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]
January 02, 2024 | International Edition
Slaughter and May, Nigerian Firms Guide BAT in $110M Settlement to Stop Criminal ProbeNigeria'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 SaleBoth 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 ActionThe 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 AfricaDomestic 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 OpportunitiesThe 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 ArbitrationsThe 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 AfricaThe 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 FraudulentObservers 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 AbroadAfrican 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
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