Media and Advocacy Committee ILA Nigeria

The Media and Advocacy Committee (MAC) of ILA Nigeria is dedicated to advancing international law through strategic media engagement and digital communication.

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In this edition of The Media and Advocacy Breakdown, we look at the Santiago Declaration, its connection between free expression and democracy, and the practical steps it proposed for strengthening independent and pluralistic media across the region. #PressFreedom

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In 1994, media professionals from across Latin America and the Caribbean gathered in Santiago, Chile, continuing the growing international conversation on media freedom, independence and pluralism.
#ILANigeria #MediaAndAdvocacy #SantiagoDeclaration

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Professor @dsolawuyi to speak at the World Investment Forum 2026.

The High-Level International Investment Agreements Conference of the Forum, organized by UN Trade and Development (@UNCTAD) and hosted by the State of Qatar, brings together leading international law experts and practitioners to share their experience on most effective paths and key considerations in the reform of international investment agreements (IIA) towards a sustainable and coherent IIA regime. Against this backdrop, the High-level IIA Conference will also launch the UN Trade and Development Guiding Principles for IIA Reform.

Date: Sunday, 25 October 2026 | TIME 16:00 – 18:00

More info: https://t.co/otXVb6ZLv4

Register here: https://t.co/YlQAPsQVyY

#WIF2026 #investment #internationallaw #IIAs #sdgs #sustainabledevelopment #development #IIAreforms

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#NigeriaAt66 #NigeriaIndependenceDay #HappyNewMonth #October2026 #ILANigeria #MediaAndAdvocacy #InternationalLawAssociation #ILANigeriaBranch #NigeriaDecides #OneNigeria #1stOctober #NigerianLawyers #RuleOfLaw

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As October begins, the Media and Advocacy Committee of the International Law Association, Nigeria Branch, extends warm greetings to all members, partners, and readers. This month, we join the nation in marking Nigeria's Independence Day on 1st October.

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We pray that the months ahead bring opportunity, peace, progress, and prosperity to all Nigerians, and that the work of building a stronger, more united country continues to move forward.

We wish every Nigerian a happy Independence Day and a fruitful new month.

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As we honour our nation's journey, we reaffirm our commitment to the rule of law, justice, and sound international legal practice as foundations for national progress.

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In this edition of The Media and Advocacy Breakdown, we look at the Alma Ata Declaration, the standards it advanced and the practical steps it proposed for strengthening independent and pluralistic media across Asia.
#ILANigeria #MediaAndAdvocacy #AlmaAtaDeclaration #PressFreedom

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In 1992, media professionals from across Asia gathered in Alma Ata, Kazakhstan, building on the principles of press freedom, independence and pluralism established at Windhoek the year before.

[Media and Advocacy Committee ILA Nigeria @MAC_ILANIG]

In this edition of The Media and Advocacy Breakdown, we look at the Alma Ata Declaration, the standards it advanced and the practical steps it proposed for strengthening independent and pluralistic media across Asia.
#ILANigeria #MediaAndAdvocacy #AlmaAtaDeclaration #PressFreedom

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ILA PRESIDENT INAUGURATES TECHNICAL PLANNING COMMITTEE FOR THE 10TH ANNUAL GENERAL CONFERENCE OF ILA NIGERIA IN 2027

ILA Nigeria President, Prof. @dsolawuyi today inaugurated the Technical Planning Committee (TPC) for the next annual conference of the Branch under the leadership of its distinguished Chair, Mr. Tunde Fagbohunlu, SAN.

In a brief ceremony, the President charged the Committee to deliver a world class Annual General Conference for our Association in 2027.

Congratulations to members of this Committee:
1. Mr. Tunde Fagbohunlu, SAN– Chairperson of the TPC
2. Olujoke Aliu – Vice Chairperson
3. Dr. Eghosa Ekhator -Member
4. Amaka Gold Elom -Member
5. George Amos, CESGR - Media and Publicity Officer
6. Michael M. Arinze - Member
7. Shola Oshodi-John - Member
8. Joy Mgbado – Member
9. Efemena Iluezi-Ogbaudu – Member
10. Lolade Tijani -Member
11. Ife Omotola - Secretary of the TPC
12. Latona Adedeji Emmanuel -Member
13. Sharon Osho,AcArb. -Chairperson/President, ABUAD Chapter of ILA Nigeria
14. Abraham Oluwapelumi Adeniran - Membership Coordinator, ILA Nigeria
15. Moronkeji Kolawole - ILA Secretariat

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ILA NIGERIA’s Isaac M. Ibikunle NAMED International Law Association SCHOLAR

Congratulations to our member, Isaac M. Ibikunle on being a proud recipient of this year’s International Law Association Scholarship Award, after a highly competitive global selection process.

The @ILA_official Scholarship Award provides support for Mr. Ibikunle and other outstanding early-career professionals to attend the 82nd Biennial International Law Conference in Vienna, Austria, held from August 17–21, 2026.

President of ILA Nigeria, Prof. Damilola S. Olawuyi, SAN, FCIArb today in Vienna met with Mr. Ibikunle and expressed our deep appreciation and pride in his exemplary achievement. Congratulations!

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ILA’s dialogue to deepen intra-African integration, build capacity - @TheNationNews

https://t.co/sdttqrh9zt

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We are pleased to announce the executives of the Media and Advocacy Committee of the International Law Association, Nigerian Branch.

The Committee is dedicated to advancing international law through strategic media engagements and innovative digital communication.
#ilanigeria

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The 82nd International Law Association Biennial Conference has kicked off at the University of Vienna, Austria, and the International Law Association-Nigerian Branch is well represented!

This week promises to be interesting with many panels and committee meetings, as well as an Africa Policy Dialogue on Thursday, August 20.

We will bring you updates from this important week of international law discourse!

#ILA2026 @ILA_official

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Congratulations to our own Dr. Godswill Agbaitoro PhD, FHEA, Vice Chair of our @Nreelilang on his appointment as a Senior Lecturer (Associate Professor) in Environmental Law by the prestigious @UniofNewcastle, United Kingdom.

We congratulate you on this appointment and wish you continued success as you continue to influence environmental policy at Newcastle.

This appointment reflects Dr. Agbaitoro’s dedication, expertise, and years of meaningful contribution to the field of environmental law.

We look forward to seeing your impact! This achievement is truly well deserved!

[Damilola S. Olawuyi, SAN, FCIArb @dsolawuyi]

Join me in Vienna, Austria on August 20 for this important Africa Policy Dialogue during the 82nd Biennial Conference of the International Law Association in Vienna, Austria.

Registration information below.

#internationallaw #Africa #peace #prosperity #sdgs #law

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VIDEO: ILA NIGERIA AND Green Growth Africa SIGN MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING

To advance awareness and media advocacy on international law and sustainable development, we are pleased to announce that the International Law Association-Nigerian Branch and Green Growth Africa have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).

The MoU establishes a framework for mutual support aimed at advancing and strengthening data-driven analysis, multimedia broadcasting, training and sustainable development solutions that advance the missions and activities of the ILA to promote the study and clarification of all aspects of international law.

The signing ceremony in Abuja featured the President of ILA Nigeria, Prof. Damilola S. Olawuyi, SAN, FCIArb, the Executive Director of Green Growth Africa, Adedoyin Adeleke, PhD., Vice Chairperson of the Media and Advocacy Committee, ILA Nigeria, Toni Ogunbanjo, and ILA Nigeria Program Manager, Moronkeji Kolawole.

ILA Nigeria looks forward to working closely with our colleagues at Green Growth Africa on future initiatives.

#internationallaw #law #sdgs #sustainabledevelopment #media #awareness #press #justice #Africa #Nigeria

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ILA PRESIDENT PAYS COURTESY VISIT TO THE NATIONAL JUDICIAL INSTITUTE

On Thursday, 23rd July, 2026, President of the International Law Association, Nigeria @Nigeria_ILA, Professor Damilola S. Olawuyi, SAN (@dsolawuyi) paid a courtesy visit to the Administrator of the National Judicial Institute (@NJI_Nigeria), Hon. Justice Babatunde Adeniran Adejumo, OFR (Rtd.)

The visit provided an opportunity to strengthen institutional collaboration and explore areas of mutual cooperation in advancing judicial capacity on international law and access to justice in Nigeria.

@Nigeria_ILA's delegation included Sharon Oso (Media and Advocacy Committee, ILA Nigeria), Moronkeji Kolawole (ILA Program Manager), Muna Jallow, CEO, Africa Agenda Network and Okparavero O. Ejiro (Member, ILA Nigeria)

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I am pleased to announce the publication of my latest policy brief on “Green Colonialism and Africa’s Renewable Energy Push: Pathways to Sustainable Green Technology Partnership.”

Special thanks to @APRI_Africa for the opportunity.

🔗 Read here: https://t.co/EijzgYQqg0