Nigeria’s commercial dispute resolution sector is set for a promising new chapter as the Nigerian Chambers of Commerce Dispute Resolution Centre (NCC-DRC) welcomes a new chairman and prepares for a fresh direction in 2027.
The Centre announced this important leadership transition on 11 November 2026, during its final Quarterly Council Meeting for the year, where Dr. Agada Elachi, SAN, was formally onboarded as its new Chairman.
Dr. Elachi succeeds Prince Adetokunbo Kayode, SAN, CON, whose tenure contributed to the Centre’s growth and the advancement of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) practice in Nigeria.
The transition marks an important moment for the NCC-DRC as it looks to strengthen its institutional development, expand professional opportunities and improve access to reliable mechanisms for resolving commercial disputes.
Beyond welcoming its new chairman, the Council also used the meeting to review the Centre’s progress and consider its priorities for the coming year. Members approved the proposed 2027 Calendar of Activities, which outlines programmes, professional engagements and strategic initiatives designed to increase public awareness of ADR and strengthen the capacity of stakeholders.
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The Centre also reaffirmed its commitment to promoting arbitration, mediation, conciliation and other appropriate dispute resolution mechanisms as effective alternatives for handling commercial disagreements.
With Dr. Elachi now assuming leadership, expectations are high for continued institutional growth and stronger engagement with Nigeria’s business and professional communities.
The development is particularly significant because credible dispute resolution systems play an important role in building business confidence, encouraging investment and providing businesses with more accessible ways to resolve disagreements.
As the NCC-DRC moves into 2027, its renewed leadership presents an opportunity to build on previous achievements while pursuing more effective and professional dispute resolution services.
