Career Biography

Jeremiah Adama is a seasoned legal executive with extensive experience advising complex organisations on corporate governance, regulatory strategy, and high-value transactions, across corporate, commercial, real estate, construction and finance-related transactions. As Head of Legal and Company Secretary at Alpha Mead Group, he plays a central role in shaping corporate decision-making, safeguarding enterprise value, and aligning legal strategy with broader business objectives.

At Alpha Mead Group, Jeremiah provides strategic oversight for the legal and compliance function across the group and its subsidiaries. He has led the implementation of strengthened governance and compliance frameworks that enhanced operational resilience and protected corporate reputation. Through the introduction of proactive risk controls and improved internal processes, he successfully reduced legal disputes by 50% and increased process efficiency by 25%, reinforcing the organisation’s capacity for sustainable growth.

A key pillar of his leadership is transaction support and financing strategy. Jeremiah oversees the structuring, preparation, and negotiation of facility agreements, security documentation, and related instruments, working closely with lenders, external counsel, and senior stakeholders to ensure legal robustness throughout the transaction lifecycle. His experience spans corporate structuring, capital-related initiatives, and the governance of subsidiaries and special purpose vehicles, including board advisory and statutory compliance.

Before assuming his current role, Jeremiah served as Legal Manager within the group, where he delivered comprehensive corporate legal support, strengthened compliance monitoring systems, and guided multi-jurisdictional regulatory efforts supporting cross-border operations. He also partnered with internal business units to enhance contractual standards and operational efficiency, positioning the legal function as a strategic business enabler rather than a reactive support service.

Jeremiah began his career in private practice, advising startups and established companies on corporate structuring, due diligence, dispute resolution, and commercial advisory matters. This foundation sharpened his commercial awareness and continues to inform his pragmatic, solutions-oriented approach to in-house leadership.

Recognised for his strategic mindset, Jeremiah combines technical excellence with strong business judgment, enabling him to deliver advice that is both legally sound and commercially practical. His ability to anticipate risk, influence senior stakeholders, and embed governance into organisational culture has established him as a trusted advisor to management.

A member of the Nigerian Bar Association, Jeremiah remains committed to continuous professional development and leadership. His career reflects a consistent focus on driving organisational stability, supporting strategic expansion, and ensuring that legal frameworks actively contribute to long-term corporate success.