Fabian Ajogwu
Fabian Ajogwu is a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) and currently a professor of Corporate Governance at Lagos Business School, where he has been teaching Business Law, Negotiation and Corporate Governance for well over 16 years. He has written over 10 books, published numerous articles in peer-reviewed academic and professional journals, and developed case studies and technical notes used at a number of the School’s programmes. His current research interests include professional ethics, mergers and acquisitions, and arbitration of commercial disputes.
Professor Ajogwu has his first degree in Law (LL.B) from the University of Nigeria, BL from the Nigerian Law School, a Master’s Degree in Law (LL.M) from the University of Lagos, an MBA from IESE Business School, Barcelona, Spain, and a PhD from University of Aberdeen, Scotland. He is an alumnus of the Said Business School of Oxford University and Lagos Business School.
The learned Senior Advocate has been lead Counsel to the Federal Government of Nigeria in several cases of national importance, with emphasis on the banking and financial services and energy sectors, among others. He chairs a number of companies, including ARM-Harith Infrastructure Fund, Novare entities in Nigeria, and previously LEAP Africa. He has served as Honorary Counsel to the State of Israel in Nigeria, Venezuela, and the Republic of South Africa in Nigeria.
Professor Ajogwu assisted the Securities and Exchange Commission in drafting Nigeria’s pioneer Code of Corporate Governance. He chaired the Nigerian Communications Commission’s Committee on Corporate Governance which produced the 2014 NCC Code of Corporate Governance for the telecommunications sector and has been Counsel to the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria in matters related to Corporate Governance regulation. He was a member of the Presidential Committee on the Reform of the Nigeria Police and is a Fellow of the Society for Corporate Governance Nigeria, the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators Nigeria, the African Leadership Initiative West Africa, and Henry Crown Global Leadership of the Aspen Institute, Colorado.
His memberships include General Council of the Bar (a creation of statute) of Nigeria, Council of Legal Education (Nigerian Law School), International Council for Commercial Arbitration, Lagos Court of Arbitration, London Court of International Arbitration, Legal Research Society, School of Law, University of Aberdeen. He is also one of the Vice Presidents of the Lagos Court of Arbitration, a member of the National Executive Committee of the Nigerian Bar Association, and previously chaired the Committee on Continuing Legal Education, Nigerian Bar Association, Lagos.
Publications
Okonedo, E., & Ajogwu, F. (2017). Rethinking the concept of non-recourse in project finance. Journal of Corporate Governance
Ajogwu, Fabian (2015), ‘National Code of Corporate Governance’: Private Sector Perspective, Journal of Corporate Governance, ISSN-2006-7801, Vol. 7 No. 1, April 2015, pp 1360 – 1375
Ajogwu, Fabian (2014), Corporate Governance and the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria Act 2011: Matters Arising, Journal of Corporate Governance, ISSN-2006-7801, Vol. 6. No. 2, August 2014, pp 1065-1083
Ajogwu, Fabian (2014), Dealing with Guerilla Tactics in International Arbitration: which tools for Counsel and Arbitrators, Dispute Resolution Journal of the Lagos Court of Arbitration, Vol. 1, No. 1, Nov. 2014, pp 40-57
Ajogwu, Fabian (2013), Public Governance, Public Service, Ethic and Institution Reform: The Inextricable Link, Journal of Corporate Governance, ISSN-2006-7801, Vol. 5, No. 2, Nov. 2013, pp 874-898
Ajogwu, Fabian (2013), Arbitral Awards: Recognition, Enforcement & Challenge, Journal of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators Nigeria, ISSN-2006-957X, Vol. 8, No. 1, Sept 2013, pp 22-54
Ajogwu, Fabian (2013), Corporate Governance against the Background of Debt and Equity, Journal of Corporate Governance, ISSN. 2006-7801, Vol., No.1, pp 696-797
Ajogwu, Fabian (2012), Corporate Governance and Board Effectiveness in the Nigerian Telecommunications Sector, Journal of Corporate Governance, ISSN-2006-7801, Vol. 4, No.2, Nov 2012, pp. 628-663
Ajogwu, Fabian (2012), Challenge and Enforcement of Maritime Arbitration Awards, Journal of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators Nigeria, ISSN. 2006-957X, Vol. 7, No. 1, Jul 2012, pp. 1 –16
Ajogwu, Fabian (2011), Mergers & Acquisitions: Opportunities & Pitfalls, Journal of Law, Faculty of Law, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Vol. 1 No. 1, Oct 2011, 30th Anniversary Edn. pp. 1-35
Ajogwu, Fabian (2010), Corporate Governance and Ethics in Nigeria – The Imperatives, Journal of Corporate Governance, ISSN-2006-7801, Vol. 2. No. 1, Oct 2010, pp. 207-241
Ajogwu, Fabian (2010), Corporate Acquisitions and Merger in Nigeria – Thresholds and Considerations, Journal of Corporate Governance, ISSN-2006-7801, Vol. 2. No. 1, Oct 2010, pp. 290-320
Ajogwu, Fabian (2009), The Control Factor in the Separation of Ownership and Management of Companies Operating within Groups, Journal of Corporate Governance, ISSN. 2006-7801, Vol.1 No.2, Jul. 2009, pp. 67 – 86
Ajogwu, Fabian (2009), Corporate Control and the Pursuit of Profits,: From Agency Theory to Modern Corporate Governance, Journal of Corporate Governance, ISSN-2006-7801, Vol.1 No.2, Jul. 2009, pp. 187-207
Ajogwu, Fabian (2009), Enhancing Board Effectiveness through Committees, Journal of Corporate Governance, ISSN-2006-7801, Vol.1 No. 1, Feb. 2009, pp. 1 – 16
Ajogwu, Fabian (2009), The Role of the Chairman of the Board, Journal of Corporate Governance, ISSN-2006-7801, Vol.1 No. 1, Feb. 2009, pp 59 – 66
Ajogwu, Fabian (2009), Steps in Formal Mediation and Conciliation, Journal of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators Nigeria, ISSN. 2006-957X; Vol. 4, No. 1, pp 54 – 68
Ajogwu, Fabian (2009), Stay of Proceedings in Arbitration: The Distinction between a Step to Preserve the Res, and a Step in the Proceedings, Journal of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators Nigeria, ISSN. 2006-957X; Vol. 4, No. 1, pp 14 – 35
Ajogwu, Fabian (2008), “Dispute Handling and Litigation Management”, Journal of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators Nigeria, ISSN. 2006-957X, Vol.3, No. 1, pp 44-48
Ajogwu, Fabian (2002), Multi-Jurisdictional Compliance in Cyberspace, European Case Clearing House (ECCH), Cranfield University, UK, Issue No. 28, Spring, pp 14 – 16
Ajogwu, Fabian & Ike, Ogbonna (2001), “Making Boards More Effective: The Issue of Independence,” Lagos Business School Management Review, 2001, Vol. 6 No. 1, pp 38 – 46
Books Published
Ajogwu, Fabian (2014), Mergers & Acquisition in Nigeria: Law and Practice, 2nd Edition, ISBN 978-978-942-151-0. Eds. Centre for Commercial Law Development Services (CLDS), Lagos, Nigeria, 554 pages
Ajogwu, Fabian and Nliam, Oscar, (2014), Petroleum Law & Sustainable Development, Centre for Commercial Law Development (CCLD), ISBN: 978-978-939-108-0, Lagos, Nigeria, 445 pages,
Ajogwu, Fabian (2013), Law & Society, Centre for Commercial Law Development (CCLD), ISBN: 978-978-936-620-0, Lagos, Nigeria, 326 pages,
Ajogwu, Fabian (2013), Corporate Governance and Group Dynamics, ISBN: 978-978-919-954-6 Centre for Commercial Law Development (CCLD), Lagos, Nigeria, 420 pages
Ajogwu, Fabian (2013), Commercial Arbitration in Nigeria: Law and Practice, 2nd Edition, 978-978-919-957-0 Eds. Centre for Commercial Law Development (CCLD), Lagos, Nigeria, 656 pages
Ajogwu, Fabian (2010), Fair Hearing, ISBN 978-978-912-804-4. Eds. Centre for Commercial Law Development (CCLD), Lagos, Nigeria, 166 pages.
Ajogwu, Fabian (2009), Mergers & Acquisition in Nigeria: Law and Practice, ISBN 978-978-912-806-8. Eds. Centre for Commercial Law Development (CCLD), Lagos, Nigeria, 925 pages
Ajogwu, Fabian (2009), Commercial Arbitration in Nigeria: Law and Practice, ISBN 978-978-901-154-4. Eds. Centre for Commercial Law Development (CCLD), Lagos, Nigeria, 544 pages
Ajogwu, Fabian (2007), Corporate Governance in Nigeria: Law and Practice, ISBN 978-978-084-464-6 Eds. Centre for Commercial Law Development (CCLD), Lagos, Nigeria, 491 pages
Book Chapters Published
Ajogwu, Fabian and Kenna Partners (2015), Trade & Investments in Nigeria: Legal & Regulatory Aspects, ISBN 978-978-948-236-8: Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, 9, 11, 12, 14, 16, 17, 18, and 22; A total of 12 out of 25 Chapters; Eds. Commercial Law Development Services (CLDS), Lagos, Nigeria, 436 pages.
Ajogwu, et al, (2015), Company Secretary’s Guide on Corporate Governance, Commercial Law Development Services (CLDS), ISBN: 978-978-946-691-7, Lagos, Nigeria, 330 pages
Ajogwu, et al, (2014), Directors Handbook on Corporate Governance, Commercial Law Development Services (CLDS), ISBN: 978-978-942-7802, Lagos, Nigeria, 257 pages
Ajogwu, et al (2014), Compendium of Legal Essays (Practical Perspectives to Dealing with Air Carrier Liability): Chapter 6 out of 11 Chapters; Eds. Elim Prints and Publications, Lagos, Nigeria, 236 pages
Ajogwu, Fabian and Kenna & Associates (2007), Legal & Regulatory Aspects of Commerce (Issues in doing Business in Nigeria) ISBN 978-978-8202-59-2 : Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, and 18; out of 20 Chapters; Eds. Centre for Commercial Law Development (CCLD), Lagos, Nigeria, 310 pages
Landmark Judicial Decisions, Citing and Placing Reliance on Published Books
a) Ajogwu, Fabian (2013), Commercial Arbitration in Nigeria: Law and Practice, 2nd Edition, 978-978-919-957-0 Eds. Centre for Commercial Law Development (CCLD), Lagos, Nigeria, 656 pages
i) Relied on and Cited in Stabilini Visinoni Ltd v Mallinson & Partners Ltd by the Court of Appeal in Suit No. CA/L/281/2012 in its Judgment delivered on Friday, the 30th day of May, 2014 by their Lordships – Amina Adamu Augie Justice, Court of Appeal (JCA), Yargata Nimpar JCA, and Abimbola Osarugue Obaseki-Adejumo JCA. Reported in 2014, Law Pavillion Electronic Law Report (LPELR), 23090 CA
b) Ajogwu, Fabian (2009), Mergers & Acquisition in Nigeria: Law and Practice, ISBN 978-978-912-806-8. Eds. Centre for Commercial Law Development (CCLD), Lagos, Nigeria, 925 pages
i) Relied on and Cited in Otunba Adekunle Ojora v Agip Nig. Plc & Unipetrol (Nig.) Plc, by the Court of Appeal in its Judgment in Suit Number CA/L/167/2003 delivered on Friday, 22nd March 2013 by their Lordships: Amina Adamu Augie, J.C.A. (Presided), Chima Centus Nweze, J.C.A (as he then was) (Read the Leading Judgment), and Chinwe Eugenia Iyizoba, J.C.A. Reported in (2014) 1 Nigeria Weekly Law Reports (NWLR) (Pt. 1387) p.150, CA
c) Ajogwu, Fabian (2007), Corporate Governance in Nigeria: Law and Practice, ISBN:978-978-084-464-6 Eds. Centre for Commercial Law Development (CCLD), Lagos, Nigeria, 491 pages
i) Relied on and Cited in Otunba Adekunle Ojora v Agip Nig. Plc & Unipetrol (Nig.) Plc, by the Court of Appeal in its Judgment in Suit Number CA/L/167/2003 delivered on Friday, 22nd March 2013 by their Lordships: Amina Adamu Augie, J.C.A. (Presided), Chima Centus Nweze, J.C.A (as he then was) (Read the Leading Judgment), and Chinwe Eugenia Iyizoba, J.C.A. Reported in (2014) 1 Nigeria Weekly Law Reports (NWLR) (Pt. 1387) p.150, CA
Case Studies Written and Taught
Ajogwu, Fabian (2009), “Fuelling Love (A), & (B),” Lagos Business School Case
Ajogwu, Fabian (2009), “Purple Sleek Designs and Interiors,” Lagos Business School Case
Ajogwu, Fabian (2007), “The Saga of Wolfowitz and the World Bank (A), & (B),” Lagos Business School Case
Ajogwu, Fabian (2006), “Nationwide VSAT Project,” Lagos Business School Case (sponsored by the International Finance Corporation (IFC) under the Global Business School Network, and registered with the European Case Clearing House (ECCH) (now known as ‘the Case Centre’)
Ajogwu, Fabian (2006), “Nationwide VSAT Project,” Lagos Business School Case Teaching Notes (sponsored by the International Finance Corporation (IFC) under the Global Business School Network, and registered with the Case Centre
Ajogwu, Fabian (2005), Case Teaching Note and Marking Scheme for Fancy Framed Store
Ajogwu, Fabian (2000), ‘Sandile Swana,” Lagos Business School Case
Ajogwu, Fabian (1998), “Amajiye, Ahmed & Co, Barristers & Solicitors,” Lagos Business School Case – A Business Ethics Network (BEN) Africa prize winner
Technical Notes Published and Registered With the Case Centre
Ajogwu, Fabian (2008), “The Role of the Chairman of the Board”, Lagos Business School Notes, registered with the European Case Clearing House (ECCH), now ‘The Case Centre’
Ajogwu, Fabian (2008), “The Relationship between a Parent Company and its Subsidiaries”, Lagos Business School Notes, registered with the European Case Clearing House (ECCH), now ‘The Case Centre’
Ajogwu, Fabian (2008), “Enhancing Corporate Governance through Committees”, Lagos Business School Notes, registered with the European Case Clearing House (ECCH), now ‘The Case Centre’
Ajogwu, Fabian & Ike, Ogbonna (2008, “Corporate Governance Systems & Best Practices: A Comparison of Jurisdictional Models,” Lagos Business School Notes, registered with the European Case Clearing House (ECCH), now ‘The Case Centre’
Ajogwu, Fabian (2007), “The Role of the Company Secretary”, Lagos Business School Notes, registered with the European Case Clearing House (ECCH), now ‘The Case Centre’
Ajogwu, Fabian (2007), “Legal Aspects of Doing Business in Nigeria: A Snap Shot”, Lagos Business School Notes, registered with the European Case Clearing House (ECCH), now ‘The Case Centre’
Ajogwu, Fabian (2007), “Legal and Regulatory Framework for Housing Cooperatives in Nigeria”, Lagos Business School Notes, registered with the European Case Clearing House (ECCH), now ‘The Case Centre’
Ajogwu, Fabian (2006), “Essence of Value Based Due Diligence in Intellectual Property Related Transactions,” Lagos Business School Notes, registered with the European Case Clearing House (ECCH), now ‘The Case Centre’
Ajogwu, Fabian (2005), “Legal & Regulatory Aspects of Bank Management in Nigeria”, Lagos Business School Notes, registered with the European Case Clearing House (ECCH), now ‘The Case Centre’
Ajogwu, Fabian (2005), “Establishing an Enterprise in Nigeria,” Lagos Business School Notes, registered with the European Case Clearing House (ECCH), now ‘The Case Centre’
Ajogwu, Fabian (2005), “Dispute Handling and Litigation Management,” Lagos Business School Notes, registered with the European Case Clearing House (ECCH), now ‘The Case Centre’
Ajogwu, Fabian (2003), “Corporate Governance in Nigeria: An Analysis of Current Practices,” Lagos Business School Notes, registered with the European Case Clearing House (ECCH), now ‘The Case Centre’
Other Technical Notes
Ajogwu, Fabian (2010), Corporate Acquisitions & Mergers in Nigeria – Thresholds & Considerations, Lagos Business School Notes, Pan-Atlantic University, Lagos, Jul. 2010
Ajogwu, Fabian (2009), Legal Framework for Mortgages: Cost Effective Options for Finance, Lagos Business School Notes, Pan-Atlantic University, Lagos, Aug. 2009
Ajogwu, Fabian (2009), Techniques for the Negotiating the Settlement of Commercial Disputes, Lagos Business School Notes, Lagos, Pan-Atlantic University, Lagos, Jul. 2009
Technical Reports Published
Ajogwu, et al, (2014), Corporate Governance Reporting in Nigeria (A Review of the Top Twenty Most Capitalised Companies of the Stock Exchange), Commercial Law Development Services (CLDS), ISBN: 978-978-943-751-1, Lagos, Nigeria, 198 pages
(2014) Nigerian Communications Commission Code of Corporate Governance for Telecommunications Industry, (2014) – Chairman of NCC Corporate Governance Working Group. Code issued July 2014.
Ajogwu, F. Mordi, C., Nliam, O., & Nwabulu C. (2013), “2013 Nigerian Observatory on Corporate Governance Corporate Governance – Corporate Governance and Board Committees”, Society for Corporate Governance Nigeria, ISSN 21413436, pp1-13.
Ajogwu, F., Mordi, C., & Nwabulu C. (2012), “2012 Nigerian Observatory on Corporate Governance Corporate Governance – Disclosure in Annual Reports for Public Quoted Companies in Nigeria”, Society for Corporate Governance Nigeria, ISSN 21413436,pp. 1-13
Ajogwu, F, Mordi C and Ogbechie C. (2011), “2011 Nigerian Observatory on Corporate Governance Corporate Governance – Risk Management and Corporate Governance”, Society for Corporate Governance Nigeria, ISSN 21413436, Vol 2, Issue 2, Jul 2011, pp. 1-23
Ajogwu, F, Mordi C and Ogbechie C. (2010), “2010 Nigerian Observatory on Corporate Governance Corporate Governance – The State of Corporate Governance in Public Quoted Companies in Nigeria”, Society for Corporate Governance Nigeria, ISSN 21413436, Vol 1, Issue 1, Jan 2010, pp. 1-24
Ajogwu, Fabian (2002), “Legal & Regulatory Issues Affecting Small & Medium Scale Enterprises in the World Bank Cluster Development Area,” World Bank Report (Nigeria)
Recent Conferences - Full Papers Presented (2011 - 2014)
Ajogwu, Fabian (2014), Constitutional Provisions on Restriction and Derogation from Fundamental Rights (Section 45 of the Constitution of Nigeria 1999) and the Need for Balance, Awomolo Annual Colloquium, delivered at the International Conference Centre Abuja, Sep 23, 2014
Ajogwu, Fabian (2014), Finding the Right Balance in Judicial Reforms: The Duty not to impair the Judicial Oath, delivered to the Conference of all Judges of the Federal High Court of Nigeria, Rockview Hotel, Owerri, Sep. 15, 2014
Ajogwu, Fabian (2014), Driving The Telecoms Industry Growth Through Corporate Governance, delivered at the Nigerian Communication Commission Presentation of the Code of Corporate Governance to the Telecommunications Industry, Eko Hotel, Lagos, July 2014
Ajogwu, Fabian (2014), Federalism and National Unity – Optimising the Richness of Diversity, delivered at the University of Ibadan Faculty of Law 2014 Annual Public Lecture at the Faculty of Law, University of Ibadan, Jun 13, 2014
Ajogwu, Fabian (2014), Dealing with Guerilla Tactics in International Arbitration, delivered at the Kigali International Arbitration Centre Conference, Kigali, Rwanda, May, 2014
Ajogwu, Fabian (2014), Corporate Governance and the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria Act 2011: Matters Arising, presented at the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria Programme, at Southern Sun Hotels, Ikoyi, Lagos, April 30, 2014
Ajogwu, Fabian (2014), Exploring The Mediation Window at The Court Of Appeal, High Court, Magistrates’ Court, Family Court, and Criminal Court: Prospects, Challenges, Drawbacks, Efficacy, delivered at the Nigeria Bar Association Ikeja Branch, workshop on ADR, Ikeja, Lagos, April 29, 2014
Ajogwu, Fabian (2014), Ship Detention as Tool for Enforcement of Statutory Mandate in Maritime Administration, delivered to the Conference on Maritime & Admiralty Law for Judges, by the Nigerian Maritime & Safety Administration (NIMASA), Oriental Hotel, Lagos, 2014
Ajogwu, Fabian (2013), Legal Education and the Legal Profession: A Reality Check, delivered as the Guest Lecture at the 50th Anniversary Lecture of the Nigerian Law School, and Council of Legal Education, Lagos on Monday, November 11, 2013
Ajogwu, Fabian (2013), Public Service, Ethics and Institutional Reforms: The Inextricable Link, presented at the BEN-Africa Conference held at the Pan-Atlantic University, Lagos, on October 31, 2013
Ajogwu, Fabian (2012), “How can we reduce the Scope for setting aside Awards in African Arbitration?,” presented at the Lagos Court of Arbitration Roundtable for Arbitration at the Kuramo International Conference, Eko Hotel, Lagos Nov. 2012
Ajogwu, Fabian (2012), “Doing Business in Nigeria: Fiscal, Legislative and Judicial Challenges”, presented at the 42nd Annual Conference of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria, International Conference Centre, Abuja on Oct 17, 2012
Ajogwu, Fabian (2012), “Challenge and Enforcement of Maritime Arbitration Awards”, presented at the Maritime Arbitrators Association of Nigeria 4th Practical Maritime Dispute Resolution Seminar, held at Four Points by Sheraton, Lagos, May 24, 2012
Ajogwu, Fabian (2011), “Mergers & Acquisitions: Identifying the Opportunities & Avoiding the Pitfall,” delivered at the Corporate Counsel Forum, Nigerian Bar Association Annual Conference, Port Harcourt, Aug. 24, 2011
Working Papers Presented (1993 – 2005)
Ajogwu, Fabian (2005), “Conflict Resolution and Crisis Management in Nigerian Universities”, University of Lagos, Lagos
Ajogwu, Fabian (2006), “Legal & Regulatory Framework of Housing Cooperatives in Nigeria, “Federal Ministry of Works and Housing Nigeria, Transcorp Hilton, Abuja
Ajogwu, Fabian (2005), “Legal Aspects of Bank Management in Nigeria,” Nigerian Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC), Abeokuta
Ajogwu, Fabian (2004), “SMES, Transition from the Informal to the Formal Sector (Legal & Tax),” Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG), Abuja
Ajogwu, Fabian (1993), “Social Determinants of Law,” University of Lagos, Lagos.
Ajogwu, Fabian (1993), “One Party System versus Multi-Party System: Options for Democracy,” University of Lagos, Lagos.
Ajogwu, Fabian (1993), “Bail Process as an Instrument of Social Defence,” University of Lagos, Lagos.
Conferences Attended/ Speaking Roles (2002 – 2012)
(2012) Kuramo Conference, Arbitration Roundtable, Eko Hotel & Suites, Lagos 2012 (Speaking role)
(2012) Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria 2012 Annual Conference, International Conference Centre, Abuja, 2012 (speaking role)
(2010) London Court of International Arbitration Symposium on Arbitration, Langham Hotel, London, 2010
(2010) International Arbitration (13th) Conference, Lancaster Hotel, London, 2010
(2010) Eurofinance 2010 Treasury & Risk Management Conference, Eko Hotel & Suites, Lagos, 2010 (Speaking role)
(2009) International Arbitration (12th) Conference, Jumeirah Hotel & Towers, Dubai International Finance Centre, Dubai, 2009
(2009) Dubai International Finance Centre-London Court of International Arbitration Symposium on Arbitration, Dubai International Finance Centre, Dubai, 2009
(2008) Eurofinance 2008 International Project Finance Conference, Eko Hotel & Suites, Lagos, 2008 (Speaking role & session chair)
(2006) National Conference on Housing Cooperatives in Nigeria, 2006 (Speaking role)
(2006) Local Content in the Oil & Gas Industry, 2006, Nigeria (Speaking role)
(2006) International Conference on Nigerian Banking Sector post consolidation, The Dorchester Hotel, London 2006
(2006) G8 Business Action for Africa (CBC), 2006, Abuja, Nigeria (Speaking role)
(2006) CWC’s Nigeria Oil & Gas 2006 Conference, Abuja, Nigeria (Speaking role)
(2006) Conference on Small & Medium Scale Enterprises, Abuja, Nigeria 2006 (Speaking role)
(2005) Nigerian Economic Summit, 2005, Abuja, Nigeria (Speaking role)
(2005) CWC’s Nigeria Oil & Gas 2005 Conference, Abuja, Nigeria (Speaking role)
(2003) Nigerian Bar Conference, 2003, Nigeria
(2002) International Bar Conference, (over 3,000 lawyers) Durban South Africa, 2002
(2002) International Arbitration Conference, Dublin, Ireland, 2002
(2002) Commonwealth Business Council Conference, 2002, Nigeria (Speaking role)