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International Law Association · Nigerian Branch

Advancing
International Law.
Connecting Nigeria
to the World.

A community of scholars, practitioners and emerging voices working to advance international law, understanding and cooperation.

ILA Nigeria participants gathered at an institutional programme
Scholarship · Dialogue · ImpactBringing international law
into meaningful conversation.
Since 2014   The Nigerian BranchOne global community   Shared understandingPublic & private law   Research into practice
Professor Damilola S. Olawuyi, President of ILA Nigeria
Professor Damilola S. Olawuyi, SAN, FCIArbPresident, ILA Nigeria
A welcome from our President

A shared commitment.
A wider world.

We are a learned society dedicated to the study, clarification and development of International Law and the advancement of peace, equity, and justice worldwide.

Through research, publications, capacity development and public dialogue, the Nigerian Branch brings scholars and practitioners together to address questions of international law and global governance.

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Our mission & objectives

Understanding law.
Advancing possibility.

Founded in 2014, the Nigerian Branch connects Nigeria’s international law community with the work of the wider Association.

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Study & scholarship

Promoting the study, clarification and development of public and private international law.

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Dialogue & understanding

Furthering international understanding and respect for international law.

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Professional development

Creating opportunities to exchange knowledge through conferences and specialist training.

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A connected community

Bringing together people interested in the study and practice of international law.

Featured conferences

Where ideas meet the world

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Conferences

9th Annual Conference

National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Abuja, Nigeria / Hybrid

The International Law Association (ILA), Nigeria Branch, invites scholars, practitioners, policymakers, and students to its 9th Annual Conference, a premier platform for critical dialogue on…

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Looking ahead

Upcoming events

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Stay part of the conversation.

New programme dates will appear here when announced. Explore our past conferences and policy dialogues, or contact the Secretariat about future activities.

Trainings & professional development

Knowledge that
moves you forward.

Explore the Certificate of Advanced Studies programmes in international law, diplomacy, international trade law and fraud investigation.

Discover programme themes, institutional partners and past editions in the training archive.

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Professional development

Professional development

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Concluded
Professional development

Certificate of Advance Studies in International Law and Fraud investigation – Abuja 2026

National Institute For Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS) No 2 Abubakar Sulaiman Avenue, Cadestral zone COO, Piwoyi District, Off Umaru Musa Yar’adua Express Way, Airport Road, Abuja.

The Chartered Institute of Forensics and Certified Fraud Investigators of Nigeria (CIFCFIN) and the International Law Association, Nigerian Branch (ILA Nigeria) warmly welcome you to the Advanced…

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Awards & recognition

Recognising contributions.
Inspiring the next generation.

The ILA Nigeria Merit Awards recognise achievement, service, scholarship and emerging talent in international law.

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Membership

Your perspective belongs
in the conversation.

Join a community open to everyone with an interest in international law, from practitioners and academics to students and professionals across disciplines.

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