David Ekanem
David Ekanem is an Associate in the Firm’s Dispute Resolution and Telecommunication, Media and Technology Practice Groups. He is a distinguished litigation lawyer and a Tech Lawyer. As a dispute resolution lawyer, he has represented both national and international clients in various superior courts of record and as a skillful tech lawyer, he has offered legal advice to key clients across the tech industry. David has a kin interest in Artificial Intelligence (AI), particularly in AI Governance and Policy,
As a prolific writer, David has authored and co-authored several impactful articles on AI and copyright, cybersecurity in telemedicine, and the extent of protection offered by the Public Officers Protection Act, 2004, which have been published internationally. Recognized as a thought leader, David has been awarded Mondaq Thought Leading Author for Food, Drugs, Healthcare, Life Sciences, Nigeria in Autumn 2024, and Lexology Legal Influencer Q3, 2024 in the Healthcare and Life Sciences sector for Africa and the Middle East.
Education
- LL.B, University of Uyo (2019)
- B.L, Nigerian Law School (2022)
Professional Memberships
- Nigerian Bar Association (NBA)
- International Law Association (ILA) – Member
Publications
- Author, “Artificial Intelligence and Copyright Protection in Nigeria, Legal Impact and Challenges” May 2024.
- Author, Evaluation of Telemedicine in Nigeria and Cybersecurity Concerns – July 2024
- Co-author, “An Appraisal of The Extent of The Protection Offered By The Public Officers Protection Act, 2004: Co-Defendant’s Rights In View”, May 2024.
- Co-author, Key Highlights of The Code of Governance for Not-For-Profit Organisations 2023, April 2024
Awards & Recognitions
- Mondaq Thought Leadership Awards, Autumn 2024
- Lexology Legal Influencers Q3 2024 for Healthcare and Life Sciences- Africa and Middle East.