The Hague Court of Arbitration for Aviation (HCAA) has appointed Chinasa Unaegbunam, as a member of it’s advisory board.
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, who disclosed this on Friday via his X handle said the announcement was made in an official statement from HCAA which unveiled a list of prominent individuals selected to join its diverse 40-member Advisory Board.
According to Keyamo, “this accomplishment underscores Unaegbunam’s status as one of Nigeria’s leading aviation legal experts and marks her as nation’s second Learned Silk in Aviation.
“This global board brings together expertise from various facets of aviation law, mediation, and arbitration. Alongside notable professionals such as Claire McDermott, Mary Walker, Wade Thomson, and others, Unaegbunam will play a pivotal role in advising the HCAA on its mission to promote arbitration and mediation as preferred methods for resolving contractual disputes in the global aviation industry.
The HCAA’s Advisory Board, supported by its Technical, Mediation, and Rules Standing Committees, provides specialized knowledge and skills to the Board of Directors. This collective effort enables the Court to advance dispute resolution mechanisms tailored to the complexities of the aviation sector,”he said.
He added that, “Unaegbunam’s appointment is not only a personal achievement but also a significant recognition of Nigeria’s growing influence in international aviation arbitration. Her expertise and dedication reflect the caliber of talent that Nigeria offers on the global stage.
“As the second aviation Learned Silk from Nigeria to achieve this honour, Unaegbunam continues to break barriers and inspire the next generation of aviation and legal professionals.
Her appointment aligns with Nigeria’s commitment to fostering excellence and innovation in aviation, a sector pivotal to the nation’s economic development.”
