Firm News•August 31, 2025
Balogun Harold Advises PaidHR on $1.8 Million Seed Funding Round
This venture capital investment marks an important milestone in PaidHR’s growth journey and supports its mission to expand its HRIS offering across Africa.
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Digital Infrastructure, Cloud & Connectivity Practice
Legal advisory for hyperscalers, cloud providers, data centres, telecom infrastructure, and the digital backbone of Africa's internet economy.
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Digital Economy & Internet Regulation Services
Shaping how platforms, internet businesses, and digital ecosystems operate in Nigeria and across Africa.
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Internet & Platform Law in Nigeria
Legal advisory for digital platforms, online businesses, and internet-enabled companies operating in Nigeria and across Africa.
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Start-ups & Emerging Technology Lawyers
Expert legal counsel for start-ups and emerging technology companies in Africa's innovation ecosystem, including regulatory compliance, funding arrangements, and intellectual property protection.
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Venture Capital in Nigeria
Comprehensive legal support for venture capital funds, startup investments, and fundraising in Nigeria's dynamic tech ecosystem.
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Legal Due Diligence Services
Thorough legal due diligence for M&A transactions, investments, and regulatory compliance across African markets.
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Mergers & Acquisitions Nigeria
Expert M&A counsel for Nigerian transactions, including competition law compliance and regulatory approvals.
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Privacy & Data Protection Audits
Comprehensive privacy and data protection audits to ensure compliance with Nigerian data protection regulations and international standards.
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Competition & Anti-trust in Nigeria
Expert legal guidance on merger notifications, competition reviews, and anti-trust compliance for Nigerian businesses and transactions.
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Market Entry in Nigeria
Comprehensive legal support for international businesses entering the Nigerian market, including regulatory compliance and business structuring.
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Firm News•July 2, 2025
Olubunmi Abayomi-Olukunle to Speak at ELLAN Employment Law Conference 2025
The program will explore contemporary issues in employment law, including workplace ethics, labour law compliance, risk management, and dispute resolution, with particular focus on the interpretation and application of the Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR) Guidelines for the Release of Staff in the Nigerian Oil and Gas Industry, as highlighted in recent decisions of the National Industrial Court.
Firm News•April 11, 2025
Balogun Harold Advises Consultants on $50 Million Dollars Naira-Denominated Venture Capital Fund for Nigeria’s Startup Ecosystem
Balogun Harold acted as legal advisers to consultants on the structuring of a Naira-denominated venture capital fund aimed at fostering the growth of Nigeria’s startup ecosystem.
Firm News•February 15, 2025
Olubunmi Abayomi-Olukunle to Speak at Fintech Association Program
Olu will share his insights on regulatory frameworks, investment strategies, and legal considerations, offering guidance for startups and investors navigating the evolving fintech landscape.
Firm News•December 28, 2024
Balogun Harold Advises Seamfix on $4.5 Million Venture Capital Investment Led by Alitheia Capital
Balogun Harold provided end-to-end legal advisory on the transaction structure, due diligence, and investment documentation, ensuring a seamless fundraising process in line with Nigerian and international venture capital standards.
Firm News•November 28, 2024
Balogun Harold Advises ThriveAgric on International Partnership Delivering $50 Million in Carbon Credit Revenue
Balogun Harold provided comprehensive legal support throughout the transaction, including partnership structuring, documentation, and regulatory compliance, ensuring a smooth and compliant execution in line with Nigerian and international standards.