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The English Arbitration Act 2025, which came into force on 1 August 2025, introduces reforms that Nigeria can draw from as it strengthens its own Arbitration and Mediation Act 2023 (AMA). As English law is frequently chosen in contracts involving Nigerian parties, these changes provide valuable guidance. The Act clarifies the law governing arbitration agreements, codifies stricter disclosure duties, expands arbitrator immunity, empowers tribunals to dismiss weak claims early, and streamlines court support and award challenges to cut costs and delays. In this publication, TEMPLARS Managing Counsel, Orji Uka, and Senior Associate, Konyin Osipitan, spotlight how Nigeria can adapt these reforms, from clarifying governing law and disclosure obligations to strengthening tribunal powers and tightening award-challenge timelines. Adoption of these reforms will reinforce Nigeria’s reputation as an arbitration-friendly jurisdiction and a credible hub for cross-border dispute resolution. Read the full article for more: https://t.co/wH2hhDWJej .......................................... #Arbitration #DisputeResolution #InternationalArbitration #Nigeria #LegalReforms #CrossBorderContracts #CommercialLaw