THE INTERSECTION OF TECHNOLOGY AND COMMERCIAL LAW: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR LEGISLATIVE DRAFTING

Authors

  • Abiodun Amuda-Kannike
  • Florence Nemi-Clover
  • Samuel Oguche
  • Yusuf Amuda-Kannike

Keywords:

Technology and commercial law, Legislative drafting, Digital age, Commercial transactions, Regulatory frameworks, Innovation and competition

Abstract

The rapid evolution of technology has transformed commercial transactions, posing challenges and opportunities for legislative drafting. As technology continues to advance, legislative drafters must adapt to address the complexities of commercial law in the digital age. This article explores the
intersection of technology and commercial law, examining the key issues, challenges, and opportunities for legislative drafting. Through a comprehensive review of existing literature and case studies, this
article provides recommendations for legislative drafters to effectively address the challenges posed by technological advancements.

Author Biographies

  • Abiodun Amuda-Kannike

    Abiodun Amuda-Kannike, Professor, SAN, FCArb, Acting Director, Department of Legislative Support Services, National Institute for Legislative & Democratic Studies, Abuja. Pioneer Dean of Faculty of Law, Faculty of Law, Kwara State University, Malete via Ilorin, Kwara State. 

  • Florence Nemi-Clover

    Florence Nemi-Clover, Esq, LL.B (University of West England), B.L (Lagos), LL.M (University of Exeter); Solicitor of England and Wales, Barrister and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Nigeria, Member (ICMC), Associate (Chartered Institute of Arbitrators). Partner, Nemi & Nemi Barristers and Solicitors, 1 Sir L.O. Nemi Street, Abuloma, Port-Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria.  

  • Samuel Oguche

    Samuel Oguche, PhD, Senior Research Fellow, Department of Legislative Support Services (DLSS), National Institute for Legislative & Democratic Studies, Abuja. 

  • Yusuf Amuda-Kannike

    Yusuf Amuda-Kannike, Esq, Barrister and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Nigeria and Postgraduate Student, Nile University, Abuja, FCT, Nigeria. And also, a Legal Practitioner in Mike Ozekhome (SAN) & Co., Abuja Chambers.  

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Published

2025-07-23

Issue

Vol. 12 No. 3 (2025): NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY JOURNAL OF COMMERCIAL AND PROPERTY LAW

Section

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