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Congratulations to Our New President – Mr. Godwin Omoaka, SAN, FCIArb, FICMC.

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We are thrilled to announce and introduce the newly appointed President of ICMC – Institute of Chartered Mediators and Conciliators, Mr. Godwin Omoaka, SAN. He is a Partner in the Dispute Resolution Practice Group of Templars – a leading Law firm in Nigeria (GAR Top 100 Arbitration Firm; IFLR 1000 Top Tier Law Firm & Top Ranked Chambers Global Leading Firm (2017). He also doubles as the Head of the Real Estate Practice Group in Templars. He has twenty (20) years of active arbitration, mediation and courtroom experience relating to a wide variety of disputes

Mr. Godwin Omoaka, SAN brings to this role a wealth of experience, a deep commitment to the principles of mediation and conciliation, and a vision for the continued growth and impact of our esteemed Institute. As a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), his legal acumen and dedication to the highest standards of Alternative Dispute Resolution professionalism will undoubtedly guide the ICMC to new heights.

Having served with distinction in various capacities within the institute, his leadership is marked by a passion for promoting alternative dispute resolution and fostering a collaborative and inclusive community of mediators and conciliators.

Please join us in extending our warmest congratulations to Mr. Godwin Omoaka, SAN, on his appointment as the President of ICMC. We are confident that under his guidance, the Institute will flourish, and our collective efforts to advance the practice of mediation and conciliation will thrive.

We look forward to Mr. Omoaka’s visionary leadership and the exciting opportunities and achievements that lie ahead for the Institute of Chartered Mediators and Conciliators.

Thank you for your continued support and dedication to the ideals of the ICMC.

Once again, congratulations Sir.

Best regards,

REGISTER NOW: FAMILY MEDIATION – (18 Units)

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Disputes are inevitable in every form of human interaction and the family unit is no exception. These disputes can occur between couples or between other members of the family.

The causes of these conflicts can range from finances, to property and custody of the children.

family mediation has become an aspect of mediation that has gained traction in recent times with the surge in separation and divorce cases.

Family Mediation is an aspect of Mediation where the mediator assists couples and other family members facilitate communication in order to seek amicable options available which are suitable to their needs. Because family disputes are multi-faceted and complex, a family mediator must have a broad perspective to attend to the underlying issues.

This course will teach course participants how to provide parties in a dispute with a supportive atmosphere and a method of talking to one another, to assist them in resolving their issues and come up with acceptable solutions, and reach mutually satisfactory agreements.

Course fee:
N70,000 – Members (Seventy Thousand Naira only)
N90,000 – Non-members (Ninety thousand Naira Only)

The Institute is pleased to announce that the training is scheduled to hold as follows:
Date: October, 24th – 25th, 2023
Time: 9am – 12pm and 2pm – 5pm
Venue: ZOOM

For registration and further enquiries, please contact:
+234 903 741 6920- icmccpd@gmail.com
+234 806 629 2907 – info@icmcng.org

Register Now: 38 Days to go – 2023 ADR CONFERENCE

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The conference is scheduled to hold as follows:
Date: 27th – 28th November, 2023
Time: 9:00am
Venue: Abuja Trade and Convention Centre, Abuja, Nigeria.

Early Bird Registration Fee (till 28th October):
Associate – N10,000
Member – N15,000
Fellow: N25,000
Non-member – N10,000
Virtual Attendee: N10,000

For registration, kindly visit: www.icmcconference.org

or the alternative pay to:
0456201405 – GTBank
Institute of Chartered Mediators and Conciliators (ICMC)

NOTE: Kindly send your full name, email address and evidence of payment to support@icmcconference.org or WhatsApp – +2349037416920

Do you have any questions or require further information, please contact support@icmcng.org. We are more than happy to assist you.

We look forward to welcoming you to the event.

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Mediation Skills Accreditation and Certification Course (Virtual)

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Have you ever considered becoming a certified mediator but were unsure where to start? Look no further than a Mediation Skills Accreditation and Certification Course.

This course will provide you with the necessary training and knowledge to become certified in mediation skills. During the course, you’ll learn various techniques for conflict resolution, negotiation, ADR Spectrum, effective communication, problem-solving and lots more. You’ll also gain valuable experience in dealing with difficult situations and how to facilitate productive discussions between parties.

The Institute is pleased to announce that the training is scheduled to hold as follows:
Date: October, 16th – 20th, 2023
Time: 9am – 12pm and 2pm – 5pm daily
Venue: ZOOM

Course fee: N150,000 (One Hundred and Fifty Thousand Naira) only.
For payment: 1012451855 – Zenith Bank 
Institute of Chartered Mediators and Conciliators

Successful participants of the Mediation Skills Accreditation and Certification Training will be invited to the Institute’s Induction Ceremony to be inducted into the Institute as Associate Members (AICMC).

Note: If you have already registered or participated in this course, we kindly request you to refer your family, friends, and colleagues.

For registration and further enquiries, please contact:
+234 903 741 6920- icmctrainings@gmail.com
+234 806 629 2907 – info@icmcng.org

Thank you, best regards.

ICMC Courtesy Call on the Governor of Delta State Rt. Hon. (Chief) Sheriff F. O. Oborevwori, FICMC (JP).

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On the 26th of August 2023, Dr. Agada John Elachi, FICMC, FCIArb(UK), the President of the Institute of Chartered Mediators and Conciliators (ICMC) led a delegation to pay a courtesy call on the Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. (Chief) Sheriff F. O. Oborevwori, FICMC (JP). The delegation included Ambassador Victor A. A. A. Ojaide, FICMC, the Vice President of Continuing Professional Development, Aisha Ado Abdullahi, FICMC, Registrar of the Institute, Ambassador Segun Ogunyanwo, FICMC, the immediate past Registrar, Sir Augustine Nwokolo, FICMC, the Chairman of the Asaba Branch of the Institute and other members of the Branch.

Ambassador Victor A. A. A. Ojaide was mandated by the President to speak on behalf of the delegation. He expressed his gratitude to Rt. Hon. (Chief) Sheriff F. O. Oborevwori, FICMC (JP), for warmly welcoming the ICMC delegation, he commended the Delta State Government for their outstanding efforts in fostering the growth and development of the state.

Furthermore, the Vice President of Continuing Professional Development proudly noted the long-standing relationship between the Delta state Government and the Institute, acknowledging various collaborations and support. The Institute called on the State to further enhance its peace building mechanism by building the capacity of all relevant stakeholders in peace and conflict resolution.

In response, the esteemed Rt. Hon. (Chief) Sheriff F. O. Oborevwori, FICMC (JP), conveyed his heartfelt appreciation to the President and his team for gracing them with their visit. He wholeheartedly pledged to continue to collaborate with the institute on its noble pursuit of promoting peace-building and harmonious coexistence. Furthermore, the Governor enthusiastically announced his intention to attend the ICMC ADR Conference on the 28th of November 2023 as well as to support the building and launch of the ICMC Mediation House.

Lastly, the distinguished Rt. Hon. (Chief) Sheriff F. O. Oborevwori, FICMC (JP), expressed profound gratitude towards ICMC for its remarkable contributions to the landscape of Dispute Resolution. He urged ICMC to continue its commendable efforts in raising awareness about the imperative need to embrace alternative approach to conflict resolution.

As a token of appreciation, a delightful exchange of gifts took place.

For more information about the institute, kindly visit: www.icmcng.org

Register Now: Family Mediation Course – (18 CPD Units)

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Disputes are inevitable in every form of human interaction and the family unit is no exception. These disputes can occur between couples or between other members of the family.

The causes of these conflicts can range from finances to property and custody of the children. Family mediation has become an aspect of mediation that has gained traction recently with the surge in separation and divorce cases.

Family Mediation is an aspect of Mediation where the mediator assists couples and other family members in facilitating communication to seek amicable options that are suitable to their needs. Because family disputes are multi-faceted and complex, a family mediator must have a broad perspective to attend to the underlying issues.

This course will teach course participants how to provide parties in a dispute with a supportive atmosphere and a method of talking to one another, to assist them in resolving their issues and coming up with acceptable solutions, and reaching mutually satisfactory agreements.

Course fee: 
N70,000 – Members (Seventy Thousand Naira only)
N90,000 – Non-members (Ninety thousand Naira Only)

Note: If you have already registered or participated in this course, we kindly request you to refer your family, friends, and colleagues.

For payment:
1012451855 – Zenith Bank
Institute of Chartered Mediators and Conciliators

The course is scheduled to hold as follows:
Date: 26th – 27th July, 2023
Time: 9am – 12pm & 2pm – 5pm WAT
Venue: Zoom

Kindly send your name, email and proof of payment to:
08103209095 – icmccpd@gmail.com
08066292907 – info@icmcng.org

Thank you, best regards.

🖋️Register Now: Mediation Skills Accreditation and Certification Course (Port Harcourt)

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Have you ever considered becoming a certified mediator but were unsure where to start? Look no further than a Mediation Skills Accreditation and Certification Course.

This course will provide you with the necessary training and knowledge to become certified in mediation skills. During the course, you’ll learn various techniques for conflict resolution, negotiation, ADR Spectrum, effective communication, problem-solving and lots more. You’ll also gain valuable experience in dealing with difficult situations and how to facilitate productive discussions between parties.

The Institute is pleased to announce that the training is scheduled to hold as follows:
Date: July, 24th – 28th, 2023
Time: 9am – 5pm daily
Venue: Port Harcourt

Course fee: N200,000 (Two Hundred Thousand Naira) only.
For payment: 1012451855 – Zenith Bank, Institute of Chartered Mediators and Conciliators

Successful participants of the Mediation Skills Accreditation and Certification Training will be invited to the Institute’s Induction Ceremony to be inducted into the Institute as Associate Members (AICMC).

NOTE: If you have already registered for this course, kindly share and invite family, friends and colleagues to participate in this course.

For registration and further enquiries, please contact:
08032012820- Mr. Abayomi
08035365148- Princess

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OGUN STATE JUDICIARY AND THE INSTITUTE OF CHARTERED MEDIATORS AND CONCILIATORS ICMC) AGREE TO PARTNER TO HOST THE 1ST ADR CONFERENCE FOR JUDICIAL OFFICERS IN NIGERIA

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On the 30th of May 2023, the President of the Institute of Chartered Mediators and Conciliators (ICMC), Agada John Elachi Ph.D., FICMC, FCIArb (UK) led a delegation to pay a courtesy call on the Honourable the Chief Judge of Ogun State, Honourable Justice (Dr.) Mosunmola Arinola Dipeolu, FICMC, FHNR to submit to his lordship a concept note for the hosting of the 1st Annual ADR Conference for Judicial officers to be co-hosted by the Ogun State Judiciary and the Institute.

His lordship received the ICMC delegation in company of the Chief Registrar of the High Court of Ogun State, the Deputy Chief Registrar, Legal, the Deputy Chief Registrar Administration, the Deputy Chief Registrar Special Duties and the Special Assistant to the Honourable Chief Judge.

In his brief remark, the President commended his lordship for the sterling work that she is doing at the Ogun State Judiciary, and the great progress and achievements that have been recorded in her tenure. The President also notified my lord that the visit was a fallout of the ICMC 2022 Annual Conference where ICMC and Ogun State judiciary agreed to partner to provide training for judicial officers on ADR with a view to enhancing access to justice.

Thereafter, the President of the Institute presented to my lord the concept notes for the proposed 1st ADR Conference for Judicial Officers. The President also presented to my lord the report of the 2-day workshop for Directors of Multi-Door Courthouses and Heads of Private Dispute Resolution Centers which was held on the 3rd and 4th of May 2023.

His lordship in her remarks commended the President and ICMC for remaining committed to the idea of organizing an ADR conference for all Judicial officers which was birthed in November 2022. His lordship approved the concept note and stated that within 2 weeks she will assign relevant officers within the Judiciary to work with ICMC towards the planning of this landmark event.

The key objectives/goals of the conference as captured in the concept note are:

  • That all judicial officers acquire basic knowledge of the workings of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanisms and the attendant benefits to the effective administration of justice.
  • Provide a platform for sharing knowledge among judicial officers and relevant stakeholders on the workings of ADR.
  • Provide a peer review platform for sharing the experience of the implementation of ADR in states where it is currently being applied successfully.
  • Set the tune and a possible action plan on how to build foundational structures and mind change in the entire judiciary for a transformational change in the way administration of justice is viewed and applied.
  • To encourage judicial officers to increasingly manage proceedings in Court and issue orders which would encourage the adoption of ADR methods in dispute resolution.
  • To mandatorily refer parties directly to the Multi-door Courthouse and other ADR centers (where available) to explore settlement of their dispute in appropriate circumstances.
  • To ensure the adoption and enforcement of the Terms of Settlement reached at the ADR session in the same manner as a Judgment or Order of Court.

In delivering the vote of thanks, Amb. ’Segun Ogunyannwo, FICMC, CEDR, thanked his lordship for receiving the ICMC delegation despite her very busy schedule. He also thanked his lordship for agreeing to partner with ICMC and remarked that this is a confirmation of his lordship’s dedication and commitment to the spread and development of ADR and the advancement of the effective administration of Justice.

The courtesy visit ended with a group photograph.

ICMC holds first-ever workshop for Directors of Multi-Door Court Houses and Heads of Private Alternative Dispute Resolution Centres

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May 3 – 4, 2023 witnessed the first-ever workshop on the role of Multi-Door Courthouses and Private Alternative Dispute Resolution (PADRC) Centers in promoting effective justice delivery hosted by the Institute of Chartered Mediators and Conciliators (ICMC).


The Institute as part of its objectives to ensure that the practice of Mediation is mainstreamed in Nigeria and indeed Africa by providing technical support and partnering with organizations and ADR bodies set out to organize this workshop.


This workshop was necessitated by the fact that Multi-Door Court Houses and ADR centers have proven to be highly effective in reducing the backlog of cases in traditional courts, providing more efficient and cost-effective dispute resolution methods, and promoting greater access to justice for all.


The President of the Institute, Agada John Elachi Ph.D., in his opening remarks on day one noted that it is his hope that the workshop will highlight and headline the successes, challenges and dynamics of each stakeholder and avail all participants a learning experience.


He added that this legacy initiative will be a platform where distinguished stakeholders in the administration of justice can meet annually to brainstorm, peer review and agree on how they can continue to maintain best practice and standards.


Finally, he mentioned that ICMC stands ready to partner with all delegates to advance the effective administration of justice in the country.


In attendance were Directors and representatives of the following Multi-door Court houses in Nigeria: Ondo, Edo, Akwa Ibom, Cross River, Kano, Abuja, Kaduna, Gombe, Delta, Rivers, Bayelsa, Abia, Enugu, Imo, Regional heads of National Industrial Court Alternative Dispute Resolution Centres, Federal High Court ADR Center, The ECOWAS Commission and GIZ.


Heads and representatives of the following Private Dispute resolution centers were also in attendance: Intercede Center for Arbitration and Mediation, The Mediation Place, Regional Centre for International Commercial Arbitration, Nigerian Chambers of Commerce Dispute Resolution Center, Janada International Centre for Arbitration and Mediation and Mediation Training Institute.


Participants of the workshop had the privilege of listening to erudite speakers like Hon. Justice Ishaq Bello (rtd.), Hon. Justice Solomon Olugbemi, Dr. Brown Ogbeifun, Amb. Segun Ogunyannwo, Mrs. Caroline Etuk, Aisha Ado Abdullahi and a host of others.
Delegates gained practical skills, insights and knowledge on the role of Multi-door Courthouses (MDCH) in the Speedy Dispensation of Justice, Ethical Issues for Dispute Resolution officers Enforcement of Settlement Agreements at the MDCH, and how Multi-door Court Houses and ADR Centers can collaborate for maximum efficiency in dispute resolution service delivery by leveraging on the ICMC Volunteer Mediator’s Scheme and ICMC ODR Platform.


The workshop provided an avenue for delegates to expand their knowledge on current developments/practices, network and establish valuable connections.
It is our hope that delegates will maximize this opportunity effectively and implement the valuable lessons learnt in their respective multi-door court Houses and ADR Centres.


For more information about the Institute, kindly visit: www.icmcng.org

Mediation Skills Accreditation and Certification Course.

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Feb Abuja MedACT

The Institute of Chartered Mediators and Conciliators is the professional body of dispute resolution practitioners with the mandate to regulate the practice of Mediation, train prospective candidates and encourage organizations and institutions to adopt Mediation and Conciliation as the primary means for resolving disputes.

The Institute is pleased to announce that the Mediation Skills Accreditation and Certification training is scheduled to hold as follows:
Date: Feb., 6th – 10th, 2023
Time: 9am – 5pm daily
Venue: Abuja
Course fee: N200,000 (Two Hundred Thousand Naira) only.

Successful participants of the Mediation Skills Accreditation and Certification Training will be invited to the Institute’s Induction Ceremony to be inducted into the Institute as Associate Members (AICMC).

For registration and further enquiries, please contact:
08103209095 – icmctrainings@gmail.com
08066292907 – info@icmcng.org