally arrived! Olisa Agbakoba Legal…
Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL), last Thursday, announced the appointment of Mrs Yvonne Ezekiel as its new Managing Partner, and unveiled a rebranded platform and its innovative strategy to create a…
Funding Maritime Asset Acquisition For Nigerian Indigenous Operators – written by Joseph B. Siyaidon (Associate – Maritime, Aviation and Space Practice) President Mohammadu has ordered the disbursement of the Cabotage…
Grassroots Football Financing – A Review of FIFA Training Compensation and Solidarity Payments – Written By Beverley Agbakoba-Onyejianaya (Associate Partner/Head – Sports, Entertainment and Tech Practice) Football clubs play a…
Intellectual Property Rights in Film Making: Exploring Life Stories & Biopics – By Beverley Agbakoba-Onyejianya (Partner/Head – Sports, Entertainment & Tech Practice) & Ginika Ikechukwu (Associate – Sports, Entertainment and…
Using Artworks in Creative Projects – The Legal Position Explained – By Beverley Agbakoba-Onyejianya (Partner, Head- Sports, Entertainment and Technology Practice) & Ginika Ikechukwu Are you an art collector or…
On account of our colonial experience, the courts have been the main forum for the resolution of disputes in Nigeria. However, due to the exigencies of commercial transactions and the…
Intellectual Property and Economic Growth in Africa – Harnessing IP As a Development Tool Intellectual Property (“IP”) is arguably a well known legal terminology, but unsurprisingly its meaning and significance…
Nigeria, Sixty Years Of Self-governance – The Lingering Challenge Of Structure The Creation of the Structure The geo-political entity now known as Nigeria was structured into existence in 1914 by…
The Growing Demand for a Democratic System of Local Government in Nigeria The Local Government is the closest level of government to the people in Nigeria. The Nigerian Constitution in…
Arbitral Awards As Sovereign Debt Risks: Impact of P&ID and EURAFIC Cases Background Deriving from the sovereignty principle, sovereign debt literary refers to how much a country’s government owes. Often…
Debt Recovery Strategies in Nigeria: A Guide for Banks and Other Business Entities It is not unusual for banks and other financial institutions in the business of advancing loans for…
Nigeria’s Economic Challenges: Practical Solutions and Suggestions – Olisa Agbakoba Legal It is evident now that the oil price shock was the main contributing factor causing the downward spiral in…
Nigeria’s Electoral Processes and Institutions Rebuilding: A Case For the Implementation of the Justice Uwais Report THE 2019 GENERAL ELECTIONS The 2019 general elections were conducted on the framework of…
Can Cooperative Federalism Work in Nigeria? – A publication of Olisa Agbakoba Legal Nigeria is a country of so many ethnic nationalities and so has been striving to evolve a…
The Doctrine of Hot Pursuit – Where, How, and When Can I Arrest an Escaping Ship? by Olisa Agbakoba Legal Two fundamental concepts are related to the law and practice…
Design Thinking in the Legal Industry (Legal Design) is the application of human-centered design to the world of law, to make legal systems and services more human-centered, usable, and satisfying.…
Introduction Nigeria recorded her first case of COVID-19 on February 27, 2020, when an Italian who returned to Lagos for work tested positive to the virus. Since then, Nigeria has…
Taxation of Non-Resident Companies with Significant Economic Presence in Nigeria The Finance Act 2019 (“the Finance Act” or “the Act”) was signed into law on February 3, 2020. The major…
Sports Betting and Consumer Protection in Nigeria – an article by Olayinka Suara – Associate (Sports, Entertainment and Technology Practice) Olisa Agbakoba Legal The Nigerian sports betting and gaming industry…
Avoiding or Mitigating Recession in Post-COVID Nigeria – an article by Dr Olisa Agbakoba (SAN) The massive macro-financial shock caused by Covid-19 has continued to ravage the global economy putting…
On Friday 22nd May 2020, the Nigerian President signed the Presidential Executive Order No. 10 of 2020, which is the Financial Autonomy of State Legislature and State Judiciary Order 2020.…
FIFA Guidelines on COVID-19 – A Review It is no longer news that due to COVID-19, footballing events have been grounded for over a month with resulting legal issues cutting…
The Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) proposed rules on Crowdfunding have elicited different reactions from stakeholders, it has rattled the cage of most businesses that leverage on the internet to…
Legal Ramifications of COVID-19 on the Sports and Entertainment Industries The most significant incident to impact the planet in the last four months has been the outbreak of COVID-19 popularly…
We are delighted to announce our strategic collaboration with Capstone Legal, one of India’s fastest-growing law firms. The total trade between the two growing economies was put at between US$10- 11…
The Sports, Entertainment, and Technology (SET) team at OAL, participated at the just concluded Social Media Week Lagos which held from Monday 24th – Friday 28th February 2020. Social Media…
Despite FIFA’s outright prohibition on third-party ownership in football 2015, to remove unethical practices and mitigate the controversy surrounding this type of investment in football, TPO, as it is more…
A National Policy on Arbitration in Nigeria – A publication of the Arbitration and Dispute Resolution Practice Group of Olisa Agbakoba Legal I. INTRODUCTION Nigeria generates a significant volume of…
Our Senior Partner, Dr. Olisa Agbakoba (SAN) was a guest facilitator at the Forum on Non-performing Loans at the Access Bank Risk Management and Compliance Retreat which took place at…
Intellectual Property Rights and Sports: A Paper Presented by Beverley Agbakoba-Onyejianya, Sports & Entertainment Lawyer at the World Intellectual Property Organisation “Reach for Gold” Event Hosted by The Friends of…
The increasing rise in piracy in the Gulf of Guinea has become alarming. Until recently, the concern about piracy has been the Gulf of Eden operated by Somalia pirates; however,…
Our Senior Partner, Dr Olisa Agbakoba (SAN) was recently featured in Who is Who Legal 2019 as a National expert in Arbitration. He is a seasoned arbitrator and the brain…
Our Partner/Head of Dispute Resolution, Babatunde Ogungbamila was a panellist at the OANDO Legal Seminar which took place on Tuesday 29th October 2019 at the Wheatbaker Hotel, Ikoyi, Lagos. He…
The Sports, Entertainment and Technology (SET) Practice group had its inaugural Sports Master class themed “The Law and Business of Sports Master Class” at the OAL Office in Ikoyi on…
The call for the institutional and legal restructuring for the next Nigeria cannot have come at a better time. President Mohammadu Buhari’s 2019 Independence Day address to the nation may…
An underrated form of alternative business financing option for founders and co-founders to consider is through organic growth. Business owners are expected to learn the first rule of business which…
The need to broaden the framework for space law in Nigeria continues to grow in the light of increasing space activities in the world. It is important that Nigeria invests…
Development law policy is a tool that intersects law and economic development. Development law scholars agree that there is a strong link between law, regulatory institutions, governance, economic development and…
There has been debate in some legal circles as to whether a lawyer or firm of lawyers are duty-bound to pay Value Added Tax (VAT) to the Federal Inland Revenue…
Bilateral Investment Treaties (BITs) represent the means by which commercial interest between States and foreign investors are regulated and determined under international law. BITs can be subsumed under the category…
The need for a National Arbitration Policy comes on the back of the recent enforcement order relating to the sum of US$9, 000, 000, 000 (Nine Billion US Dollars) made…
The African Continental Free Trade Agreement was signed by President Muhammadu Buhari at the African Union Summit on Sunday, July 7, 2019. At the summit, member countries agreed to launch…
The Court of Appeal in the recent Judgment of Transocean Support Services Nigeria Limited & 3 Ors v Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency & 1 Or: Appeal No:CA/L/ 503/2016,…
Our firm Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL) and BusinessDay Newspapers co-presented the LEGAL POLICY DIALOGUE in 2014. The forum was a strategic partnership that highlighted the impact of the law on…
Our Senior Associate/Practice Manager, Ifeatu Medidem presented a paper at the “HealthCare Summit” organized by the Society for Quality in Healthcare in Nigeria, in conjunction with the International Society for…
In a landmark judgment delivered on Friday, June 14, 2019, by Honourable Justice Babs Keuwumi of the Federal High Court Lagos, in Seadrill Mobile Units Nigeria Limited v The Honourable…
Our associate Olaseni Aka-Bashorun was the guest speaker at the Legal Clinic organized by Passion Incubator for the winners of the Total Statrupper of the Year Challenge. The clinic was…
Our associate Olaseni Aka-Bashorun was the guest speaker at the Legal Clinic organized by Passion Incubator for the winners of the Total Statrupper of the Year Challenge. The clinic was…
Alternative Dispute Resolution in Nigeria is not a new field. Without doubt, disputes are invariable and recurring decimal in human and commercial interactions. Thus, the need for effective dispute resolution…
Our Associate Nosa Garrick recently spoke at the Legal Symposium organised by the Section on Business Law Club, Faculty of Law, University of Benin. The event was themed: “Raising the…
Our Senior Associate/ Head of Maritime unit, Dr Oluwole Akinyeye was a guest lecturer at the ABCs of Shipping training programme organised by the Nigerian Chamber of Shipping on the 11th…
Our Senior Associate/ Head of Sports, Entertainment and Technology (SET) Practice, Beverley Agbakoba-Onyejianya was recently honoured and presented with an award by the Friends of the Creator Artistic Foundation for…
Health tech in Nigeria, just like the general healthcare sector, is in a precarious state. It is evident that the government’s healthcare plan is not only under-resourced but largely overwhelmed…
Olisa Agbakoba Legal(OAL) announced that Bisi Akodu has been appointed Managing Partner. Bisi succeeds Priscilla Ogwemoh, who stepped down as Managing Partner after serving with distinction in that capacity for…
The Federal Inland Revenue Service has intensified its drive to recover outstanding tax liabilities from taxpayers in default of tax obligations. To this end, FIRS has been writing to taxpayers’…
First Published in by Bisi Akodu (Mrs.), February 2019 Cryptocurrency in Nigeria is one of the major offshoots of the Technology wave that has changed the Nigerian business landscape. Technology…
The Code of Conduct Tribunal today issued a warrant of arrest for Justice Walter Onnoghen, the estranged Chief Justice of the Federation. This has raised a lot of questions as to…
The Supreme Court, like other courts in the land, is a creation of the Constitution. It has its jurisdiction specified and governed by the provisions of the Constitution. By virtue…
The tort of interference is one of the most unpopular tortious liabilities which players in the business world must be careful of. In simple terms, it means the intentional interference…
Bilateral Air Service Agreements are international trade agreements that permit the airlines of two countries to conduct air transport services between their respective territories. Currently, Nigeria has signed over 80…
Minors in football in Nigeria are part of a global system that is often exploited. In the last two decades, the global appetite for cheap, promising young talented players in…
Artificial intelligence in Nigeria is a relatively new field. AI also known as machine intelligence, a term first coined over fifty years ago is finally becoming relevant and impactful in today’s…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) by its letter dated 5th October 2018, written to all banks, telecommunication companies, mobile money operators, banking agents and the Nigerian Communication Commission, circulated…
Over the years, the Nigerian maritime industry has witnessed the uncontrolled and illegal participation of foreign shipowners which has been detrimental to the industry. This position necessitated the enactment of…
The Federal High Court in Abuja, Nigeria on Wednesday, 16th November, 2018 delivered Judgment in a suit filed by Dr. Olisa Agbakoba (SAN) to determine the constitutionality of President Muhammadu…
There is currently a bill before the National Assembly for the amendment of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act (ACA) 1988. The Arbitration and Conciliation Act (Repeal and Re-enactment) Bill (The…
The maxim, “Once on Demurrage, always on Demurrage” is with respect to the subject matter of a Charterparty. There are different types of charterparties namely; bareboat/demise, time and voyage.…
The role small and medium enterprises play in the development of a country is very important. SMEs contribute to the development of Nigeria in terms of employment, growth and development,…
Arbitration in Nigeria continues to experience an upward spiral as an effective dispute resolution mechanism adopted by parties engaged in contemporary commerce. Presently, there is a widespread practice of embedding…
The ECOWAS Court was established as a sub-regional international Court in 2001 pursuant to Articles 6 and 15 of the Economic Community of West African State (ECOWAS) Revised Treaty,…
At the recently concluded Business Recovery and Insolvency Practioners Association of Nigeria (BRIPAN) International Conference themed, “Driving Business Rescue in the Shadow of the Law”, which was well organized, well…
INTERNATIONAL BAR ASSOCIATION AFRICA REGIONAL FORUM CONFERENCE, ACCRA 2017 PRESENTATION ON THE CHALLENGES OF MANAGING LEGAL STAFF AND THE MILLENNIALS IN A LAW FIRM PRESENTED BY PRISCILLA OGWEMOH (MRS), MANAGING…
The Managing Partner of Olisa Agbakoba Legal, Mrs. Priscilla Ogwemoh has won the best Female Managing Partner of the year award in Nigeria. The award was presented to Ogwemoh by…
Nigeria’s democracy is fragile. Recent happenings in the country make it imperative for the National Assembly to strengthen national institutions that support democracy. Specifically, institutions like the INEC, Police, ICPC,…
The objective of this particular OAL Maritime Master Class Series (MMCS) was to provide an avenue for offering knowledge to relevant representatives of financial institutions in respect of maritime law…
It is not news that Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL), is highly steeped in the field of maritime law and practice. Capitalizing on this position, an inaugural quarterly Maritime Master Class…
Following yesterday’s announcement by the Governor of Central Bank, Mr. Godwin Emefiele, on a new Foreign Exchange policy, the former Chairman, Nigeria Bar Association, NBA, Dr. Olisa Agbakoba, on Thursday,…
Respected lawyer and former President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Olisa Agbakoba (SAN) has outlined what he believes to be the best course of action in solving Nigeria’s foreign…
Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL) has advised the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to promote legal and regulatory framework for crowdfunding to thrive in Nigeria. Mrs Olabisi Akodu, Partner, Corporate and…
NAN-H-92 Maritime Lagos, March 16, 2016 (NAN) A Managing Partner, Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL), Mrs Priscilla Ogwemoh, on Wednesday, urged the Federal Government to revive the Maritime Coordination Board to…
Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL) was recently instructed to advise a client on the possibility of raising capital by way of Crowdfunding. Interestingly I had undertaken a short course on this…
Attracting foreign direct investment to Nigeria has been a major challenge for successive administrations in the past. This is partly due to the perception that Nigeria’s legal system is slow…
Culled from This Day Live Attracting foreign direct investment to Nigeria has been a major challenge for successive administrations in the past. This is partly due to the perception that…
INTRODUCTION The OAL wig of the month, Dr. Agbakoba studied at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (1973-1977), London School of Economics and Political Science (1979-1980), and the University of London…
“If we do not kill corruption, corruption would kill us.” Apt and sharp like a razor, the above Presidential statement would continue to resonate. Clearly, we must tackle corruption head-on.…
Fighting Corruption & Code of Conduct Tribunal: Compelling Need for A Proper Legal Framework *By Babatunde Ogungbamila* INTRODUCTION Everyone agrees that corruption is the canker-worm gnawing at the very fabric…
My letter of 21 April, 2015 about ‘Giving Nigeria a New Deal’ refers. I drew a parallel between the American Great Depression of 1930s and the challenges faced in Nigeria…
The War Against Corruption: A Focus on International and Regional Conventions By Collins Okeke* Nigeria’s huge external and internal debts and her looted monies by key officials of the past…
Dr Olisa Agbakoba SAN, Senior Partner, OAL, chaired the Panel discussions on the above theme at the recently concluded 2015 Investment and Securities Tribunal Workshop in Lagos. Highpoints: The Capital…
Asset Recovery in Nigeria – A Case for Strengthening Indigenous Asset Tracing Techniques By Derin Fagbure* Africa is bleeding. Statistics produced in the Stolen Asset Recovery (STAR) Initiative: Challenges, Opportunities,…
The Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) recently held in Malta. The Senior Partner of Olisa Agbakoba Legal was in attendance. Whilst there, his attention was drawn to the fact…
By Bisi Akodu* The Nigerian Government has over the past twenty years liberalized its hitherto strict laws and regulations relating to foreign investment in Nigeria. Nigeria now offers foreign investors…
By Willy Mamah* As Nigeria confronts the current challenge of an Empty Treasury and need to encourage private capital, it is crucial to alsointerrogate, more closely, the notion of ‘Corporate…
By – Ridwan Bello* Commerce, the live wire of every nation, thrives on globalization. In our today’s interconnected world, cross boarder transactions are the norm and cannot be avoided. International…
By Aderinsola Fagbure* Time Magazine January24th 2015 was of particular interest to me as it featured two different articles on the potential growth expectations of Private Equity (PE) investments in…
The OAL/NIPC Breakfast Meeting was held at the OAL Mediation Centre, 10a Ilabere Avenue, Ikoyi on 13th October 2015. It had in attendance participants from the Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission…
Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL) officially introduced its new office for Arbitration and Mediation to the general public. The new office is situated at No 10 Ilabere Avenue, Ikoyi. The office…
As the 13th edition of the Bankole Olumide Aluko Memorial Tournament popularly called BOA Tournament came to a climax on May 25, 2015 at the Astroturf 2000 Ikoyi Lagos with…
Dear President-Elect, GIVING NIGERIA A NEW DEAL Many congratulations on your success at the polls to be our next President. Now that the elections are over and the transition is…
INTERVIEW CONDUCTED WITH DR OLISA AGBAKOBA OF OAL ELECTORAL VICTORY Is time to reflect and say where are we going? This is the appropriate time for the President-elect, General Muhammadu…
WALTERSMITH PETROMAN OIL LIMITED } APPELLANT AND NIGER DELTA PETROLEUM RESOURCES LIMITED } RESPONDENT Olisa Agbakoba legal instituted an appeal on behalf of the appellant against the ruling of the…
OLISA AGBAKOBA vs THE ATTORNEY GENERAL OF THE FEDERATION & MINISTER FOR EDUCATION Olisa Agbakoba Legal filed a suit before a Federal High Court, Lagos, asking the court to stop…
Press Release Day by Day, hour by hour, there is increasingly a palpable fear, amidst a clash of hate language by the politicians, about the Elections. We feel called upon…
Our attention has been drawn to the general public disquiet, occasioned by the sudden postponement of Nigeria’s General Election 2015, by the INEC chairman, Prof. Attahiru Jega. In his nationwide…
Please find below a copy of the letter sent to each of the party chairman of the PDP and APC political parties on the above subject. ************************************************************************************* January 8, 2015…
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Mrs. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Minister for Finance & Coordinating Minister of the Economy Federal Ministry of Finance Abuja Honourable Minister, GENERATION OF REVENUE FROM NON-OIL SECTOR OF THE NIGERIAN ECONOMY Your…
The Law firm of Olisa Agbakoba & Associates, now Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL), recently unveiled its plan to initiate a series of policy dialogues in 2015. The platform aimed at…
A Federal High Court in Lagos has entered judgement in favour of an application by a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Dr. Olisa Agbakoba, seeking uniform admission requirements into Federal Government…
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Posted on: Oct 31 2014 The Federal High Court, Abuja, has ordered the Nigerian Army to stay the execution of the death sentence passed by an Army General Court-Martial against…
Posted on: Nov 12 2014 Introducing the Legal Policy Dialogue – OAL and BusinessDay Newspapers present the Legal Policy Dialogue 2014. THE BUSINESS CASE There has emerged consensus amongst economists…
Posted on: Sep 09 2014 The awards, now in their second year, highlight the amazing work done by the firms around the globe making huge strides in the ultra-competitive finance…
Dear Governor, A CALL FOR CONDUCT OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTIONS I am very concerned about democracy, good governance, accountability, constitutionalism and rule of law in Nigeria… To view all letters…
Posted on: Jul 14 2014 The Ekiti State High Court today declared unconstitutional, appropriation of judicial funds by State Governors. The Judgment was delivered by Honourable Justice J. O. Adeyeye…
Posted on: May 28 2014 A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, Monday, held that in line with 81(2) and section 84(1), (2), (3), (4) and (7) of the 1999…
Posted on: Feb 10 2014 By OLUSHOLA ABILOYE The Author is an Associate in the Law Firm of Messers Olisa Agbakoba & Associates and acted as Respondent’s Counsel in the…
Posted on: Oct 08 2013 At last, the Sovereign authorities have accepted the need for a National Conference. Civil society in Nigeria has always insisted that only the People of…
Posted on: Sep 26 2013 FORMER President of the Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, Mr. Olisa Agbakoba has written to the Senate President, Senator David Mark on the importance of convening…
Posted on: Jul 22 2013 Olisa Agbakoba SAN today threatened to sue National Assembly and Attorney General of the Federation over absence of Christian/Ecclesiastical Courts in the Constitution. Mr. Agbakoba…
Posted on: Sep 26 2013 FORMER President of the Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, Mr. Olisa Agbakoba has written to the Senate President, Senator David Mark on the importance of convening…
Posted on: Jun 05 2013 Former President of the Nigeria Bar Association (NBA), Mr. Olisa Agbakoba (SAN) told reporters in Lagos that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and…
Posted on: May 27 2013 Thousands of aggrieved customers of First Bank Nigeria (FBN), including Dr Olisa Agbakoba, SAN, have filed a major class action against the leading Nigerian bank,…
Our People Are Frozen By Different Emotions, We Must Defreeze Them. Olisa Agbakoba, former Civil Liberty Organisation (CLO) and Nigeria Bar Association (NBA) President was among those who laboured to…
One of the recommendations made by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) at the last Article IV consultations with the government was that AMCON begin to wind down its operations to…
The former President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Olisa Agbakoba (SAN), has threatened to sue the Attorneys-General and Commissioners for Justice of the states 36 states of the federation…
THE Chief Judge of Federal High Court, Justice Ibrahim Auta, Monday unveiled the Assets Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) Practice Direction 2013 for High Court judges at the second judge’s…
Mr Olisa Agbakoba, SAN, former President of Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, in this interview, called for the independence of the Judiciary, in terms of its yearly appropriation, as against the…
Central to the legitimacy and function of Nigeria’s electoral democracy is a fair, non-partisan, and just legal framework. In particular, the process of adjudicating complaints and resolving election disputes is…
This book is a single and convenient compilation of the Federal High Court (Civil Procedure) Rules and every other body of sub-rules in existence and applicable in the Federal High…
As part of our “Development Law Book Series,” this manual presents a simple legal analysis of the state of our investment law and what we have left undone to enable…
As part of our “Development Law Book Series,” we have focused this edition on the financial services laws and development. Here we are focused on the overarching legal framework within…