The Arbitration and Mediation Act 2023 (the “AMA”) of Nigeria has impacted alternative dispute resolution and represents a major milestone for a more robust dispute resolution framework in Nigeria.

This publication by TEMPLARS Partners Adewale Atake, SAN, Godwin Omoaka, SAN, Igonikon Adekunle; Managing Counsel Stanley U. Nweke-Eze; and Associate Grace Nwaigwe highlights the key innovations that have improved Nigeria’s commercial dispute landscape, including third-party funding, emergency arbitration, and streamlined grounds for setting aside awards.