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The Nigeria Branch is one of the 31 branches of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators. It was granted a Branch status in 1998, with over 1300 members.

CIArb Nigeria Branch has grown tremendously and currently has a membership strength of over One Thousand Three Hundred (1,300). Membership of the Branch cuts across all disciplines including Law, Construction, Shipping, Engineering, Insurance, Banking, Accounting and Medicine. The Branch has in its fold, seasoned arbitration practitioners of international repute. In the exercise of its functions, it maintains close links with other professional arbitral bodies worldwide.

29/04/2026

As my tenure as Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, Nigeria Branch officially comes to an end tomorrow, my heart is full of deep gratitude. 🙏

It's been an honour to serve the Branch and steward its voice across our social media platforms. Every post, campaign, & update was driven by a commitment to excellence and a genuine desire to project the values, growth, & professionalism of the Institute. Beyond the public posts, I’ll also miss responding to inbox enquiries—sometimes at 2am. At times it felt like balancing a day job & a night job, but I wouldn’t change a thing about the experience.

I remain deeply grateful to everyone who supported & voted for me during the 2024 Branch Executive Committee election. I wish I could name everyone, but if I were to choose an excellent representative of the many amazing people I owe my thanks to, it would be Dr. Chikwendu Madumere, Ph.D (Dundee). Thank you, Dr. Chi & my dear Ciarb Nigeria family.❤️

Thank you to: Olushola Adeniran for encouraging me to run, Emeka Onyeka, FCIArb (my Port Harcourt Chapter Chair/Aberdonian Oga) & Esosa Omo-Usoh, FCIArb (my PH Chapter 1st Vice Chair/Dearest Friend) for nominating me for the election, & Prof Paul Idornigie, SAN for nominating me as Branch PRO.

My deepest appreciation goes to my Branch Chair, Mrs. Olusola Adegbonmire, C.Arb, whose leadership, mentorship & motherhood made this journey truly meaningful. I sincerely thank the Branch Secretary, Dr Adeyemi Agbelusi, FCIArb & General Manager, Chinelo Agbala, for their invaluable support. I thank the entire Branch Exco for the collaboration & teamwork throughout my tenure. Working with such a brilliant & supportive team made the role rewarding & impactful.

Congratulations to outgoing Exco Members: Mr. Seyilayo Ojo, SAN, M.CIoD, C.Arb, Mrs. Funke Agbor, SAN, FCIArb, Dr. Kolawole Mayomi, FCIArb, & Dr. Adeyemi Agbelusi, FCIArb. It was an honour serving with you.

Thank you, Isaiah Bozimo SAN & Diane Okoko, FCIArb for an unforgettable 2024 & your support. Thank you, Prof. Dr. Mohamed Abdel Wahab C.Arb, FCIArb, Tonye Krukrubo, SAN & Tunde Fagbohunlu SAN for your outstanding mentorship. (Contd in CS).

28/04/2026

The conversation has evolved.
The vision has grown.
Now, it is time for results.

From revisiting the foundations in 2024, to connecting principles with innovation in 2025, the journey continues in 2026 with a bold new focus: delivery.

2026 CIArb Nigeria Annual Conference Theme Reveal 🥁

𝗕𝗲𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘂𝗲: 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗿𝗯𝗶𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗗𝗥

This year, we move beyond discussion to practical outcomes, stronger institutions, higher standards, and real impact in dispute resolution.

📍 Save The Date
🗓️ Registration opens Friday, 1 May 2026

Stay updated via: https://ciarbnigeria.org/conference/

26/04/2026

𝗖𝗶𝗮𝗿𝗯 𝗡𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗵 𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗲 𝗮 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝘁𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗿𝗯𝗶𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 (𝗖𝗔𝗪 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲).

CAW 2026 is more than a conference. It is a meeting point for legal leadership, institutional collaboration, and regional progress! It is where arbitration meets opportunity, policy meets practice, and networks become partnerships.

𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝟭𝟭–𝟭𝟰 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗼𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗮, 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗻, CAW 2026 will bring together top arbitrators, judges, counsel, academics, corporate leaders, and emerging practitioners for high-level conversations shaping the future of dispute resolution across Africa and beyond.

𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲:
https://lnkd.in/eR449BaD

21/04/2026

Countdown to World IP Day 2026!

Sports and Intellectual Property are colliding in powerful new ways across emerging markets. How do we resolve disputes and encourage innovation in sports and intellectual property?

Join us for an insightful webinar:
𝗞𝗶𝗰𝗸-𝗼𝗳𝗳 𝘁𝗼 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗔𝗿𝗯𝗶𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀-𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗜𝗣 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗽𝘂𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗘𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀
𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲: April 24th, 2026
𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 2:00 – 3:30PM

Hosted by CIArb Nigeria Branch (Port Harcourt Chapter IP Committee) in collaboration with the Nigerian Bar Association Port Harcourt Branch CLE Committee.

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from leading voices in sports law, arbitration, and IP.

Speakers:
- Dr. Emmanuel Oluwafemi Olowononi – Deputy Director, Nigerian Law School
- Pauline Mbanza – Independent International Sports Lawyer
- Adedeji-Ajoje Israel Femisi – FIFA Licensed Agent, International Sports Lawyer
- Beverley Agbakoba-Onyejianya MCArb Notary Public – Partner/Head of Sports, Entertainment & Technology (SET) Group, OAL and CAS Mediator

Moderating this session is Sonia Okiti – Vice Chair, IP Committee CIArb Port Harcourt Chapter; Associate, Aluko & Oyebode

Don’t just attend, be part of the conversation!
- 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗲𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿 𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸: https://lnkd.in/e43SmqTg
- Like and share this post to spread the word.
- Tag colleagues, sports law professionals, and IP stakeholders who should attend this webinar.

Let’s shape the future of sports, IP, and dispute resolution in Nigeria and Africa together.

18/04/2026

Join the YMG of CIArb Nigeria Branch as we discuss Avoiding Procedural Traps in Arbitration.

Date : 28th April, 2026
Time : 12noon ( GMT+1 Lagos)
Venue : Zoom

The session focuses on identifying and mitigating procedural pitfalls in international and domestic arbitration to ensure efficiency and enforceability. It features jurisdictional experts addressing strategies to avoid "midnight clauses," parallel proceedings, and due process challenges while fostering a culture of procedural discipline .

Register: -https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Mvc8ZN0lQHKa2oLQYJE2Yg

15/04/2026

We successfully hosted the Inaugural Biannual Members’ Forum of the CICC, CIArb Nigeria Branch, on 25 March 2026.

It was an engaging afternoon of dialogue on strengthening the in-house ADR community and sharing practical insights on arbitration and dispute resolution.

A key highlight was the insightful session by our Special Guest Speaker, Mr. Godson Ugochukwu, SAN, FCIArb., who shared valuable perspectives on managing enforcement risk—reminding us that strong enforcement outcomes begin with well-drafted arbitration agreements.

We extend our sincere appreciation to Mr. Godson Ugochukwu, SAN, FCIArb, for his time, expertise, and generous support of the Committee’s initiatives; to Fortress Solicitors for their generous sponsorship; and to our Branch Chair, Mrs. Olusola Adegbonmire, C.Arb, for her continued support. We also thank all members who joined us in-person and virtually.

We look forward to building on this momentum in 2026.

14/04/2026

Following the success of our Arbitration Nuts & Bolts Series, the NBA–SLP Arbitration & ADR Committee is pleased to introduce:

Mediation First: The Lawyer’s Playbook Series

A practical, skills-focused programme designed to help lawyers advise clients on mediation as a first-line dispute resolution tool.

Edition 1: The Lawyer’s Advice Playbook

🗓 April 30, 2026

⏰ 2:00PM

Venue: Zoom

✨ Why you should attend:
* Practical guidance for client advisory
* Real-world insights on mediation strategy
* Access to exclusive pre-read materials and Take-Home Toolkit.

🔗 Register: bit.ly/slpmediation2
(Pre-read materials will be shared upon registration)

Don’t miss this opportunity to sharpen your dispute resolution toolkit!

07/04/2026

Something about the first day always carries a bit of energy… the kind that tells you this will be worth it.

Today, the Non-Interest Arbitration & Finance Training kicked off, bringing together a strong mix of expertise and real-world insight at the intersection of finance and dispute resolution.

We are privileged to have an exceptional faculty leading the sessions:

• Dr. Mrs. Adenike Esan, FCIArb
• Mr. Seyilayo Ojo, SAN, M.CIoD, C.Arb
• Mr. Tunde Busari, SAN, FCIS, FCIArb, C.Arb
• Prof. Bayo Adaralegbe, C.Arb
• Dr Adeyemi Agbelusi FICMC, FCIArb
• Mr. AbdulFattah Amoo
• Mrs. Olusola Adegbonmire, C.Arb

From regulatory frameworks to dispute structuring and resolution strategies, the conversations have already been practical, engaging, and deeply relevant.

And honestly, this is just Day 1.

05/04/2026

In this season of renewal, may we rise with purpose, strengthened by hope and guided by excellence.

Happy Easter from All of Us @ CIArb Nigeria Branch. 🙏❤

03/04/2026

Reflecting on sacrifice, service, and the power of redemption. ✝️

02/04/2026

💼 From Counsel to Arbitrator: Go Behind the Scenes!

Join us for our upcoming webinar:
“𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗹 𝘁𝗼 𝗔𝗿𝗯𝗶𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿: 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗿𝗯𝗶𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝗻𝗮𝗹”

Curious about what really happens inside an arbitral tribunal? This session dives into the inner workings of tribunal life—from appointment to award.

We’ll explore:

• The first steps an arbitrator takes when appointed
• How Presiding Arbitrators and Tribunal Secretaries are chosen
• Managing fees, co-arbitrator dynamics, and conflicts
• Dissenting opinions and insider advice for first-timers

📅 Wednesday, 8 April 2026
⏰ 2:00 PM (GMT+1)
📍 Zoom

Hosted by the Corporate & In-House Counsel Committee, CIArb Nigeria Branch

If you’re a lawyer, in-house counsel, or ADR enthusiast, this session is packed with practical insights you won’t find in textbooks.

👉 Register here and attend to earn your CPD point: https://bit.ly/4s5zKUZ

Don’t miss it!

Address

5B Kunle Ogunba Street, Studio24, Lekki Phase 1, Ekate Bustop, Lekki/Epe Expressway
Lekki
23401

Telephone

014530961

Website

http://www.ciarbnigeria.com/

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