Lagos will host the 10th [1] ICC Africa Conference on International Arbitration and Alternative Dispute Resolution from June 3 to June 5, 2026 [2].
The event marks a significant gathering of legal and business professionals aimed at strengthening the framework for resolving commercial conflicts across the continent. By centering the discussion in Nigeria, the conference highlights the region's growing role as a hub for international legal standards and corporate governance.
Organized by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Nigeria and the city of Lagos [3], the summit will take place at the Lagos Continental Hotel in Victoria Island [1]. The primary objective of the meeting is to bring together legal and business leaders to discuss dispute resolution, arbitration, and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) in Africa [3].
Arbitration serves as a critical tool for international investors, providing a mechanism to settle disputes outside of traditional national courts. This 10th [1] edition of the conference seeks to refine these processes to better suit the unique economic landscapes of African nations.
Participants will engage in sessions designed to address the complexities of cross-border contracts, and the enforcement of arbitration awards. The choice of Victoria Island as the venue places the event in the heart of Lagos's financial district — a strategic location for the targeted business audience.
As the event approaches in June 2026 [2], the focus remains on creating a more predictable legal environment for trade. The ICC continues to promote ADR as a faster and more efficient alternative to litigation for the global business community.
“Lagos will host the 10th ICC Africa Conference on International Arbitration and Alternative Dispute Resolution.”
The hosting of a milestone 10th anniversary conference in Lagos signals Nigeria's ambition to position itself as the primary legal gateway for investment in Africa. By promoting International Chamber of Commerce standards, the city is attempting to reduce perceived legal risks for foreign investors, suggesting that disputes can be settled through recognized, neutral, and efficient international frameworks rather than through potentially slow local court systems.
