FinTech Legal

Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie is a leading law firm with a strong presence in Nigeria. Its team has strong expertise in regulatory matters. Its lawyers regularly handle matters relating to mobile lending, cryptocurrency and data privacy matters. The firm often acts for large, international payments processors, card issuing companies and cryptocurrency businesses.

"Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie always provides robust clear advice. The team is proactive in sending relevant updates to clients. Our projects are complex but the team was always very capable and reliable."

"I am happy with the advice I received, as well as the team's efficiency and technical ability. The lawyers at Udo Udoma & Belo Osagie also have a good understanding of payments law."

"The team at Udo Udoma was responsive, detailed and shared follow-ups with us pertaining to changes made in the industry. We had consistent communication and feedback on all our requests."

"The firm's high standards of professionalism and ethics give us confidence and trust in their services. Its connections with regulatory bodies facilitates a smoother and more effective legal process."

"The firm provides bespoke legal services in a timely manner. The professionalism that accompanies its work is top-notch at all times, it shows a high level of expertise and experience."

Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie advised Mastercard on licensing issues surrounding the introduction of a credit enablement function.

Yinka Edu is head of the firm's capital markets and FinTech team. She advises clients on a wide range of complex issues involving mobile lending, cryptocurrencies and crowdfunding. Edu often advises blue-chip FinTech businesses and also acts for startup companies. "Yinka is always very knowledgeable, professional and 'on point'." "Yinka Edu is a well-rounded commercial lawyer; she has an astute attention to detail and stellar work culture." "Yinka is well connected within the fintech space in Africa. She also works with the tech industry groups and therefore has access to industry news and knowledge that is useful in her work with us."

Folake Elias Adebowale is a partner in UUBO's private equity and corporate advisory practice. She is well versed in handling local and international acquisitions, divestments and restructuring mandates. She has additional experience in counselling startups, especially in relation to the use of blockchain technology. "Folake was professional and knowledgeable in the space." "Folake is clearly at the top of her field, yet she is incredibly relatable. She is a fantastic leader to young and developing staff members."

Joseph Eimunjeze handles transactional matters including FinTech investment transactions. He also assists with regulatory licensing applications and cryptocurrency matters. "Joseph has strong banking and corporate commercial experience that we have found useful. He has worked with several technology companies and is exposed to a wide range of fintech business models."