Edikan Ekanem

Edikan Ekanem is a results-driven Corporate and Commercial Lawyer with over seven years of experience advising businesses across construction, infrastructure, real estate, technology, and finance. As the Founding Partner at Glimsource, he leads a non-courtroom legal practice that blends precision, innovation, and business strategy to deliver measurable commercial impact.

His expertise spans commercial transactions, startup advisory, regulatory compliance, and construction law, with a proven track record in structuring high-value projects and joint ventures across Nigeria and beyond. Edikan is particularly recognised for his leadership in Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) compliance, having developed frameworks that strengthen corporate governance and safeguard reputational integrity for Designated Non-Financial Businesses and Professions (DNFBPS)

A Certified Fellow of the Institute of Construction Industry Arbitrators (ICIARB) and active member of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) and its Section on Business Law (SBL),

he brings deep industry insight and hands-on experience in project finance, compliance design, and contract management. He is passionate about helping businesses, innovators, and investors navigate regulatory complexities while unlocking commercial growth.

Career Highlights

Career Highlights

  • Structured and negotiated infrastructure joint ventures exceeding ₦8 billion ($10M), ensuring balanced risk allocation and compliance clarity.
  • Designed AML/CFT frameworks adopted by firms with combined asset portfolios above ₦950 million, reducing regulatory exposure by 40%.
  • Led due diligence and negotiations for a $3M real estate acquisition, saving clients ₦50M in potential liabilities.
  • Enabled fintech expansion into two new jurisdictions by developing licensing and compliance strategies that reduced regulatory delays by 60%.
  • Drafted airtight contracts that prevented a potential $250K cross- border dispute during a startup’s international expansion.

Previous Roles

Summary Hearing Attorney, Kirkendall Dwyer LLP (Texas, USA)
– Managed over 1,700 cross-jurisdictional cases, honing expertise in evidence analysis, arbitration, and procedural compliance.

Legal & Compliance Officer, Kampus Group (London, UK)
– Led due diligence and regulatory compliance reviews, streamlined contract management with government and educational partners, and strengthened institutional risk frameworks through policy and process optimisation.

Business & Regulatory Attorney, Law Forte (Abuja, Nigeria)
– Structured contracts, secured regulatory approvals, and supported clients in real estate, construction, and fintech sectors.

Areas of Focus

  • Corporate & Commercial Advisory
  • Real Estate, Construction & Infrastructure.
  • Project Finance, Contract Management
  • Business Development, Startup Advisory & Compliance

Education And Certifications

  • B.L., Nigerian Law School, Abuja.
  • LL.B (Hons.), University of Uyo.
  • Fintech Law & Policy (Duke University, 2022); Legal Tech & Startups (IE Business School, Spain, 2022).

Professional Memberships

  • Fellow, Institute of Construction Industry Arbitrators (ICIARB)
  • Member, Nigerian Bar Association (NBA)
  • Member, NBA Section on Business Law (Construction, Projects & Infrastructure Committee).

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