The IST is a critical part of the Nigerian Capital Market Eco-system, in the
quest to make Nigeria an Investment destination of choice in Africa.
The Tribunal has as its mandate the expeditious determination of cases
brought before it within a period of three (3) months from the date of
commencement of the hearing of the substantive suit, with a view to build
and maintain investors ‘confidence.
In achieving its mandate the Tribunal leverages on the expertise of its
Members, who are seasoned professionals with in-depth knowledge and
experience in securities and investments laws, legal and Capital Market
activities. Indeed the decisions of the Tribunal have deepened the
jurisprudence of the Capital Market.
The IST proceedings are further helped by its rules of procedure which
admits of no technicalities but focused at doing substantial justice to the
parties.
Parties can also by mutual consent opt to have their grievances resolved
vide a much cordial mediation process which is parties driven and makes
for a continuous friendly business relationship.