Luke Nwibo Eda

Luke Nwibo Eda is a Lecturer in Law at Bournemouth University's Faculty of Media and Communication. He holds a PhD in Law (2021), LLM in Public International Law (2017), and LL.B (First Class Honours, 2013) from Ebonyi State University. He is a Barrister and Solicitor of the Nigerian Supreme Court with litigation experience in civil and criminal cases. His research focuses on Public International Law, including human rights, international criminal law, migration, and counterterrorism. He has received prestigious awards like the UK Global Talent Recognition and Commonwealth Scholarship.

• Education:
  • PhD in Law, Bournemouth University (2021)
  • LL.M Public International Law, Bournemouth University (2017)
  • LL.B (Hons), Ebonyi State University (2013)
  • Barrister at Law (BL), Nigerian Law School (2015)

Research Interests: Luke examines exceptions to international law principles, particularly in counterterrorism and migration policies. He explores the interplay between human rights and state measures, including historical connections between African constitutionalism and British legal systems. His PhD thesis addressed legal obligations regarding missing migrants during the Europe migrant crisis.

Key Contributions: His work bridges legal theory and policy, addressing gaps in migrant rights enforcement and state accountability. Recent conference presentations include discussions on transnational legal problems, migrant deaths in the Mediterranean, and privacy law conflicts between the EU and US.

• Awards:
  • UK Global Talent Recognition (2022)
  • Fully Funded PhD Studentship (2017–2020)
  • Commonwealth Shared Scholarship (2016–2017)

Teaching & Engagement: Teaches International Criminal Law, Human Rights Law, and Legal Systems. Supervises LL.B and LL.M dissertations. Active in professional bodies like the Nigerian Bar Association and Higher Education Academy.