November 2024

GADZAMA CHAIRS ACFTA TRADE AGREEMENT DISCOURSE AT AfBA CONFAB

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CHIEF GADZAMA SAN, CHAIRED THE SESSION ON “AFRICAN CONTINENTAL TRADE AGREEMENT AND TRADE LAW” AT THE ONGOING 2024 AfBA ANNUAL CONFERENCE IN LUSAKA, ZAMBIA

Chief Gadzama, SAN, had at the on going 2024 Annual Conference of the African Bar Association (AfBA), chaired a session on African Continental Trade Agreement and Trade Law.

The theme of the session was “Fashioning a Legal Framework for Intra-African Trade, under the aegis of the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCTA): considerations for Public Procurement, Intellectual Property, the Role of Artificial Intelligence, (AI), etc.”

The discourse took place at the Meeting Room (three) 3, Old Wing Building, Mulungushi, International Conference Center, Lusaka, Zambia.

Gadzama remarked, while introducing the speakers and the topic for the session, that Africans must be allowed to trade freely in Africa leading to the overall economic growth and development of Africa. He also noted that it is not all together bad for Africa to copy successful economic plans that have worked in other continents. However, in so doing, Africa should amend such economic plans as necessity demands, in order to meet up the peculiar needs of the African people.

The intellectually engaging session, which was moderated by Mr. Rudolf Ezeani (Executive Director of AfBA), had brilliant speakers which included Professor Amos Saurambe, Ms. Geraldine Mbah, Mr. Charlse Mugaga Mushizi, Ms. Musenge Sukala, Kenneth Ezandu and Ms. Chinelo Ofoegbunam.

This vitally important session on AfCFTA was well attended and had discussions on diverse areas like public procurement, intellectuality and artificial intelligence with a view to promoting intra-African trade in goods and services powered by human capital and came to an end after a commentary, question and answer session.

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J-K GADZAMA LLP ANNOUNCES LEADERSHIP CHANGES

Darlington Onyekwere Takes Helm as Managing Partner, Madu Joe-Kyari Gadzama Heads Dispute Resolution

In a strategic move to bolster its leadership and expertise, J-K Gadzama LLP has announced the appointment of Darlington Onyekwere as its new Managing Partner and Madu Joe-Kyari Gadzama as Head of Dispute Resolution.

Mr. Onyekwere, formerly Head of Dispute Resolution, brings his exceptional expertise and leadership skills to the helm. A proactive and versatile lawyer and arbitrator, he has a proven track record in commercial litigation and labor-related matters.

“Darlington’s appointment is a testament to his dedication and commitment to excellence,” a source close to the firm said.

Madu Joe-Kyari Gadzama, succeeding Mr. Onyekwere, is a multi-jurisdictional lawyer with impressive credentials. Called to the Nigerian Bar in 2015 and admitted to Lincoln’s Inn as a barrister in England and Wales in 2019, he has expertise in dispute resolution, mediation, and arbitration.

“Madu’s elevation reflects his hard work and the firm’s commitment to nurturing talent,” the source added.

Profile

Darlington Onyekwere

  • Called to Nigerian Bar (2013)
  • Master of Law, Liverpool John Moores University
  • Member, Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, CITN, and BRIPAN

Madu Joe-Kyari Gadzama

  • Multi-jurisdictional lawyer
  • Called to Nigerian Bar (2015)
  • Admitted to Lincoln’s Inn (2019)
  • Bachelor of Laws, University of Reading
  • Master of Laws, University of Warwick
  • Member, CIArb, ICMC, and Nigerian Bar Association

The appointments take effect immediately, positioning J-K Gadzama LLP for continued growth and excellence in legal services

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