Are you an African founder running your business from Delaware?
You’re not alone. Many African entrepreneurs have chosen Delaware for its ease of incorporation—but in today’s shifting regulatory and economic climate, it’s time to evaluate whether that decision still serves your long-term goals.
Join Itana and Udo Udoma & Bello-Osagie (UUBO) for a virtual panel that brings together legal experts, founders, and operators to break down your options—and help you make the best move for your business.
What you’ll learn:
✅ Why African founders are rethinking Delaware—and what alternatives are emerging
✅ Key legal and tax considerations when switching or choosing a business jurisdiction
✅ How Africa-based zones, like Itana, are making cross-border operations seamless
Speakers
🔵 Kelechi Ibe | Senior Associate, Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie
Kelechi is an award-winning corporate and tax lawyer with over 8 years of experience advising on complex Nigerian and international transactions. A former secondee at Latham & Watkins, he serves as Secretary of the NBA Taxation Committee and co-founded The GreenRidge Foundation to empower African SMEs with pro bono legal support.
🟢 Adetayo Oduwole | Director, Internal Business & Compliance, Itana
Adetayo is a seasoned legal practitioner with over 14 years of experience in Free Zones administration. His expertise spans corporate law, energy, real estate, and cross-border transactions. A former Secretary to Nigeria’s inter-ministerial committee on Free Zones, Adetayo combines legal precision with practical insight to help businesses operate seamlessly across Africa.
🔵 Aanu Odunaike | Senior Associate, Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie
Aanu is a recognized corporate lawyer specializing in private equity, M&A, and fund formation. With a strong track record in high-value transactions and regulatory compliance, she brings strategic legal insight to startups and SMEs. She’s also ranked in Legal 500 EMEA 2024 for her work in Corporate and M&A.
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