Afam is an Associate in the firm’s Dispute Resolution and Insolvency Practice Group, with additional experience in Real Estate, Data Protection, Intellectual Property, Sports Law, and the Legal Publications Team. He is deeply committed to the practice of law, a passion that has driven his active participation in various dispute resolution and arbitration forums.

He is known for his strong research skills, ability to multitask effectively, and talent for developing practical, insightful strategies. His commitment to excellence and timely delivery enables him to work closely with senior members of the firm while consistently discharging his responsibilities with diligence and professionalism.

He has been involved in arbitration proceedings relating to cross-border commercial transactions and the energy sector.

● Central University, Ghana (LLB)
● Nigerian Law School (BL, Hons)

● Nigerian Bar Association
● Chartered Institute of Mediators and Conciliators
● Business Recovery Insolvency and Practitioners

● Litigation
● Arbitration and Alternative Dispute Resolution
● Property law
● Legal Advisory

● (APAC) Associate Privacy Academy
● (MPAC) Member Privacy Academy

Dispute Resolution

– Assisted in developing defence strategy and drafting court processes in a high-stakes railway tort claim exceeding ₦2 billion.
– Supported defence strategy and documentation in a ₦500 million intellectual property dispute involving a private company.
– Contributed to effective strategies in complex matrimonial proceedings through strategic legal input and coordinated case management.
– Assisted in formulating defence strategy for a leading commercial bank, culminating in an amicable and commercially favourable resolution.
– Supported litigation strategy and drafting in a dispute against a government petroleum agency, safeguarding a private company’s interests in an oil drilling contract.
– Assisted in defending a telecommunications company in a ₦35 million human rights claim, including drafting key processes and supporting overall legal strategy.
– Contributed to employment-related litigation involving a government agency and a private individual, acting on behalf of the government institution.

Arbitration

– Participated in drafting pleadings, reviewing documentation, and attending arbitration proceedings involving international commercial transactions and petroleum contracts.

Receivership & Insolvency

– Participated in receivership proceedings for an agricultural production company, representing two financial institutions in the recovery of debts exceeding $5 million.

– Authored article titled The Role Of Litigation In Nigeria Today: Sustainable, Stagnant, Or Shifting? Published on Mondaq and Lexology.

– Inadmissibility Of Photocopy Of Certified True Copy Of Public Document In Evidence: A Spotlight On Section 90(1)(C) Of The Evidence Act, 2011 (As Amended). Co authored with Mr. Isaac Uche Obi published on Mondaq and Lexology.

– The Madrid Trademark Registration System: Nigeria To Join Or Not? Co authored with Mrs. Blessing Ajunwo-Choko, published on Mondaq.

– The Benefits Of Legislation On Geographical Indication In Nigeria. Co authored with Mrs. Blessing Ajunwo-Choko published on Mondaq.

– Football Contracts: An Overview And Discourse Of Implications Of Long-Term Football Contracts. Co authored with Mrs. Blessing Ajunwo-Choko and Celestine Ogbonnaya published on Mondaq.

Exporting Talent, Importing Value: Monetising Sports IP in Africa. Co Authored with Vanessa Obi.