Championing Justice Shaping Law Empowering Society
Over two decades of excellence in dispute resolution, tax litigation, and human rights advocacy.
CHAMPIONING JUSTICE SHAPING LAW EMPOWERING SOCIETY
Over two decades of excellence in dispute resolution, tax litigation, and human rights advocacy.
Practice Areas
Corporate & Insolvency Law
Public & Constitutional Law
Dispute Resolution
Tax Litigation & Advisory
Capital Markets & Financial Transactions
practice areas
Corporate & Insolvency Law
Public & Constitutional Law
Dispute Resolution
Tax Litigation & Advisory
Capital Markets & Financial Transactions
Corporate & Insolvency Law
Public & Constitutional Law
Dispute Resolution
Tax Litigation & Advisory
Capital Markets & Financial Transactions
About Lateef Omoyemi Akangbe, SAN
Lateef Omoyemi Akangbe, SAN, is a distinguished Nigerian legal practitioner and Managing Partner at Sofunde, Osakwe, Ogundipe & Belgore. With over two decades of legal experience, he is recognized for his innovative approach to resolving high-stakes disputes and shaping legal outcomes across tax law, capital markets, public interest litigation, and corporate advisory.
A Senior Advocate of Nigeria and an Honourable Member of the Body of Benchers, Mr. Akangbe combines legal excellence with a deep commitment to justice and societal impact. He has advised multinationals, financial institutions, and government bodies, while also championing human rights and gender equality through pro bono work. Whether in the courtroom or the boardroom, Mr. Akangbe brings clarity, integrity, and strategic acumen to every legal challenge.
Innovative Legal Leadership
Mr. Akangbe is renowned for offering innovative solutions in novel and complex legal matters. He has led legal teams in some of Nigeria’s most significant commercial disputes, including cross-border tax and regulatory matters, corporate restructurings, and multi-billion Naira capital market transactions.
As a trusted legal strategist, he provides clear and actionable legal advice that guides clients through high-risk and high-value decisions with confidence.
Arbitration & Legal Training
A firm believer in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), Mr. Akangbe is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (UK) (FCIArb) and an Approved Tutor for CIArb Fellowship Programs. He is also a former Vice Chairman of the Training & Development Sub-Committee of CIArb (UK), Nigeria Branch.
Through his training and mentorship, he contributes to building a new generation of arbitration professionals across Africa.
Regional & Global Engagement
Lateef Akangbe’s influence goes beyond Nigerian borders. His expertise in tax law was recognized with his appointment as a former Africa Membership Officer of the International Bar Association’s Taxes Committee, where he actively advocated for African perspectives in global tax discourse.
Human Rights Advocacy & Pro Bono Work
Driven by a profound sense of justice, Mr. Akangbe is a passionate advocate for human rights, especially child and women’s rights. He is committed to combating gender-based violence and abuse, offering pro bono representation to vulnerable members of society.
His criminal defense work for indigent clients underscores his deep commitment to access to justice and the protection of fundamental freedoms.
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