Duale, Ovia & Alex-Adedipe

Mergers, Acquisitions and Private Equity

Partner - Duale, Ovia & Alex-Adedipe

Adeniyi Duale is a Founding Partner of Duale, Ovia & Alex-Adedipe, a leading law firm in Lagos, Nigeria, where he heads the Mergers, Acquisitions and Private Equity and Energy & Natural Resources practice groups. With nearly 20 years of experience, Adeniyi has become a cornerstone in Africa’s investment space, advising on high-stakes transactions across banking and finance, private equity, and energy sectors. His legal expertise has been instrumental in structuring deals that drive growth and innovation across the continent.

A seasoned speaker and thought leader, Adeniyi has facilitated and lectured at several local and international seminars, workshops, and conferences, sharing insights on private equity, venture capital, and the evolving regulatory frameworks shaping Africa’s investment ecosystem. His ability to distill complex legal and financial concepts into actionable strategies has made him a trusted advisor to leading companies and investors across diverse sectors.

Adeniyi’s commitment to excellence is further demonstrated by his completion of the High-Performance Board Member Program at IESE Business School, University of Navarra, Barcelona. This advanced training has equipped him with cutting-edge tools to enhance corporate governance and board effectiveness, further solidifying his role as a key player in Africa’s investment community.

Beyond his professional achievements, Adeniyi is deeply passionate about empowering start-ups and entrepreneurs. He actively mentors emerging businesses, leveraging his expertise and network to help them scale and access new markets. His dedication to fostering innovation underscores his belief in the transformative potential of private equity and venture capital to unlock Africa’s emerging economic potential.

Nigerian Bar Association Section on Business Law of the Nigerian Bar Association International Bar Association Energy Institute, UK