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Commentary, notes and updates from our disputes practice.
When can Arbitral Awards be Enforced in Nigeria?
Arbitral awards are binding once issued, but enforcement in Nigeria turns less on finality than on timing. Courts assess enforcement through the statutory sequence that governs post-award supervision, including the set-aside window. This note examines when an award is procedurally ripe for enforcement, how Nigerian courts approach premature applications, and how enforcement strategy and disciplined sequencing can reduce avoidable procedural risk.
Experience
Disputes create pressure and force difficult decisions. We help bring clarity to what is at stake, where the risks lie, and what outcomes are realistic. Our experience shows in cases that hold together at every stage, from early steps through to hearing, enforcement or appeal.
Commercial Arbitration
We act in domestic and international commercial arbitrations under the main institutional and ad hoc rules, often arising from long-term commercial relationships and issues with significant operational or financial impact.
Arbitration-Related Litigation
We act in court proceedings connected with arbitration, including applications for interim measures, enforcement and setting aside of awards, and related proceedings before the Nigerian courts where required.
Commercial Litigation
We act in commercial disputes before the Nigerian courts, including the appellate courts, often involving payment and performance issues, termination, breaches of duty, and control of commercial interests.
Dispute Avoidance & Strategy
We bring disputes judgment to issues at an early stage, helping clients assess risk and decide whether and how to escalate when pressure builds. This early work positions the client carefully if the dispute develops.
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