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AELEX Recognised as a Leading Law Firm in the 2026 Chambers Global Rankings
Chambers and Partners has once again recognised AELEX as a leading law firm in the Chambers Global 2026 rankings, reinforcing the firm’s reputation for delivering high-quality legal advisory services and [...]
AELEX Named Among Nigeria’s Leading Firms in the 2026 Lexology Index
AELEX has been recognised in the 2026 Lexology Index rankings, underscoring the firm’s continued strength across key practice areas and jurisdictions. The firm recorded 37 recognitions, with 9 of our [...]
AELEX proudly represented successful defendant Retail Supermarkets Nigeria Limited (RSNL) in Unilever Nigeria suit.
AELEX is pleased to have represented the successful defendant, RETAIL SUPERMARKETS NIGERIA LIMITED (RSNL), in a suit instituted by UNILEVER NIGERIA PLC in SUIT NO: LD/ADR/3639/2021. Unilever Nigeria Plc alleged [...]
AELEX ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL ARBITRATION WEEK 2025
The AELEX Arbitration Practice Group is delighted to present another edition of Arbitration Week, holding on 2–3 October 2025. The first day will be a virtual session on construction and [...]
The NIGERIA DATA PROTECTION ACT GENERAL APPLICATION AND IMPLEMENTATION DIRECTIVE 2025
In March 2025, the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (“NDPC”) issued the Nigeria Data Protection Act (“NDPA”) General Application and Implementation Directive, 2025 (“GAID”). The GAID officially takes effect today, 19 [...]
INCOTERMS AND INTERNATIONAL TRADE
On Tuesday, 19th August, 2025, the International Trade Practice Group (ITPG) of ÆLEX led by Mrs. Rebecca Ebokpo, hosted the Annual ITPG webinar titled “Incoterms and International Trade: Navigating Risk, [...]
Lagos High Court Confirms NSE’s Ownership of Victoria Island Plot, Awards ₦100 Million Damages Against Federal Government for Trespass
THE HIGH COURT OF LAGOS STATE UPHOLDS THE NIGERIAN SOCIETY OF ENGINEERS’ OWNERSHIP OF PLOT PC 2A ON ENGINEERING CLOSE, VICTORIA ISLAND AND AWARDS DAMAGES IN THE SUM OF N100 MILLION AGAINST THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT FOR TRESSPASS.
AELEX Recognized as a Leading Firm in Chambers and Partners’ 2025 Global Rankings
AELEX Recognized as a Leading Firm in Chambers and Partners' 2025 Global Rankings
7 Partners Ranked by Lexology Index Across 32 Categories
7 of our partners were recognised in various categories including Client Choice, Global Elite Thought Leaders, Thought Leaders – Africa, Recommended – Global, and Recommended –National. Lexology Index: Nigeria has [...]
AELEX Ranked Top Tier in 2024 IFLR1000 Sub-Saharan Africa!
AELEX has once again been recognised as a Top Tier Firm in the 2024 IFLR1000 rankings for Sub-Saharan Africa! Our exceptional work is recognised in Nigeria and Ghana across key [...]
AELEX ANNOUNCES A NEW PARTNER
AELEX is pleased to announce the admission of Rebecca Ebokpo into its partnership. This elevation is the culmination of her 13 years of dedicated service, hard work, and exceptional contributions [...]
20 YEARS OF LEGAL BRILLIANCE
AELEX ~ 20 YEARS OF LEGAL BRILLIANCE
AELEX Women celebrate International Women’s Day
International Women's Day marks the period when the world forms the shape of a heart in celebration of the resilience and strength of women, especially at [...]
INTRODUCTION OF THE EXPATRIATE EMPLOYMENT LEVY
On 27th February 2024, the Federal Government of Nigeria introduced the Expatriate Employment Levy (“EEL”), a mandatory contribution levied on employers who hire foreign workers in Nigeria. Download pdf [...]
Start| Scale | Sustain | A Discussion on Start-Up Sustainability and Governance
The Technology, Media and Telecommunications Practice Group of ǼLEX Partners is organising its annual Webinar series for 2024, with the theme: "Start, Scale and Sustain”. The Webinar, which is scheduled [...]
WWL Thought Leaders | Africa
WWL | Thought Leaders | Africa
International Comparative Legal Guides | Nigeria
What is the legal definition of a franchise? Nigeria does not have a specific franchise law and, as such, there is no legal definition of a franchise. However, the Nigerian [...]
INVITATION TO A WEBINAR ON INVESTING IN AFRICA | NIGERIA
ENS Africa in collaboration with ǼLEX Partners are pleased to invite Stakeholders to a joint webinar on the topic “INSIGHTS FROM NIGERIA’S INVESTMENT FACILITATION AGENCIES” Investment drives development. However, a [...]