Customary arbitration and the plea of estoppel under Nigerian law |
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Authors: | Chinedum I Umeche |
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Institution: | 1. Barrister and Solicitor , Supreme Court of Nigeria , ikennaz@yahoo.com |
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Abstract: | This article examines the process of customary arbitration, which is recognised under Nigerian law as a valid dispute resolution mechanism. It attempts to answer the question whether an award by a customary arbitral panel can give rise to the plea of estoppel per rem judicatam. |
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