ARCON, NBA-LIM to Host Key Dialogue on Nigeria’s Advertising Regulation and Legal Framework, October 14
To bolster stakeholder engagement and deepen awareness of Nigeria’s advertising regulatory framework, the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON), in collaboration with the Nigerian Bar Association – Lawyers in the Media Forum (NBA-LIM), will host a prominent Town-Hall Meeting titled “The Nigerian Advertising Law: The Role of the Advertising Offences Tribunal (AOT).”
Scheduled for Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at the Sheba Events Center in Lagos, the event aims to bring together judiciary members, legal practitioners, advertising industry stakeholders, and the general public. The forum will focus on discussing Nigeria’s advertising laws and the operational role of the Advertising Offences Tribunal in ensuring compliance and accountability.
The event will feature a keynote speech by respected legal expert Chief Akinlolu Kehinde, SAN, who will explore the central theme of the day. A panel discussion will follow, featuring notable speakers including Dr. Olalekan Fadolapo, Director-General of ARCON; Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, President of the NBA; Barrister Charles Odenigbo, Director-General of the Centre for Media Law and Development; and Mr. Lanre Adisa, Chairman of the Heads of Advertising Sectoral Groups (HASG).
ARCON’s Director-General, Dr. Olalekan Fadolapo, emphasized the Council’s dedication to fostering a robust regulatory environment through continuous stakeholder engagement. “Our goal is to ensure that our efforts are ongoing and rooted in transparency, dialogue, and adherence to best practices. This Town-Hall is part of our broader strategy to institutionalize discussions that promote responsible advertising and legal compliance,” he stated.
He further noted that collaboration with the Nigerian Bar Association underscores ARCON’s commitment to enforcing advertising laws fairly and effectively. “The Advertising Offences Tribunal is essential for maintaining accountability and fairness in the industry. We aim to create a regulatory landscape that balances creativity with compliance, ultimately safeguarding consumer rights and upholding the integrity of the advertising profession,” Fadolapo added.