From Soil to Market: The Business of a Lawyer in the Extractive Industries

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From Soil to Market: The Business of a Lawyer in the Extractive Industries


At the heart of Nigeria’s economic narrative lies the extractive sector, a space where law, policy, and enterprise constantly intersect.
The NBA-YLF Abuja Summit 2025 takes this intersection to center stage in the session titled “From Soil to Market: The Business of a Lawyer in the Extractive Industries.”
This conversation brings together brilliant minds redefining how legal professionals engage with energy, mining, and natural resource ventures in the 21st century.

Umar Oba Adelodun — Managing Director, OAT Ltd

Visionary entrepreneur Umar Oba Adelodun, Managing Director of OAT Ltd, exemplifies the fusion of legal awareness and business leadership.
Through his stewardship in oil and allied services, Adelodun has demonstrated how legal literacy underpins corporate success, from contract negotiation to risk management and industrial partnerships.

At the Summit, he will explore how lawyers can expand their influence beyond advisory roles, positioning themselves as indispensable players in Africa’s extractive value chain.

Summit Details

🗓️ Date: Thursday, 30th October 2025
📍 Venue: NBA Headquarters, Central Business District, Abuja
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM Prompt

🔗 Register to attend: https://forms.gle/vS6uwKx5HFo8VrYWA

📱 Follow the conversation:
Instagram — @ylf_unitybar_abuja
X (Twitter) — @YLFUnityBar
Facebook — YLF Abuja Unity Bar

The Street Lawyer NG is proud to spotlight this session as part of our continued commitment to showcasing the growing influence of law in shaping Nigeria’s industries and future economies.

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