One of Nigeria’s leading commercial law firms, Babalakin & Co., has announced its inaugural Finance Roundtable 1.0, aimed at connecting Nigerian businesses with cross-border investment opportunities through Mauritius.

The high-level breakfast meeting themed “Structuring for Growth: Leveraging Mauritius for Cross-Border Expansion and Financing” would convene entrepreneurs, investors, and professionals to explore strategies for accessing global finance while strengthening local economic growth.

The event, scheduled for September 17, 2025, would feature a strategic partnership with Intercontinental Trust Limited (ITL), a Mauritius-based financial and fiduciary services firm licensed by the Mauritius Financial Services Commission, with offices across Africa and Asia.

Speaking ahead of the roundtable, Partner, Babalakin & Co., and Practice Group Head, Financial Services and Securities, Mabel Okereke said the initiative is designed to bridge the gap between Nigerian enterprises and international capital flows.

“The Finance Roundtable 1.0 is about bringing international finance to our shores and empowering Nigerian companies to compete on a global stage. Mauritius is a trusted international hub, and when used strategically, it can help channel resources back into sectors that matter most for our economy,” Okereke said.

Other key speakers for the event included Azeez Abiodun, Chief Representative Officer (Nigeria) of Mauritius Commercial Bank, and Kesaven Moothoosamy, Chief Executive Officer of ITL.

Together, they would discuss structuring investments, asset management, and building competitive platforms for Nigerian businesses to thrive globally.

The forum aims to attract high-net-worth individuals, fund managers, business leaders, and thought leaders, providing a platform for knowledge sharing, partnerships, and strategic development.

According to the organisers, the Finance Roundtable reflects Babalakin & Co.’s broader vision of law as proactive and business-oriented, beyond traditional advocacy.

The firm emphasised its commitment to creating platforms where finance, law, and opportunity intersect to drive Africa’s growth.