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14/07/2025

As a founder, you're more than a builder—you're a visionary. Strong corporate governance turns big ideas into measurable outcomes. From clean financials to risk management, it's not just about compliance—it’s the key to sustainable growth and investor confidence. Whether you're in technology or the creative space, good governance fuels resilience and long-term success.

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https://aeolawpractice.wordpress.com/2025/07/12/complying-with-the-companies-allied-matters-act-2020-and-the-tax-reform-acts-2025-governance-administration-and-benefits-for-nigerian-msmes/

Thank you and have a fulfilling week ahead.

14/07/2025

Find Your Tribe, Build Community – Lessons from Paystack.

Happy Monday! As we step into a new week, let’s talk about one of the most powerful tools for career and business growth: community.

In the world of work and entrepreneurship, success isn’t just about having the best ideas—it’s about building with the right people.

Take a moment to reflect on the story of Paystack, one of Nigeria’s most inspiring startup success stories. Founded in 2015 by Shola Akinlade and Ezra Olubi, Paystack set out to simplify online payments in Africa. But beyond just building software, they focused deeply on building a community—and that made all the difference.

From day one, the founders actively participated in Nigeria’s tech ecosystem, showing up at local events, engaging on social platforms, and supporting developers, creatives, and small business owners. They created spaces—both online and offline—where startups could learn, collaborate, and grow together. They weren’t just solving payment problems; they were nurturing an ecosystem.

Through developer meetups, workshops, and even detailed documentation tailored for the Nigerian context, Paystack built trust and loyalty among local businesses. Their commitment to the community made them more than just a service provider—they became a partner in their customers’ growth. That community-first approach didn’t just win users; it earned evangelists. And in 2020, when Stripe acquired Paystack for over $200 million, it wasn’t just a win for the founders—it was a win celebrated across the entire Nigerian tech space.

So, what’s the lesson this Monday?

Build your tribe, thrive in a community! Whether you’re a freelancer, a team lead, or an entrepreneur, invest in people. Share knowledge. Support others. Show up. Your community might just be the multiplier your career or business needs.

This week, challenge yourself to connect with three professionals in your space. Attend a local event, join an online group, or simply offer to help someone out. You’re not just networking—you’re planting seeds for something greater.

08/07/2025

Data privacy has become a pressing reality in Nigeria, highlighted by the recent administrative sanction imposed by the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) on Multichoice Nigeria.
The company was fined ₦766 million for violating NDPA 2023 from illegal cross-border data transfers to mishandling subscriber information, setting the tone for data accountability in Nigeria’s digital economy.

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Why Multichoice was fined

What the NDPA requires from data controllers

Key lessons for businesses and digital platforms

Privacy isn't optional — it's the law.

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08/07/2025

Nigeria Regulatory Update: Tax Reforms and Other Regulatory Updates

Tax Reforms: Effective January 1, 2026, new tax laws (NTA, NTAA, NRSA, JRBA) enable businesses to recover VAT on purchases and zero-rate essentials like food and medical products, cutting costs. Electronic invoicing is mandatory, so update systems. Non-compliance penalties are steep: ₦100,000 for the first month, ₦530,000 for the second. Read full article here: https://aeolawpractice.wordpress.com/2025/07/07/nigerias-2025-tax-reforms-what-technology-life-sciences-media-businesses-need-to-know/

PAPSSCARD: Africa’s First Pan-African Payment Card On June 27, 2025, Afreximbank, PAPSS, and Mercury Payment Services launched PAPSSCARD in Abuja, Nigeria, at Afreximbank’s 32nd Annual Meetings. Africa’s first Pan-African payment card scheme, it enables faster, cheaper, secure cross-border payments in local currencies across 16 African countries. Central banks, including Nigeria’s, and providers like Wema Bank drive adoption. PAPSSCARD retains economic benefits and data in Africa, aligning with AfCFTA to boost trade. Businesses should integrate it to cut costs and comply with regional regulations

Telecom Upgrade: The NCC has given tower companies (e.g., IHS, ATC) until August 2025 to improve internet quality, addressing power and equipment issues, or face penalties.

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07/07/2025

In the words of Jay Harington, when starting your legal practice, resist the urge to serve everyone. Focus on serving someone.

Back in 2009, during Detroit’s economic collapse, Jay left BigLaw to launch a small firm. Everyone chased big suppliers hit by the auto industry crisis. Instead, his firm focused on a smaller, overlooked group: auto dealers.They got involved, offered value, and built trust. That narrow focus led to real traction—referrals, relationships, and reputation.
"It didn’t limit us. It launched us".

Trying to do everything dilutes your message and your impact. But when you focus, you gain clarity, momentum, and credibility. From there, you grow.

This week, ask yourself: Who are you really here to serve? Start there. That’s how you get found—and get hired.

05/07/2025

In March, we examined whether the Legal Practitioners Remuneration Order 2023 would strengthen or strain Nigeria’s legal industry and concluded that it could be both — a potential game-changer or a troubling constraint — depending on implementation, adaptation, and innovation within the profession.

Now, another fundamental shift looms on the horizon — the commoditisation of legal services — a process powered almost entirely by artificial intelligence (AI) and digital transformation.

Commoditisation, in the context of this article, refers to the packaging of legal services as accessible products, often supported by artificial intelligence (AI). These technologies, including large language models (LLMs), are increasingly capable of performing tasks such as reviewing and redlining contracts and commercial agreements; drafting legal documents including pleadings and opinions; simulating legal reasoning using expansive databases.

Learn more here:
https://aeolawpractice.wordpress.com/2025/07/05/commoditisation-of-legal-services-in-nigeria-a-collaborative-regulatory-approach-under-the-rules-of-professional-conduct-for-legal-practitioners-2023/

03/07/2025

In United States v. Sean Combs, the music mogul faced serious federal charges, including s*x trafficking and racketeering, following public allegations and a disturbing 2016 video of him assaulting his former partner, Cassie Ventura. Though acquitted of the most severe charges, Combs was convicted under the Mann Act for transporting individuals across state lines for illicit s*xual activities and coerced prostitution.

This case highlights more than celebrity accountability—it serves as a stark warning to women in long-term relationships lacking legal commitment, such as marriage or civil partnerships ( well in jurisdictions like Nigeria, its about time to recognise civil partnerships).

Without formal protections, enduring abuse can become normalized, question the credibility of victims whilst blurring the lines between endurance and consent in the eyes of the court.

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01/07/2025

LegalTech in Nigeria stands at a pivotal inflection point. The 2025 NBA Lagos Annual Law Conference underscored the legal sector’s growing recognition of its structural inefficiencies and its readiness to embrace technology-driven reforms. Coupled with broader macroeconomic shifts—such as foreign exchange reforms and the Central Bank of Nigeria’s banking recapitalization directive—the Nigerian legal landscape now presents a ripe environment for LegalTech innovation.

Opportunities abound in areas such as automating regulatory compliance, improving judicial efficiency, streamlining dispute resolution through ADR platforms, and enhancing accountability across legal institutions. Legal tech startups can align their solutions with these reform trends and engage key stakeholders so that they can be instrumental in shaping the future of legal services in Nigeria.

Click here to learn more: https://aeolawpractice.wordpress.com/2025/07/01/strategic-insights-from-nba-lagos-annual-law-conference-policy-dialogues-takeaways-for-legal-tech-startups/

01/07/2025

Happy New Month 2U!

Welcome to July — a fresh chapter filled with new opportunities, renewed energy, and untold blessings. May this month bring clarity to your goals, courage to chase them, and calm in every storm. Keep moving forward — your best days are ahead! 🌟

18/06/2025

NBA Lagos Law Conference Masterclass Debut Edition. 6 Subject Matter Workshops, happening at 6 locations today: Fashion Law, Mediation, Renewable Energy & Green Finance, Sports & Entertainment, Data Protection and Privacy Law, Blue Economy.

18/06/2025

I’m honored to co-coordinate the debut edition of the NBA Lagos Annual Conference Masterclass with my colleague, Dr. Damilola Osinuga, today, 18 June 2025.

Additionally, I’ll be coordinating a high-level policy dialogue titled “Beyond Capital: Leveraging Judicial Reforms to Unlock Capital and Drive Growth” on 19 June 2025.

Thank you for the opportunity!

09/06/2025

Happy Holidays! Hopefully you can now catch up on Nigeria's latest regulatory updates. Discover CBN's PAPSS enhancements and NCC's cybersecurity framework for telecoms.

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