Join us in Lagos for the second edition of the ICC Nigeria Arbitration and ADR Day. The theme of this major arbitration and ADR event in Nigeria and the region will focus on Dispute Resolution Reimagined: the Future of Arbitration and ADR.
This must-attend conference is a unique opportunity for professionals to engage in high-level discussions on the future of Arbitration and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in an evolving global landscape. The event will examine emerging trends, technological advancements, and the integration of innovative methodologies that are reshaping dispute resolution processes.
Key focus areas will include the impact of artificial intelligence, cross-border dispute resolution, and the evolving role of ADR in sectors such as international trade, investment, energy, technology and construction.
Distinguished speakers and industry leaders will provide valuable insights into how arbitration and ADR are adapting to meet the demands of a dynamic business environment. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in the field, positioning them to navigate the future of dispute resolution effectively.
This second edition of ICC Nigeria Arbitration and ADR Day will bring together leaders in the private and public sectors, engineers, lawyers, in-house counsel and young practitioners.
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08:00-08:30 |
Welcome of Participants and Registration |
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08:30-08:45 |
Welcome Addresses
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08:45-09:00 |
Special Remarks
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09:00-09:30 |
Address by Special Guest of Honour
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09:30-09:40 |
Keynote Address - Dispute Resolution Reimagined: The Future of Arbitration & ADR
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09:40-09:50 |
Closing Remarks for the Opening Session
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10:00-11:00 |
Panel I - AI in International Arbitration and Mediation - Risks, Rewards, Ethics and the Future of Arbitration and ADR
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11:00-11:30 |
Coffee Break |
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11:30-12:30 |
Panel II - Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - Dialing Back or Striding Forth
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12:30-13:30 |
Panel III - Ethics in International Arbitration - The IBA Rules on Conflicts of Interest and the Rising Concerns of Disclosure in International Arbitration
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13:30-14:30 |
Lunch |
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14:30-15:30 |
Panel IV - Effective Management of International Arbitration: The Critical Role of In-House Counsel
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15:30-16:00 |
Closing Remarks and Vote of Thanks
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18:30 |
Gala Dinner |
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Tolulope Adebayo |
Partner, Foundation Chambers, Lagos |
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Emmanuel Agherario |
Senior Associate, Olisa Agbakoba Legal, Lagos |
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Dr. Babatunde Ajibade |
SAN, Vice Chairman, Commission on Arbitration and ADR, ICC Nigeria |
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Professor Fabian Ajogwu |
OFR, SAN, Senior Partner, Kenna Partners, Lagos |
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Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya |
Chairman, Planning Committee, ICC Nigeria, Lagos |
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Pierre Daureu |
Partner, Talex International, Paris |
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Diamana Diawara |
Director, Arbitration and ADR, Africa, ICC Dispute Resolution Services |
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Professor Gbolahan Elias |
SAN, Partner, G. Elias, Lagos |
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Sola Ephraim-Oluwanuga |
Principal Partner, O.S. Ephraim-Oluwanuga & Co., Abuja |
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Chief Lateef Olasunkanmi Fagbemi |
SAN, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of the Federation, Abuja |
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Alexander G. Fessas |
Secretary General, ICC International Court of Arbitration; Director, ICC Dispute Resolution Services |
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Chief (Dr.) Raymond Ihyembe |
Chairman, ICC Nigeria; KSS, OON, Lagos |
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Thomas Kendra |
Partner, Kennedys Law LLP, Paris |
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Fernandez Marcus-Obiene |
Special Assistant, President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria on Justice Sector Reform and ICT/Digital and Innovative Technology, Lagos |
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Adaeze Nwakoby |
Company Secretary, Group Head Legal & HR, OVH Energy Group, Lagos |
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Titilola Olatunde-Fasogbon |
Senior Associate, Udo Udoma & Belo Osagie, Lagos |
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Godwin Omoaka |
SAN, Partner, Templars, Lagos |
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Mazi Afam Osigwe |
SAN, President, Nigerian Bar Association, Abuja |
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Olubunmi Osuntuyi |
Secretary General, ICC Nigeria, Lagos |
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Vincent Owhor |
Partner, Streamsowers and Köhn, Lagos |
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Natasha Peter |
Partner, Trinity International LLP, Paris |
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Adedoyin Rhodes-Vivour |
SAN, Managing Partner, Doyin Rhodes-Vivour & Co., Lagos |
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H.E. Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu |
Governor, Lagos State |
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Thomas R. Snider |
Partner, Head of International Arbitration, Russell Speechlys LLP, Dubai |
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Abiola Tella |
Senior Associate, Olaniwun Ajayi LP, Lagos |
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Adedapo Tunde-Olowu |
SAN, Managing Partner, ǼLEX Legal, Lagos |
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Dorothy Udeme Ufot |
SAN, Chair, Commission on Arbitration & ADR, ICC Nigeria; Managing Partner, Dorothy Ufot & Co., Lagos |
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Michael Ugah |
Senior Associate, Udo Udoma & Belo Osagie, Lagos |
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Godson Ugochukwu |
SAN, Chairman, Planning Committee, ICC Nigeria |
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Ifeoma Utah |
General Manager, Commercial Legal, MTN Nigeria, Lagos |
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Daniel Wilmot |
Partner, Stewarts Law LLP, London |
| Venue |
Lagos Continental Hotel Plot 52A Kofo Abayomi Street, Victoria Island, Lagos 101241 Lagos, Nigeria T +234 201 236 6666 |
| Registration |
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For more information please contact:
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Esther Afolabi |
Membership Relations Officer, ICC Nigeria |
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ICC DRS Africa |
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