A case that outlived the man who brought it to court prompts a broader question: does every dispute belong in litigation? This essay makes the case for ADR in Nigeria, examining arbitration, mediation, contract drafting, court-connected ADR, and the reforms needed to make alternative dispute resolution a genuine first choice.

The Federal High Court in Lagos is ending manual filing and moving fully into the digital era. This article breaks down what the shift to mandatory e-filing means for lawyers, litigants, and the wider justice system, including the practical requirements, potential challenges, and why the transition matters beyond the legal profession.