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THE ROLE OF ARBITRATION IN RESOLVING SPORTS DISPUTES: LESSONS FROM CAS AND IMPLICATIONS FOR NIGERIA

The resolution of disputes in sports has become increasingly significant as the sector evolves into a multi-billion-dollar global industry.Traditional litigation often proves inadequate for resolving sports conflicts due to its delays, jurisdictional limits, and lack of specialized expertise.Arbitration has therefore emerged as the preferred method, offering neutrality, confidentiality, and speed.At the centre of this global framework is the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), established in 1984, which has built a strong jurisprudence on matters ranging from doping, eligibility, and player …