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Davidson Oturu is a Nigerian lawyer, venture capitalist and author noted for his expertise in technology law[1] and strategic investments[2].

[1] Shittu, Rilwan. "Cyber Issues Creating Opportunities." Africa Legal, 11 September 2019. https://www.africa-legal.com/news/cyber-issues-creating-opportunities/105970

[2] Onyinye Ukegbu. "AI, AfCFTA, embedded finance to shape fintechs' 2025." Businessday NG, 30 December 2024. https://businessday.ng/interview/article/ai-afcfta-embedded-finance-to-shape-fintechs-2025-oturu/Retrieved 2025-06-21.

Early life and education

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Davidson Oturu was born in Lagos State, Nigeria, to the family of Dr. and Dr. (Mrs.) Mark Oturu. He attended King’s College Lagos and obtained his Senior School Certificate in 1996. Upon graduation, he proceeded to the University of Ibadan, Oyo State for his university education, and obtained a Bachelors of Law (LLB) degree and a BL from the Nigerian Law School. He then proceeded to the University of Cumbria for a Master of Laws (LL.M) in International Business Law and an MBA from Queen Mary University of London.

Career

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Oturu began his career as an Associate at Matrix Solicitors, a Nigerian law firm. He later became a Partner at AELEX , a top-tier Nigerian law firm, where he led the Intellectual Property, Startups, Innovation, and Technology Practice[1] .

He was appointed to the committee set up by the Nigeria Exchange Group[2] , chaired by Ade Bajomo, which was tasked with creating a roadmap for the integration of financial technology (Fintech) in Nigeria’s capital market.[3] The committee's report was finalised in August 2019[4]  and was instrumental in the Securities and Exchange Commission issuing guidelines on cryptocurrency, virtual assets, crowdfunding and other emerging Fintech securities in Nigeria's capital market.[5][6]

Oturu was further appointed by Muhammadu Buhari’s administration to lead the legal team that drafted Nigeria's Startup Act[7][8] and was subsequently named to the National Council for Digital Innovation and Entrepreneurship to drive the Act’s implementation.[9]

In 2023, Oturu joined Nubia Capital,[10] a venture capital firm, as a general partner. In this role, he oversees strategic investments in tech startups in Africa.

Publications and media

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In November 2024, Oturu published Fintech Law and Practice in Nigeria, the first comprehensive legal text in Nigeria dedicated to fintech.[11][12][13] The book was launched at the University of Aberdeen during an event featuring scholars and industry experts, earning positive reviews for its depth and relevance.[14]

Oturu has been featured in interviews with NBC News,[15] Yahoo News[16] and the American Bar Association's International Section.[17]

Philanthropy

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In 2022, Oturu established the Davidson Oturu Law School Scholarship Foundation, aimed at supporting academically outstanding but financially disadvantaged students who cannot afford the tuition at the Nigerian Law School.[18][19]

References

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  1. ^ "The future is IP — Secure your intellectual property rights". BusinessDay. BusinessDay Media. 2022-03-03. Retrieved 2025-06-21.
  2. ^ "SEC APPOINTS ǼLEX PARTNER, DAVIDSON OTURU, TO FINTECH COMMITTEE ON CAPITAL MARKETS". Aelex.
  3. ^ editor (2018-11-14). "Capital market to transit towards FinTech driven market- DG, SEC". Business247News. Retrieved 2025-06-21. {{cite web}}: |last= has generic name (help)
  4. ^ Media, R. V. O. (2019-08-28). "Report of the FinTech Roadmap Committee of the Nigerian Capital Market". The Securities and Exchange Commission, Nigeria. Retrieved 2025-06-21.
  5. ^ Esq, Mayowa Adegoke (2021-11-25). "The Future Of Fintech In Nigeria: A Review Of The Report By The Fintech Roadmap Committee". The Capital. Retrieved 2025-06-21.
  6. ^ Chimdiuto, Tony (2020-02-07). "Security Exchange Commission of Nigeria Officially Inaugurated the Fintech Roadmap Report for Implementation". DiutoCoinNews. Retrieved 2025-06-21.
  7. ^ TheCable (2022-01-28). "Group educates Nigeria startup ecosystem on the Nigeria startup bill". TheCable. Retrieved 2025-06-21.
  8. ^ "Startup Nigeria". startup.gov.ng. Retrieved 2025-06-21.
  9. ^ Johnstone (2023-04-06). "Nigeria inaugurates digital innovation council to drive Startup Act". Condia. Retrieved 2025-06-21.
  10. ^ "Davidson Oturu". Nubia Capital. Retrieved 2025-06-21.
  11. ^ Legalnaija (2024-10-12). "Book on Fintech Law and Practice in Nigeria Launches with Roundtable Discussion at University of Aberdeen - Legalnaija". Retrieved 2025-06-21.
  12. ^ "'Fintech Law and Practice in Nigeria': Davidson Oturu's New Book to Explore Legal Frameworks Amid Rapid Industry Growth". Legal Nigeria. Legal Nigeria. 2024-10-06. Retrieved 2025-06-21. {{cite web}}: Check |archive-url= value (help)
  13. ^ "Legal expert reveals howfintech firms can navigate complex regulatory environment. – THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 2025-06-21.
  14. ^ "2024 Roundtable on FinTech and Digital Markets in Africa | Blog | The University of Aberdeen". www.abdn.ac.uk. Retrieved 2025-06-21.
  15. ^ "Everything to know about Elon Musk's 'everything app'". NBC News. 2023-07-25. Retrieved 2025-06-21.
  16. ^ "Everything to know about Elon Musk's 'everything app'". Yahoo Tech. 2023-07-25. Retrieved 2025-06-21.
  17. ^ "VC Law: Episode 29: Venture Capital in Africa with Davidson Oturu". Business Law Today from ABA. 2024-07-09. Retrieved 2025-06-21.
  18. ^ "Brilliant Nigerian lady bags first-class degree in Law, wins scholarship to Law school | Scholarship Region". 2024-01-10. Retrieved 2025-06-21.
  19. ^ Okogba, Emmanuel (2023-10-12). "Why we're offering scholarships to law students - Oturu". Vanguard News. Retrieved 2025-06-21.
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