Busola is a seasoned legal expert specializing in Commercial, Intellectual Property (IP), Entertainment, and Media law, with extensive experience spanning Africa, Asia, the USA, and the UK. She demonstrates a proven track record across diverse industries, including technology, e-commerce, retail, financial services, media, and healthcare. Actively contributes to global IP policy development and mentorship initiatives, shaping the future of the IP landscape.  

Relevant Experience

• Negotiated financing, licensing, and sponsorship agreements, enabling $500,000+ in funding for the launch of The Price is Right TV format in Nigeria
• Legal advisor to the 2-time Guinness World Record holder for marathon cooking, ensuring regulatory compliance and brand alignment through influencer agreements
• Supervision of Flutterwave IP Advisory and Portfolio Management
• Advising and coordinating the global trademark registration of Dangote Industries Limited
• Advising on transfer of IP rights in relation to a private equity investment in a leading payment solution software company
• Advising on the acquisition of intellectual property rights in a merger and acquisition in an FMCG company
• Advised on the acquisition of Intellectual Property Rights in a foremost Nigerian Record Label “Mavin Records” by a leading international investment and advisory firm
• Drafts, analyzes, negotiates, and interprets 30+ commercial and IP agreements annually, managing transactions valued at over $1million. Ensures legal compliance and mitigates risks for clients across technology, pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, and media sectors
• Structured and reviewed 20+ complex agreements for financing, licensing, franchising, and sponsorship, ensuring regulatory compliance and contributing to the financial expansion of client portfolios
• Delivers comprehensive legal support to Film makers, music artists, producers, record labels, and entertainment companies. Evaluates complex contract terms, negotiates favorable outcomes, and ensures alignment with industry standards, mitigating legal risks by 20% and safeguarding clients’ interests
• Develops IP strategies for clients, providing guidance on portfolios and technological assets in over 10+ high-value corporate transactions (M&A, joint ventures, spinouts, financings, and other corporate transactions) worth more than $10 million

 

Certifications

• Intellectual Property Law Management — George Mason University, Antonin Scalia Law School, USA
• Driving Strategic Innovation & Business Development — Lagos Business School, Pan Atlantic University
• Building the 21st Century Team — Lagos Business School, Pan Atlantic University
• Software Licensing (including Open Source) — World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), Switzerland