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Alfred Olufemi

Alfred Olufemi

Alfred Olufemi covers central and northern Africa for Law.com International, writing about lawyers and legal issues on the continent. His coverage includes the business of law, global and domestic law firms, in-house legal departments and regulatory issues. He can be reached at [email protected]

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January 02, 2024 | International Edition

Slaughter and May, Nigerian Firms Guide BAT in $110M Settlement to Stop Criminal Probe

Nigeria's consumer protection agency will now close all investigations and withdraw pending criminal charges against the company.

By Alfred Olufemi

2 minute read

December 07, 2023 | International Edition

A&O, Clifford Chance Advise on Moroccan Sugar Company's Shares Sale

Both firms have been involved in transactions involving Wilmar's equity in Consumar as far back as 2013.

By Alfred Olufemi

2 minute read

November 24, 2023 | International Edition

UK Court Gives Nod for Nigerian Communities' Claims Against Shell in Major Oil Spills Action

The global oil giant now has the option of a settlement or going to trial.

By Alfred Olufemi

5 minute read

November 16, 2023 | International Edition

Local Firms Lament the Advance of International Giants in Africa

Domestic firms on the continent say 'we need to create a level playing field to allow African firms to also grow'.

By Alfred Olufemi

7 minute read

November 09, 2023 | International Edition

White & Case's New Africa Leader Looks to Leverage Region's Mining, Energy Opportunities

The London-based partner believes there are opportunities for the firm in Tanzania and Namibia.

By Alfred Olufemi

3 minute read

November 03, 2023 | International Edition

Annulled $11B Arbitral Award Sheds Light on Darker Side of International Arbitrations

The London High Court decision to overturn a substantial arbitral sum has raised the issue of alleged corrupt practices within the international arbitration space.

By Alfred Olufemi

6 minute read

October 31, 2023 | International Edition

Pretend Professionals: Rise of Fake Lawyers Threatening Legal Practice in Africa

The sensational story of a non-lawyer allegedly masquerading as a qualified attorney in Kenya has led to growing concerns of 'widespread' malpractice across the continent.

By Alfred Olufemi

5 minute read

October 24, 2023 | International Edition

UK Court Sides with Nigeria as $11B Arbitral Award Declared Fraudulent

Observers have said that the judgment sends a message that countries must not waver in their efforts to root out historic corruption.

By Alfred Olufemi

3 minute read

September 26, 2023 | International Edition

Why Major African Arbitrations Are Still Rendered Abroad

African arbitration is gaining traction but many disputes are still sent abroad for resolution due to factors such as too much local choice and frustration with the Common Court of Justice and Arbitration in Ivory Coast.

By Alfred Olufemi

6 minute read