Abisoye Coker Appointed as Alternate Chair of the Fundraising Sub-Committee for NBA Lagos Law Week 2025
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Lagos Branch has appointed Abisoye Coker as the Alternate Chair of the Fundraising Sub-Committee for the upcoming NBA Lagos Law Week 2025, scheduled for June 14th – 20th, 2025. This year’s theme, “Reimagining the Practice of Law: Ethics, Innovation, and the Future of Legal Services,” will explore the intersection of law, technology, and policy, emphasizing the evolving role of legal practitioners in a rapidly shifting global landscape.
A seasoned corporate lawyer, entrepreneur, and financial policy advocate, Abisoye chairs the board of KiaKia Global Inc., a leading payments solutions company, and also serves as the Managing Director of KiaKia FX UK, the group’s payments systems technology and advisory firm. With a strong focus on FX policy reforms in Africa, he has established himself as a key thought leader in financial regulations and corporate governance.
Speaking on his appointment, Abisoye underscored the importance of innovation and adaptability in the legal profession, particularly in an era of fast-changing financial policies and regulatory frameworks. He noted that as global economic structures continue to evolve, legal practitioners must engage with emerging policies and technologies to remain effective, forward-thinking, and prepared for the future.
Amongst other topical discussions, NBA Lagos Law Week 2025 will feature a high-level roundtable discussion on the impact of the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) Foreign Exchange Reform Policies introduced in 2024.