ANNUAL HYBRID CONFERENCE 2025

Strengthening Institutional Arbitration and ADR in Africa: Charting a new path

VenueCivic Center, Victoria Island, Lagos

Date27th - 28th, November, 2025

Time9 AM - 6 PM WAT

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WHY ATTEND

A Gathering That Moved Industries Forward

From thought-provoking discussions to groundbreaking collaborations, the 2024 NICARB Industry Forum brought together leaders, innovators, and policymakers shaping the future of Nigeria's corporate ecosystem.

450+

Attendees

Sessions

10+

Speakers

Meet our Speakers

Our lineup features influential voices whose experience and vision set inspire new thinking and actionable strategies

MR. WANG CHENGJIE

Vice Chairman and Secretary-General of the China International Economic and Trade Arbitration Commission (CIETAC)

ANNA JOUBIN-BRET

Secretary of the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL)

PROF. BANKOLE ADEKUNLE AKINTOYE SODIPO, SAN, FCArb

Professor of Law

JAMES CLANCHY

Associate member of Six Pump Court chambers in London

MARK HAMMICK

NGO-MARTINS OKONMAH

Partner in the Dispute Resolution practice at Aluko & Oyebode

NOSAKHARE AGUEBOR

Associate Vice President and Senior Legal Counsel at the Africa Finance Corporation (AFC)

MR. NICK CHAN HIU FUNG, BBS, MH, JP

Director, AALCO Hong Kong Regional Arbitration Centre

JONATHAN BARNES

Partner in the Dispute Resolution Department at Bowmans

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Our Sponsors

NIGERIA/NIGERIAN EXPORT PROCESSING ZONES AUTHORITY (NEPZA)

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Why you should Attend

Industry leaders

Connect with over 500+ industry leaders, innovators, and decision-makers from across the continent.

Expert speakers

Plenary, breakout sessions and workshops led by world-renowned experts and thought leaders.

Networking opportunities

Exclusive networking sessions, roundtables, and social events designed to foster meaningful connections.

Innovation showcases

Experience cutting-edge technologies and innovations from leading companies and startups.

TESTIMONIALS

What Past Attendees Have to Say

Hear from past participants about their transformative experiences

"Through the Annual Conference, I’ve built strong professional relationships that continue to benefit my work in the construction sector. NICArb provides a platform where knowledge and opportunities meet."

Engr. Michael Okechukwu, ACArb

"The Annual Conference showcases the best of ADR practice. Every session I attended gave me something practical to take back to my work. The networking experience was phenomenal — I even secured a speaking invitation afterward!"

Mrs. Funmilayo Adeoye, ACArb

"I attended the NICArb 2023 Conference for the first time and was amazed at the diversity of professionals present — lawyers, engineers, academics, business leaders. It’s the perfect environment for learning, sharing ideas, and building partnerships."

Mr. Clement Ihedioha, MCArb

"I look forward to the NICArb Annual Conference because it’s more than an event — it’s a learning experience. The panel discussions, networking dinners, and breakout sessions all offer meaningful professional engagement."

Dr. (Mrs.) Juliet Obasi, MCArb

"Each year, the NICArb Annual Conference gets better. The 2024 edition expanded my understanding of arbitration trends and connected me to colleagues who have since become collaborators on major cases."

Barr. Uche Nwafor, MCArb

Strengthening Institutional Arbitration and ADR in africa:

CHARTING A NEW PATH

Be part of the global conversation at the Conference 2025—where the brightest minds in dispute resolution gather to explore groundbreaking innovations, cutting-edge practices, and the evolving landscape of international arbitration.