Davidson Oturu, a legal practitioner and investor, is set to release his book, Fintech Law and Practice in Nigeria, a comprehensive legal guide that explores the rapidly evolving fintech industry in Nigeria. This essential resource provides key insights into the legal and regulatory landscape that governs the country’s thriving fintech sector.
Fintech Law and Practice in Nigeria addresses critical issues, including regulatory frameworks, compliance challenges, intellectual property concerns, and the impact of emerging technologies such as blockchain, cryptocurrencies, and AI on financial services. The book also features case studies, legal analysis, and practical advice for lawyers, entrepreneurs, and investors navigating this dynamic space.
Davidson Oturu, who has an extensive background in fintechand intellectual property, is renowned for his role in shaping the Nigeria Startup Act and other key regulatory initiatives. He was also part of the Securities and Exchange Commission Roadmap Committee that drafted a framework for the use of fintech in Nigeria’s capital market. With this book, Oturu offers a guide for stakeholders to understand the complexities of fintech law and seize opportunities in Nigeria’s fintech market, one of the fastest-growing sectors in Africa.
The book will be launched on October 30, 2024, at the Centre for Commercial Law, Global South Law Research Network, University of Aberdeen and there will also be a roundtable on the development of fintech on the African continent.
Speaking ahead of the launch, Oturu noted, “Fintech Law and Practice in Nigeria aims to provide a clear legal roadmap for entrepreneurs, investors, and legal professionals. The book is a result of my experiences and active participation in creating policies that facilitate innovation while safeguarding stakeholders in this fast-growing sector.”
The book launch at the University of Aberdeen is expected to draw legal scholars, industry leaders, and policymakers, offering an invaluable platform for discussions on the future of fintech regulation in emerging markets.
The book will be available for purchase on Amazon, Google Books, Barnes & Noble, and other bookstores locally and internationally.
Davidson Oturu was a partner at AELEX, where he led the firm’s fintech, technology and startup practice and has a passion for innovation in the tech space. He is presently a general partner at Nubia Capital, a venture capital firm, and played a pivotal role in drafting the Nigeria Startup Act. Oturu has been recognized in numerous legal directories, including Chambers Fintech Guide, Chambers Global, Legal 500, IFLR1000 and Who’s Who Legal.
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