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Precision.
Excellence.

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4
Global Offices
9+
Practice Areas
100s
Cases Handled
About the Firm

Nigeria's Most Proficient
Law Firm

Eclipse Legal Consult is one of the most proficient law firms in Nigeria, established by Mr. Abdullahi AbdulQahar — The Founder — with its head office in Abuja and additional offices in London, Sokoto, and Lagos.

We support domestic and international investors in establishing, merging, and expanding their enterprises at home and abroad, using our expertise and knowledge of legislation available in the relevant jurisdictions.

The Firm has cross-border affiliations with leading legal service providers in Western, Eastern, and Southern Africa, and operates on four core principles: Ability, Availability, Affability and Affordability.

"It is to the machinery of law alone that mankind owes institutional justice and liberty." — AbdulQahar Abdullahi, Principal Partner
4
Global Offices
9+
Practice Areas
100s
Cases Handled
3+
African Regions
Our Core Principles

What We Stand For

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Precision

Our strategy focuses on efficiency and effectiveness to deliver the finest client satisfaction in every matter we handle.

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Confidentiality

Maintaining absolute secrecy of all client information — personal, business, or otherwise — is our most fundamental value.

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Prompt

We respond instantly, always up-to-date on every development, working swiftly without jeopardizing quality or accuracy.

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Integrity

We constantly follow high ethical standards and principles in a constant, unwavering manner without compromise.

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Commitment

Your legal and business objectives are always foremost. We build long-term bonds with partner-led, personalised service.

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Gender Equality

Equal rights, obligations, and opportunities for all — no bias based on race, religion, gender, or ethnicity. Ever.

AbdulQahar Abdullahi — Principal Partner & Founder

AbdulQahar Abdullahi

Principal Partner & Founder

The Founder

About the Founder

AbdulQahar Abdullahi is the Principal Partner and Founder of Eclipse Legal Consult. Widely recognised as one of the most trusted and certifiable lawyers for foreign investors in Nigeria, he combines exceptional legal acumen with the ability to persuade and influence high-ranking individuals for international portfolios.

His practice focuses on litigation, corporate and commercial law, complex high-value disputes, international law, business contracts, sale of goods, banking, insurance, finance, fintech, partnership, bankruptcy, formation of companies, shareholder rights, admiralty law, ICT law, M&A, and taxation.

Mr. Abdullahi has extensive expertise across various legal sectors with detailed precise knowledge on litigation, corporate law and consultancy. His opinions are highly valued — people trust and respect his judgements.

LitigationCorporate Law International LawFintech M&AICT Law AdmiraltyTaxation FinanceArbitration BankruptcyIP
What We Do

Areas of Practice

With extensive experience cutting across virtually all spheres of litigation, corporate law and consultancy, we deliver strategic, partner-led legal solutions to every client.

01 Litigation

Litigation

Hundreds of cases before Courts and Tribunals in Nigeria and beyond, with strategic vision, practical solutions, and full transparency.

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02 International Law

International Law

Cross-border legal counsel for investors, corporations, and governments navigating complex global legal frameworks.

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03 Corporate Law

Corporate & Commercial Law

Full lifecycle corporate support — negotiations, transactions, licensing, shareholder agreements, and regulatory compliance.

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04 Labour & Employment

Labour & Employment

Labour contracts, dispute resolution, work permits for foreign employees, social insurance, and compliance with Nigerian employment law.

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05 Real Estate

Investment Advisory & Real Estate

Portfolio management, hundreds of property transactions, title recovery, and real estate regulatory compliance.

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06 ICT Law

ICT Law & IT Services

Data protection, cybersecurity, e-commerce law, digital judiciary systems, and election monitoring services.

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07 Intellectual Property

Intellectual Property

IP formation, trademarks, patents, copyrights, licensing — covering entertainment, fintech, media, and sports industries.

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08 Finance & Taxation

Finance & Taxation

Domestic and cross-border tax advisory, VAT, tax planning, structured finance, reorganisation, and dispute resolution.

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09 M&A and Arbitration

Fintech, M&A & ADR

Securities, IPOs, bonds, acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and skillfully designed arbitration settlement agreements.

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Trusted By

Our Clients

We represent multinational corporations, financial institutions, state governments, and international investors — with a significant proportion of repeat clients who trust in our ability, knowledge, and reputation.

Our Clients

Our Clients

GTBank
Financial Institution
NDIC
Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corp
Sokoto State Govt
Government
Kano State Govt
Government
Kebbi State Govt
Government
Bauchi State Govt
Government
Zamfara State Govt
Government
Globo Homes
Real Estate
Smart Residences Ltd
Real Estate
Gidanka
Real Estate
Infinite Acres
Real Estate & Investment
Arma Biomedical Ltd
Healthcare
Oriental Hospital
Healthcare
Prosafe Africa Ltd
Industrial
Alepay
Fintech
Afrah Apparel
Fashion & Luxury
Recognition

Awards & Distinctions

Awards & Recognitions
Center Point · Dubai, UAE · 2021
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Legal Consultant of the Year

Awarded to AbdulQahar Abdullahi at the 2021 Tribute Ceremony in Dubai, UAE, recognising outstanding contribution to international legal practice.

Chambers & Partners
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Tier 3 — Award of Excellence

Recognised for excellence in litigation, corporate, commercial, and intellectual property (IP) practice across Nigeria.

The Legal 100 · Entrepreneur Middle East
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Most Trustful & Certifiable Lawyers for Foreign Investors

Handpicked as one of Nigeria's most trusted and certifiable lawyers for foreign investors operating in the Nigerian market.

In The Press

Media Features

Channels TV NTA Savannah TV Caliphate Radio Young CEOs Magazine Tracker Magazine Entrepreneur Middle East

"How AbdulQahar Abdullahi Forged His Own Path in the Nigerian and Global Legal Landscape"

Given that he is one of the youngest lawyers in Nigeria who can boast of having an established firm catering to a client list that includes everyone from multinational corporates to fledgling startups — AbdulQahar Abdullahi, Principal Partner at Eclipse Legal Consult — is passionate about his responsibility to teach younger lawyers how to help people get their rights.

— Tracker Magazine  ·  September 2020  ·  9 min read
Reach Us

Contact Us

📞 +234 806 112 4858  |  +234 706 280 8073 ✉ contact@eclipselegalconsult.ng 🌐 www.eclipselegalconsult.ng

Abuja — Head Office

Wing B, 108, Shashilga Court,
Ahmadu Bello Way, FCT Abuja

London Office

25 Carlwell Street, Opposite St. George's Hospital,
South West London, SW17 0SE, England

Lagos Office

Suite 5, Lekki Center,
Lekki Phase 1, Lagos

Sokoto Office

No. 1 Katuru Road, Off Lodge Road,
Near Government House, Sokoto