Venture Technology and Emerging Growth Practice

The Nigerian and African startup ecosystem is rapidly evolving, bolstered by initiatives such as the Venture Capital Trust Fund and active angel investor networks.

Venture capital is increasingly vital for startups aiming to reach their full potential. We are dedicated to navigating this vibrant environment, offering legal solutions that align with the specific demands of local and global markets. Our goal is to ensure that Nigerian companies capitalise on these opportunities and achieve sustainable growth.

We recognise that venture capital financing is the critical engine driving the growth of emerging companies, particularly in the technology space. While venture capitalists offer invaluable technical and managerial expertise, their most significant contribution lies in providing the capital essential for early-stage companies to expand and innovate. Our legal team is equipped to tackle the multi-faceted challenges faced by venture funders in helping them achieve a return on their investments and growth from these innovations, offering creative and strategic solutions tailored to their unique needs.

The team advises on:

fund formation and structuring;
investment transactions;
disputes with investors, firms, portfolio companies on issues relating to breach of contracts, fiduciary duty claims, and regulatory investigations;
various rounds of financing from seed funding to later stages;
public offerings, including the preparation and execution of initial public offerings (IPOs) and drafting the necessary legal documentation to facilitate this process.