Emmanuel Bassey is a dispute resolution and business advisory lawyer, arbitrator, climate change advisor and sustainability advocate.

Emmanuel’s knowledge and experience cut across various areas of commercial and corporate law such as banking, maritime law, arbitration, corporate governance, receivership, energy transition and climate change. He handles all matters of dispute resolution in courts and arbitral tribunals in Nigeria.

Beyond his legal practice, Emmanuel is a dedicated climate change advisor and sustainability advocate, actively engaged in promoting environmentally responsible policies and business practices. His multidisciplinary expertise enables him to bridge the gap between law, business strategy, and sustainability, helping clients navigate regulatory frameworks while advancing long-term environmental and economic goals.

Emmanuel is committed to fostering innovation, resilience, and accountability in both the legal and sustainability spheres.

He is a co-founder and Lead Climate Advisor at The Climate Periscope and provides expert advice to the research and climate justice team. Emmanuel has authored or co-authored many articles on climate change and energy transition. His articles include the following: Energy Transition and the future of oil in Nigeria, The Realities of Climate Change and the Challenges of Climate Finance and Enforcement and Advisory Opinion of International Court of Justice on Obligations of States in Respect of Climate Change: A Game Changer or a Dead Rubber?