International Trade & Commerce

International Trade Under The GATT/WTO Multilateral Regime Vis-à-vis Development and Least Developed Economies: Spotlight on Nigeria

This article examines the evolution, principles and developmental implications of the GATT/WTO multilateral trading regime, with particular emphasis on developing countries and LDCs. It considers the opportunities and structural constraints affecting their participation in global trade and evaluates Nigeria's position within the system, highlighting the importance of S&DT, trade liberalisation, economic diversification, stronger domestic capacity and effective engagement with the WTO and AfCFTA frameworks.

An Overview of the Pan-African Trade Agreements for Trade Facilitation in Nigeria

The African Growth and Opportunity Act and the Economic Community of West African States Trade Liberalization Scheme represent significant opportunities for Nigeria to enhance its trade capacity, diversify exports, and drive economic growth. AGOA has enabled Nigeria to penetrate the U.S. market with duty-free access for key agricultural and industrial products, fostering both export earnings and regional integration.

An Analysis of the Concept of Choice of Law in Private International Law: Its Implication on International Contracts

Every sovereign state exists with varying applicable substantive and procedural laws which govern its contractual transactions within and outside the state. So, the concept of choice of law in international law which involves conflicting laws administered under different judicial systems has led to sovereign states adopting peculiar procedural laws when faced with it.

A Cargo Claim: Meaning, Limitations, Recommendations

The practice of transporting goods and people by water, alongside the utilization of marine resources, commerce, and navigation, is all governed by the maritime rules and laws in Nigeria. These laws include; The Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended), The Merchant Shipping Act of 2007, The Coastal and Inland Shipping (Cabotage) Act of 2003, The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency Act of 2007 (the NIMASA Act) and The Admiralty Jurisdiction Act of 1991.

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