Omotayo Mary Dada

A legal practitioner and public policy analyst focused on advancing good governance, strengthening regulatory institutions, and expanding intercontinental trade across Africa. Working at the intersection of law, public policy, and international trade, supporting governments, regulators, and international organisations in developing and implementing effective legislative and policy frameworks.

Professional interests include international trade policy, regulatory reform, institutional effectiveness, and emerging issues in AI policy, governance, and regulation. Bringing a multidisciplinary perspective to reform initiatives, combining legal training with policy analysis and project management to deliver practical and sustainable solutions.

Education & Academic Distinction

Master of Public Policy (MPP)

University of Oxford

Barrister at law (B.L)

Nigerian Law School, First Class Honors - Best Graduating Student (BGS)

Bachelor of Laws Degree (LL. B)

University of Ilorin, Upper Division of Second-Class Honors.

Selected Professional Experience

Legal Drafting and Advisory

Undertook a review of the Nigerian Digital Economy Bill 2023 in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Finance and World Bank, Providing Comprehensive legal analysis and recommendation for alignment with international standard practices.
Conducted a Comprehensive review of Nigeria’s Data Protection Regulation, providing legal analysis and recommendations to align with international privacy standards.
Developed Material for specialized training of the African Development Bank legal team on financing strategies during crises

Litigation, Arbitration and Dispute Resolution Support

Support on high value commercial and regulatory disputes, including matters involving statutory interpretation and regulatory compliance
Experience supporting international commercial and investment arbitration proceedings, including disputes involving cross border investments and public sector entities
Legal research, strategy support, and drafting in dispute resolution contexts

Trade and Investment Policy Engagements

Advisory on trade governance and institutional frameworks
Support on regional and international trade policy initiatives
Cross border investment and regulatory risk analysis

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Awards & Recognition

University of Oxford, Commonwealth Shared Scholarship

Council of Legal Education Star Prize for Best Student of the Year

National Association of Women Judges Prize for Best Female Student of the Year

Nigerian Bar Association Prize for Best Graduating Student

Director General’s Prize for attaining 1st Class

Leadership & Service

Committee member and contributor to professional and academic forums focused on policy, governance, and legal development

Mentorship and capacity building initiatives supporting students and early career professionals

Leadership roles in academic, professional, and community-based initiatives.