TEMPLARS Counsel, Dr. Jude Odinkonigbo and Associate Chiamaka Nwangwu engage in an insightful discussion on the subject of “International sanctions and its effect on businesses operating in Nigeria” in the latest episode of Talking Legal with TEMPLARS.

 The episode delves into several key highlights, including:

-Understanding the concept of sanctions and exploring the authority of states to impose sanctions on other states. (01:06)

-Comparing the existing frameworks in the United States and the United Kingdom for imposing effective sanctions. (04:05)

-A comprehensive examination of the current sanctions regime in Nigeria, highlighting its shortcomings and vulnerabilities. (05:10)

-Evaluating the potential consequences of the deficiencies within the current sanctions regime, particularly for multinational corporations operating in Nigeria. (08:21)

-Proposing solutions to address the identified gaps and rectify the issues prevalent in the Nigerian sanctions regime. (10:24)

-Assessing the impact and legal significance of circulars concerning sanctions. (12:31)