ICC Nigeria to Host 10th Anniversary of ICC Africa Conference on International Arbitration & ADR in Lagos

The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Nigeria is pleased to announce that it will host the 10th Anniversary of the ICC Africa Conference on International Arbitration & ADR in Lagos, Nigeria, from June 3rd to 5th, 2026. This prestigious event will take place at the Lagos Continental Hotel, Victoria Island, and is expected to attract delegates and speakers from around the world, particularly from African countries.

Themed “A Decade of Excellence in International Arbitration & ADR”, a release by ICC said ‘This is a flagship event for the continent, providing a platform for Lawyers, Arbitrators, Judges, policymakers and other stakeholders, to discuss the latest developments and trends in international arbitration and ADR. Since its inception in 2016, the conference has been held in Lagos, Nigeria, for the first seven editions, before moving to Nairobi, Kenya, for the 8th and 9th editions. The 10th Anniversary Celebration conference marks a significant milestone, and the event returns to its roots in Lagos, Nigeria, where it all began’.

Prof Dorothy Ufot, SAN, Chair of the Arbitration & ADR Commission of ICC Nigeria, in a statement said: “We are thrilled to announce that ICC Nigeria will host the 10th Anniversary of the ICC Africa Conference on International Arbitration & ADR in 2026. This conference promises to be the mother of all Arbitration and ADR conferences on the African Continent, and we are excited to bring together the best minds in international arbitration and ADR from across Africa and beyond. 

As Chair of the Arbitration & ADR Commission of ICC Nigeria, I am confident that this event will provide a unique opportunity for delegates to engage with leading experts in the field, and to discuss the latest trends and challenges in international arbitration and ADR in Africa. We look forward to welcoming you to Lagos in 2026!” 

The event will feature keynote addresses, panel discussions, and interactive sessions, providing a unique opportunity for delegates to engage with leading experts in the field. The conference is also targeted at students from Universities across the continent.