What are the most significant cases or transactions that your legal team has recently been involved in?

Successfully resolved a 15-year-old, high-complexity litigation through the strategic deployment of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), navigating procedural challenges arising from the death of the original plaintiff and the substitution of her successor-in-title, and achieving a final commercial and legal settlement.

Led the regulatory and legal execution of Africa Prudential Plc’s recapitalisation, securing all requisite approvals to increase the Company’s share capital from ₦1 billion to ₦2 billion via a bonus issue, thereby enhancing shareholder value and strengthening the Company’s regulatory capital base.

What role does corporate counsel play in strengthening corporate governance in light of Nigeria’s recent reforms and stakeholder expectations?

Corporate counsel plays a pivotal role in strengthening corporate governance in Nigeria by acting as both legal adviser and governance steward, ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory and ethical conduct.

How is your legal team navigating Nigeria’s evolving regulatory compliance requirements, particularly under CAMA 2020, ISA 2025, and Central Bank directives?

Proactive and structured approach to regulatory compliance by establishing practical compliance frameworks through updated corporate policies, board charters, delegated authority matrices, and internal controls.

What strategies has your legal team adopted to manage disputes and mitigate risks in Nigeria’s dynamic business environment?

Conducting legal risk assessments at the transaction and operational stages to prevent disputes through effective contract structuring and risk allocation. Where disputes arise, we prioritize Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanisms.

How do you advise on cross-border transactions and foreign investment, given Nigeria’s complex regulatory and dispute resolution landscape?

We work closely with external counsel and regulators to ensure compliance with Nigerian laws while aligning transactions with international best practices.