Zaynab Abdusalam

Zaynab Omobolanle Abdussalam is an Associate in the Firm’s Dispute Resolution Practice Group. She is a distinguished Energy and Corporate Law lawyer, with a keen focus on contractual disputes, corporate compliance, regulatory advisory, and cross-border commercial matters. She has a strong interest in Energy Law, particularly in oil and gas regulation, energy transition policies, and emerging trends in natural resource management. 

Beyond her dispute resolution practice, Zaynab is a prolific legal researcher and writer. She has co-authored insightful articles on Oil and Gas, Court Judgments, and the Enforcement of Foreign Judgments, contributing to critical discussions on legal and regulatory developments in Nigeria and beyond. Her dedication to continuous learning and legal innovation positions her as a forward-thinking legal professional, committed to delivering tailored legal solutions that align with the evolving needs of clients and the broader business landscape. 

Education 

• B.L, Nigerian Law School (2024) 
• LL. B, Olabisi Onabanjo University (2021) 

Professional Memberships 

• Member, Nigerian Bar Association 
• Member, Nigerian Bar Association of Nigeria section on Business Law (NBA-SBL) 
• Member, Business Recovery and Insolvency Practitioners Association of Nigeria (BRIPAN) 
• Member, International Federation of Women Lawyers 
• Member, Institute of Chartered Mediators and Conciliators. 

Awards & Recognitions 

• Recognised with an Award of Excellence at the 2024 FIDA Law Week. 

Publications 

• Co-author, “A Comparative Analysis on Compressed Natural Gas Adoption in Nigeria: Key considerations before conversion”, 2025.  
• Co-author, “Attorney General of the Federation v. Attorney General of Abia State & Ors (2024) LPELR-62576(SC): Was the purposive interpretation justified?”, 2024. 
• Co-author, “Registration and Enforcement of Foreign Judgments in Nigeria under the Foreign Judgments (Reciprocal Enforcement) Act, 1990, Cap 152, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria 2004”, A case for the inclusion of Non- Monetary Foreign Judgments.  2024