Further to its obligation to contribute to the work of the Secretary General of the International Seabed Authority, the Centre for Community Law has been engaged in series of events in the week leading up to the 1st of November 2026.

During the week, the Centre held commemorative walks across two states in Nigeria and the FCT to support this year’s theme of the International Day of the Deep Seabed – “1,000 Reasons to: Discover. Share. Use.”

Key Focus Areas for 2026/2027 Year-long Campaign:

CCL will mark the International Day of the Deep Seabed through a series of activities across Nigeria, the Liberia and Cote d’Ivoire, and online platforms, including:

• Youth Engagement Sessions on ocean literacy, SDG 14, and the legal regime of the Area.
• Policy Dialogues with academic institutions and civil society partners on equitable participation in marine scientific research.
• Commemorative Walks highlighting the need to protect biodiversity in the ocean,linking plastic pollution, coastal degradation, and deep‑sea ecosystem health.
• Research Briefs and Advocacy Notes supporting African engagement in ISA processes and capacity‑building programmes.

Advancing Africa’s Voice in Global Ocean Governance

CCL continues to champion inclusive participation of African States, researchers, and communities in deep‑sea governance. Through its advocacy and enlightenment events, regional partnerships, and environmental campaigns, the Centre is strengthening the continent’s role in shaping the future of the Area and ensuring that the benefits of the common heritage principle are realised equitably.

About the Centre for Community Law

The Centre for Community Law (CFCOMLAW) is a non‑governmental organisation dedicated to advancing community rights, environmental justice, regional integration, and sustainable development across West Africa. CCL provides legal aid, conducts research, and leads advocacy initiatives in partnership with academic institutions, civil society organisations, and regional bodies.

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“The Deep Seabed as the Common Heritage of Mankind: Legal, Scientific and Ethical Imperatives”