Supreme Court Halts Nestoil Debt Recovery Case, Sends Dispute Back to Appeal Court

The Supreme Court of Nigeria has intervened in a high-profile debt recovery case involving Nestoil Limited and Neconde Energy Limited, owned by oil tycoon Ernest Azudialu Obiejesi and Nnenna Obiejesi. The court ordered a return to the Appeal Court to determine the proper legal representation.

The case, which drew attention due to its significant liabilities, featured prominent lawyers like Wole Olanipekun and Ayo Olorunfemi. The Supreme Court criticized unnecessary procedural maneuvers in commercial debt cases, emphasizing the need for debtors to settle obligations promptly.

Various legal counsels and a court-appointed receiver manager were involved in the proceedings.