Nigeria's Oil & Gas Legal System
22 March 2010 to 26 March 2010
Lagos, Nigeria
Nigeria's Oil & Gas Legal System Course Overview
This course will provide you with a comprehensive overview of the legal and fiscal systems that govern Nigeria's oil and gas industry with references to crucial lessons learned around the world.
You will address issues in the current system and look at the options for change in Nigeria and the legal and commercial restraints on making these changes.
Experts from the Nigerian and international oil and gas industry will provide valuable insight into key issues in the country.
By attending this course you will:
- Explore legal and fiscal frameworks in Nigeria and draw comparisons with other countries
- Benchmark best international practice for examining and negotiating oil and gas contracts
- Assess Nigeria's award system for petroleum contracts and compare with those implemented in other countries
- Identify the role of the legal and contractual climate in fostering investment in Nigeria and globally
- Understand the "Resource Curse" and how legal regimes can help address it, with a focus on local content and community benefits
- Address the challenges in the current legal and fiscal systems in Nigeria
- Evaluate the restructuring of NNPC and new financing structures
- Define options for change in Nigeria and how to overcome the legal and commercial restraints that exist
To receive a PDF brochure with the full programme please contact Barri Sassa, tel: +44 20 7978 0007
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