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ACTING CHAIRMAN OF CCPT CHARGES STAFF ON INTEGRITY, EFFICIENCY AND PUBLIC CONFIDENCE

Abuja, August 10, 2026 — The Acting Chairman of the Competition and Consumer Protection Tribunal, Festus Agama, Esq., has called on staff of the Tribunal to uphold the highest standards of integrity, professionalism and efficiency as part of efforts to restore and strengthen public confidence in the institution.

In a charge delivered to staff during an internal engagement, the Acting Chairman emphasized that public confidence in the Tribunal is built on transparent decision-making, disciplined case management, and consistent service delivery. He urged officers and support staff to match the Tribunal’s mandate with a culture of excellence and accountability.

The address underscored the importance of efficiency in handling disputes, ensuring fairness in every process, and maintaining the credibility of the Tribunal as an independent institution committed to protecting competition and consumer welfare in Nigeria.

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Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Delegates Visit Nigeria’s Competition and Consumer Protection Tribunal (CCPT)

Strategic Bilateral Meeting & Capacity-Building Engagement

Officials from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) recently paid a courtesy visit to the Competition and Consumer Protection Tribunal (CCPT) headquarters in Abuja. The engagement centred on collaboration, institutional strengthening and the promotion of efficient dispute resolution frameworks.

Both parties discussed the role of legal and regulatory institutions in promoting fair competition, protecting consumers and improving market confidence. The visit also presented an opportunity to explore technical cooperation and capacity-building initiatives that can support the Tribunal’s operational effectiveness.

The courtesy call reflected the importance of cross-border cooperation in advancing judicial and regulatory reform while strengthening institutional resilience and public trust.

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Acting Chairman Speaks at National Consumer Protection Summit

Barr. Festus Amobi Agama emphasized the Tribunal’s independence and readiness to protect vulnerable consumers in digital markets.

At the National Consumer Protection Summit, the Acting Chairman outlined the Tribunal’s vision for a fair and responsive framework that matches the realities of modern commerce, especially in digital marketplaces where consumer rights are increasingly at risk.

He stressed that protection must be practical, timely and accessible to consumers facing exploitation, unfair contracts and opaque market practices. The remarks reaffirmed the Tribunal’s commitment to balancing competition policy with enforceable consumer protections.

The summit served as a platform to renew focus on ethics, accountability and the importance of strong institutions in safeguarding the interests of Nigerian households and businesses.

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CCPT ACTING CHAIRMAN, STAFF INDUCTED AS FOUNDATION FELLOWS OF ICAP AND ATLPA AT UNVEILING CEREMONY IN ABUJA

The Acting Chairman of the Competition and Consumer Protection Tribunal (CCPT), Barrister Festus Agama, alongside some staff members of the Tribunal, has been inducted as Foundation Fellows of the Institute of Competition and Antitrust Practitioners (ICAP) and the Antitrust and Trade Laws Practitioners Association (ATLPA).

The induction ceremony, which also featured the official unveiling of the Foundation Fellowship, was held on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at Fountain Hall, Rockview Royale Hotel, Wuse II District, Abuja, Nigeria.

The event brought together distinguished professionals, legal practitioners, policymakers and other stakeholders in the competition and antitrust law community to celebrate the establishment of the Foundation Fellowship and recognise individuals committed to advancing competition law, antitrust practice and trade regulation in Nigeria.

The Acting Chairman, Barrister Festus Agama, was among the distinguished personalities inducted as a Foundation Fellow, alongside selected members of staff of the Tribunal. Their induction represents an important recognition of their contributions and professional engagement in the administration and advancement of competition and consumer protection principles.

The ceremony was attended by prominent members of the Institute and Association, including the Chairman, HRH Alhaji Amina Abdulkadir Mbamba; the President, Chief Paul Harris Ogbole, SAN; and the Registrar/Executive Director-General, Mr Okonache Ogar, Esq.

The establishment of the Foundation Fellowship is a significant step towards strengthening professional capacity, promoting knowledge-sharing and encouraging collaboration among practitioners and institutions involved in competition law, antitrust regulation and trade law.

For the Competition and Consumer Protection Tribunal, the participation and induction of its Acting Chairman and staff members underscore the Tribunal's commitment to continuous professional development, institutional capacity building and the promotion of best practices in competition and consumer protection administration.

The Tribunal remains committed to supporting initiatives that enhance expertise, strengthen institutional collaboration and contribute to the development of a fair, competitive and consumer-friendly business environment in Nigeria.