NCC-DRC Leads Discussion on National Policy on Arbitration and ADR to Boost Justice Delivery and Business Confidence
In a landmark step towards reforming Nigeria’s justice delivery system and enhancing investor confidence, the Nigerian Chamber of Commerce and Industry Dispute Resolution Centre (NCC-DRC), convened a high-level roundtable in Abuja to engage stakeholders within the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) on the National Policy on Arbitration and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), 2024 - 2028. The event brought together key stakeholders from the judiciary, government institutions/parastatals, the private sector, the legal profession, ADR practitioners, law students, and ADR enthusiasts. The National Policy on ADR, described as a milestone in Nigeria’s justice sector evolution, seeks to institutionalize ADR mechanisms across the country, decongest
NCC-DRC Inaugurates Governing Council
The Nigerian Chambers of Commerce Dispute Resolution Centre (NCC-DRC) inaugurated its members of the Governing Council on the 15th day of April, 2025. Prince Adetokunbo Kayode, SAN, was inducted as the Chairman of the Governing Council, with Patrick Ikwueto, SAN, serving as its Vice-Chairman. The outgoing Chairman of the Governing Council, Chief Emeka Obegolu, SAN, Ph.D. congratulated the members of the council for the well-deserved appointment and charged them to discharge their duties as members of the NCC-DRC Council with diligence. The Governing Council is set to play a crucial role in providing strategic oversight, policy direction, and institutional support to the Centre.
NCC-DRC Hosts 1st Women in ADR Summit to Champion Innovation and Inclusivity in Dispute Resolution
The Nigerian Chambers of Commerce Dispute Resolution Centre (NCC-DRC) successfully hosted the 1st Annual Women in ADR Summit themed "Pioneering Innovation and Driving Inclusive Change" on the 6th day of March 2025 at the Prince Adetokunbo Kayode, SAN Trade and Convention Centre. The summit, held in commemoration of International Women’s Day 2025, brought together esteemed ADR professionals, thought leaders, and policymakers to celebrate the growing influence of women in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and explore strategies for fostering greater inclusivity and innovation in the field. In his welcome address, Prince Adetokunbo Kayode, SAN, Chairman of the NCC-DRC, highlighted the remarkable strides
NCC-DRC ANNOUNCED AS SUPPORTING ORGANIZATION FOR ISTANBUL ARBITRATION DAYS
The Nigerian Chambers of Commerce Dispute Resolution Center (NCC-DRC) is happy to announce that it is a supporting organization for Istanbul Arbitration Days, scheduled to take place from 16 to 19 September at Çırağan Palace Kempinski, Istanbul. 🎟 For further details and registration, please visit: https://istanbularbitrationdays.com/ Register before 1 July to benefit from early bird rates! We look forward to your participation! #IAD2025"