Certificate of Advanced Studies in
International Law and Fraud Investigation
April 13-14, 2026
National Institute For Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS)
No 2 Abubakar Sulaiman Avenue, Cadestral zone COO, Piwoyi District, Off Umaru Musa Yar’adua Express Way, Airport Road, Abuja.
About the Course
The Chartered Institute of Forensics and Certified Fraud Investigators of Nigeria (CIFCFIN) and the International Law Association, Nigerian Branch (ILA Nigeria) warmly welcome you to the Advanced Certificate in International Law and Fraud Investigation Course.
CIFCFIN was established in 2022, as Nigeria’s apex Institution established to regulate and promote forensic and fraud investigation practices in Nigeria. Chartered by the CIFCFIN Establishment Act, 2022 to provide a formidable platform for training, supervision and regulation of the professional practice of forensics and fraud investigation in all ramifications. The ILA was established in 1873, with the objective and mandate to promote “the study, clarification and development of international law, both public and private, and the furtherance of international understanding and respect for international law.”
Given the importance of international law to national development, it is essential for key stakeholders in government, private practice, academia, and students to understand key multilateral agreements that, through their effective implementation, can accelerate fraud detection and corruption prevention, especially in critical economic sectors such as mining, oil and gas, banking, finance and alternative dispute resolution amongst others.
In view of the foregoing, maximizing Nigeria’s strong potential and growing influence in international law will require a new generation of professionals with expertise in international law and the art of preventing illicit financial flows, fraud and corruption at all levels. The ultimate objective of this course is to expose participants to the specialised knowledge and skillsets required in the practice of fraud investigation and detection at national and international levels.
The course is designed to provide an in-depth examination of the core sources and principles of international law, the practical challenges that limit their effective design and implementation especially in the context of fraud investigation and prevention; as well as innovative approaches and skillsets required to negotiate win-win international instruments in an increasingly globalized world. The course will also address hot topics and trends that are particularly important for Nigeria, including anti-money laundering, proceeds of crime management, illicit financial flows and inter-agency synergy.
Participants
The course is open to anyone interested in international law, especially national and international civil servants, diplomats, academics, lawyers, judges, full time students; and non-lawyer experts from public, commercial, industrial and financial spheres who intend to deepen their knowledge on international law and fraud investigation.
Structure
The two-day training program is composed of three 4-hour sessions and free registration and participation at the ILA International Law Conference on illicit financial flows. Day 1 will focus on the legal frameworks and hot topics in international law and fraud detection. Day 2 will include conference participation and networking to expand participants’ ability to apply theoretical knowledge in real-life contexts.
Module 1 – Foundations: Nature and Sources of International Law
Module 2 – Public International Law (hot topics in: International Law on Forensics and Fraud Investigation)
Module 3 – Fundamentals of Forensics and Fraud Investigation
Module 4 – Practical exercise on Fraud Investigation
Module 5- International Conference
Who Should Attend?
Lawyers in private practice
Legal academics
Law enforcement agents
Government officials
Members of the judiciary
Non-lawyer experts in commercial, industrial, and financial sectors
Representatives of organizations such as shipping companies, chambers of commerce, and arbitration bodies
Anyone Interested in International Law
Course Fee
Early bird rates applies until 14 March, 2026
ILA/CIFCIFN Member
N200,000
N150,000
Non-Member
N300,000
(Virtual Attendance)
N100,000
Convenors
Dr. Iliyasu Gashinbaki
President and Chairman of the Governing Council, Chartered Institute of Forensics and Certified Fraud Investigators of Nigeria
Prof. Damilola Olawuyi, SAN
President, International Law Association, Nigerian Branch
Sponsors
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