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DAY 10: Energy Law DATE : March 15, 2024 MODERATOR : Peace Eseyin  TIME : 5pm SPEAKER : Ozioma Agu Biography of the speaker Ozioma is a Partner heading the Energy, Finance and Infrastructure Practice Group at Stren & Blan Partners. She has garnered years of experience advising on various aspects of banking and projects financing of cumulatively over USD$3 billion, involving Nigerian and foreign financial institutions, export credit agencies, government funds and the private sector. Over the years, Ozioma has also advised on several key infrastructure and energy projects within Nigeria and Africa. She has advised on significant deals, including the acquisition of major IOCs in Nigeria, the financing of Liquified Petroleum Gas depots, and facilitating funding for key oil and gas companies. Ozioma is currently playing an instrumental role in the establishment of a state and private sector led electricity market in eastern Nigeria. She recently advised a leading telecommunications pro

DAY 9: Special session DATE : March 14, 2024 MODERATOR : Iboro Akpan TIME : 6PM SPEAKER : Mary Olajide Biography of the speaker Mary Olajide is a double first class graduate of law from Obafemi Awolowo University and Nigeria Law School with a deeply passionate enthusiasm for International Humanitarian Law. During her extremely rewarding study in the University, she represented her country, Nigeria, in international moot competitions which include, the Nelson Mandela Human Rights Moot Memorial in Geneva (Qualification Round), the Jackson Moot in Nairobi, Kenya, and the Jean-Pictet Competition on International Humanitarian Law in Albania amongst others. After her final exams as an undergraduate, she ventured full fledge into research writing with a cutting-edge concentration on IHL. She has authored publications on core areas of Human Rights Law, International Law and IHL. Some of her works include "The Legal Protection of Men as Victims of Domestic Violence in Nigeria," "

DAY 10: Special session DATE : March 14, 2024 MODERATOR : Iboro Akpan TIME : 5PM SPEAKER : Francis Udoh Biography of the speaker Francis Udoh is an enthusiastic and value-driven young lawyer propelled by a keen passion for excellence anchored in exceptionality. As a graduate of the University of Uyo, Francis obtained his Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree as the Best Graduating Student of his class. He afterwards went on to the Nigerian Law School to obtain his Bachelor at Law (BL) degree with a first-class result. Owing to his passion for humanitarianism and his interest in social change, Francis is a young SDG advocate. He has also taken to volunteering for humanitarian causes over time. Francis has played significant roles in campaigns against social ills, including child labour, female genital mutilation, and campaigns for quality primary ducation. He worked with Humanity Voice and Empowerment Foundation, an NGO that regularly executes humanitarian and charitable projects as well as pr

DAY 8 : Employability skills DATE : March 13, 2024 MODERATOR : Michael Ekanem TIME : 6PM SPEAKER : Anita E. Egujie Biography of the speaker Experienced Administration Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the Human Resources Industry. Skilled in Problem Analysis, Communication and Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Strong operations professional with a Bachelor of Arts - BA focused in Philosophy from Ambrose Ali University. Introduction   Employability skills are essential attributes that help secure and maintain employment and contributes to the long term goals. Employability is not just about securing a job, but empowering people to navigate and thrive in the ever evolving landscape of work. Employability skills Communication skills Teamwork and collaboration Active participation  Problem solving Adaptability Creativity Resilience Writing skills Communication skills In order to develop proper communication skills, one would have to learn to listen and not speak frivo

DAY 7: Mergers and Acquisitions DATE : March 12, 2024 MODERATOR : Peace Eseyin TIME : 6PM SPEAKER : Olayanju Phillips Biography of the speaker Olayanju is a dual qualified (England & Wales and Nigeria) lawyer within the corporate team at Brabners advising on M&A, venture capital, and private equity transactions. His publications have been featured by Financier Worldwide, Mondaq, Business Day, and Nairametrics. He has contributed to the Fintech Africa Legal Guide, published by the South African Law firm of Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr, as an expert on Nigerian FinTech Law. Furthermore, he has been a speaker at global and regional conferences, including the International Money Transfers & Cross-Border Payments Conference and South African Impact Investment Forum. He has also been featured as a guest on the BBC Newsday Programme and interviewed by BBC Africa on regulations in Nigeria. Conceptual clarifications Mergers :  A merger occurs when two entities of equal strength join or com

DAY 6: Law and finance DATE : March 11, 2024 MODERATOR : Ekanem Michael  TIME : 6PM SPEAKER : Mayowa Olagbaiye Biography of the speaker Mayowa Olagbaiye is an Associate at Banwo and Ighodalo with expertise in Banking, Finance, and M&A sectors, specializing in project finance, corporate finance, and debt restructuring.  He offers strategic legal advice, manages risks, and handles transactions for international companies and financial institutions.  His core competencies include; Corporate Finance, Project Finance, Syndicated Financing Arrangements, Contract Negotiation, Due Diligence and Legal Compliance, Legal Research and Document Drafting. He provides commercially relevant advice on the structuring and negotiation of complex transactions and ensure that business operations comply with applicable laws. BANKING AND FINANCE  Banking and Finance allows the lawyers to work on debt transaction relating loans. It can either be on the lenders' sides or borrowers' sides. Such Law