Renowned Nigerian legal and aviation expert, Chinasa Unaegbunam (SAN), has been appointed to the prestigious Advisory Board of The Hague Court of Arbitration for Aviation (HCAA). This global recognition places her among the top minds shaping the future of aviation arbitration worldwide.
The announcement was made in an official statement by the HCAA, which unveiled a diverse 40-member Advisory Board comprising legal luminaries and aviation experts. The appointment was further confirmed by Tunde Moshood, Special Adviser on Media and Communications to Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development.
Chinasa Unaegbunam joins an elite group of professionals, including Claire McDermott, Mary Walker, and Wade Thomson, who will provide strategic insights to the HCAA. The board’s mission is to promote arbitration and mediation as the preferred methods for resolving contractual disputes in the global aviation industry, a sector often fraught with complex legal challenges.
The HCAA Advisory Board collaborates with specialized Technical, Mediation, and Rules Standing Committees to deliver cutting-edge dispute resolution solutions tailored to the aviation sector. Unaegbunam’s appointment underscores Nigeria’s rising prominence in international aviation arbitration, marking a significant milestone for the nation.
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This recognition highlights Unaegbunam’s extensive expertise and commitment to advancing Nigeria’s aviation and legal sectors. Her role on the board is seen as a testament to the nation’s ability to produce world-class talent capable of influencing global policies and practices.
“This is not just a personal achievement but a testament to Nigeria’s growing influence in international arbitration. Her expertise will play a vital role in advancing global aviation dispute resolution,” the HCAA statement read.
Unaegbunam’s appointment aligns seamlessly with Nigeria’s broader agenda of fostering excellence and innovation in aviation, a sector critical to the country’s economic growth and international standing.
The news has been celebrated across Nigeria’s legal and aviation communities, with many viewing her appointment as a source of national pride. As Unaegbunam takes on this prestigious role, she sets a shining example of Nigerian excellence on the global stage.
