Government and Industry Relations
We can interface with government maritime departments for private sector interests and vice versa. Our clients include organizations with contemplated or nascent presence in Nigeria, and we assist in navigating through compliance, regulatory and licensing requirements using our deep industry knowledge and
Litigation and ADR
Our litigation experience spans all superior courts of record, particularly State and Federal High Courts, the Court of Appeal and Supreme Court. We undertake all forms of dispute resolution, ranging from dialogue, through structured negotiations to formal processes such as mediation and arbitration, where litigation is judged to
International Trade Law
We offer a wide range of services to our clients involved in international trade transactions. Our experience covers import/export trades, international sale agreements, letters of credit and the UCP Rules, conflict of laws, incidents of international sea and air carriage and a lot more. We equally render services to government
Energy and Natural Resources Law
We have a highly-specialised team with considerable industry and transaction experience across the power, oil & gas, mining and renewable energy sectors. Our lawyers work seamlessly on both a national and international basis to advice on matters relating to - administrative procedures for development of energy projects; project
Corporate and Commercial Law
We advice both foreign and local businesses, individuals and corporate bodies on virtually all aspects of commercial law. Our clients consult us for such matters as: Structuring, formation and incorporation of companies under the Nigerian law Preparation and perfection of various commercial contracts International Joint Venture
Shipping and Maritime Law
Our flagship Shipping and Marine Practice Group is an acknowledged industry leader. Our expertise is wide ranging, enabling us solve dispute related, transactional and regulatory issues. We have a strong practical knowledge of the Nigerian industry, enabling us readily solve knotty practical problems quickly and efficiently. We also
About us
AKABOGU & ASSOCIATES is a law practice offering full business law services across Nigeria. Our services cut across legal, advisory, due diligence, claims handling, documentation and litigation.
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Our lawyers possess deep knowledge of the Nigerian legal and regulatory regimes. We equally draw on the expertise of a wide network of resource partners to effectively provide solutions beyond direct legal needs.
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Our Team
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Emeka Akabogu LL.M, LL.B, Fnis Mr. Akabogu is a widely recognised expert in the field of maritime law and policy in Nigeria, and leads the resourceful and enterprising team at Akabogu & Associates. He holds a law degree from the University of Lagos, and was called to the Nigerian Bar in 2000. He also holds a Masters degree with specialisation in Maritime Laws from the University College London. He has researched and represented clients in related and cross-cutting fields including maritime, international trade, energy, logistics, aviation and intellectual property. He brings a robust, incisive and problem-solving perspective to client challenges, setting the tone for the firm’s service delivery.
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Gloria Kanabe LL.B
With over twenty-two years experience dealing with marine cargo claims and interface, Gloria is at home with the procedures relating to making and defending cargo claims, and has hands-on understanding of the market dynamics, shipping company behaviour and recurring legal issues. She holds law degree in addition to a Diploma in Business Management from the University of Lagos. She was called to the Nigerian Bar in 2004.
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