Personal Information:
A seasoned legal practitioner with over 8 years of diverse experience in corporate law, secretariat duties, governance compliance, and general legal consultancy. She currently serves as the Admin Legal Manager at Silvex International Ltd, where she plays a pivotal role in ensuring legal and regulatory compliance, managing corporate governance structures, and providing strategic legal advice to support business objectives.
Holds a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) from Bayero University, Kano (2010–2015) and a Barrister-at-Law (B.L) qualification from the Nigerian Law School (2016–2017). Sa’adatu is also a Chartered Arbitrator certified by the Nigerian Institute of Chartered Arbitrators (NICArb) in 2023, and she is currently pursuing further chartered arbitration certification with the Institute of Chartered Arbitrators (UK). A Chartered scerectary from the institue of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria(ICSAN)
Before joining Silvex International, she honed her litigation and advocacy skills at R.B. Okeleye & Co and Pointblank Attorneys from 2018 to 2022, where she represented a wide range of clients and developed her expertise in dispute resolution and legal drafting.
In her current capacity, Sa’adatu also serves as the Company Secretary to Living Carborn Jigawa and Board Secretary to Nassaco Limited, where she advises on corporate governance, statutory obligations, and board affairs. Her responsibilities span policy development, contract negotiation, regulatory filings, and managing legal risks.
Professional Skills:
Sa’adatu brings over 8 years of legal expertise to Silvex International, with strong capabilities in corporate and secretariat law, governance compliance, legal risk management, and contract negotiation. Her competencies span:
Corporate Legal Advisory
Farming Skills
Analytical Skills
Farming Skills
Awards & Honors:
Sa’adatu’s distinguished achievements in law and governance have earned her multiple professional certifications and recognitions. These honors reflect her commitment to excellence, continuous learning, and outstanding contributions to corporate legal practice and arbitration.
2016:
Outstanding Compliance Leadership Award
2018:
Excellence in Administrative Governance
2021:
Legal Innovation and Strategy Honor
A results-driven and detail-oriented professional, Sa’adatu is recognized for her excellent drafting skills, thorough legal research, and strong management acumen. She brings a balanced blend of courtroom experience and corporate legal strategy to the table, making her an invaluable asset to Silvex International’s leadership and legal compliance structure.