In a major legal victory for the Federal Government of Nigeria, the International Court of Arbitration (ICC) has cleared the single largest legal obstacle long stalling the execution of the multi-billion-dollar Mambilla Hydroelectric Power Project.

 

The favorable ruling puts an end to years of prolonged legal uncertainty surrounding opportunistic foreign claims that threatened to jeopardize the critical national infrastructure initiative.

 

**Tinubu Commends Fashola, Legal Experts, and Security Agencies**

 

Celebrating the landmark victory, the Presidency commended key officials and legal minds who spearheaded Nigeria’s defense at the international tribunal. Special appreciation was extended to former Minister of Works and Housing Babatunde Raji Fashola, SAN, former Minister of Water Resources Suleiman Adamu, and the legal team for their dedicated service in protecting the nation’s commonwealth.

 

The administration also acknowledged the pivotal roles played by security and investigative agencies, specifically thanking:

 

* **The National Security Adviser (NSA):** For strategic guidance and security coordination throughout the arbitration.

* **The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC):** For thorough investigative work that uncovered vital details instrumental to the defense.

 

**A Firm Warning to Opportunistic Claimants**

 

While reaffirming Nigeria's commitment to fostering a business-friendly environment for legitimate international partnerships, the Federal Government sent a clear message regarding predatory litigation.

 

> "I want to assure you that while our country remains committed to partnering with genuine investors and honouring its legal obligations, it will continue to defend all opportunistic claims instituted against our commonwealth strongly."

 

**Pathway Clear for the Mambilla Hydro Project**

 

With the ICC arbitration resolved, the Federal Government can now press forward with revived plans for the Mambilla Hydroelectric Station. Long envisioned as a cornerstone of Nigeria's energy transition, the project is expected to inject thousands of megawatts into the national grid once fully realized.

 

"Today’s ICC ruling clears the single biggest legal hurdle that has paralysed the Mambilla hydro power project for years. God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria."