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Toritseju Dottie

Country:

  • Nigeria

Designation and Company

  • Partner, Aluko and Oyebode

Years of Experience

  • 19

years

Area of Expertise/Speaking

1.

  • Strategic Governance & Risk — IP risk management, governance, regulatory compliance, board oversight of intangible assets.

2.

  • Innovation, Commercialisation & Value Creation — Monetising IP, innovation ecosystems, IP strategy, leveraging intangible assets for competitive advantage

3.

  • Policy Influence & Ecosystem Leadership — IP law reform, digital economy, anti-counterfeiting, capacity building, and public awareness.

Notable Career Highlights/Milestones

1.

  • Recognised internationally for contributions to intellectual property law and policy advocacy, with active involvement in global IP associations, industry bodies, and ecosystem-building initiatives.

2.

  • Led strategic IP portfolio registrations and commercialisation initiatives across multiple jurisdictions, helping organisations maximise the value of intangible assets and expand into local and international markets.

3.

  • Drives thought leadership at the intersection of intellectual property, governance, innovation, and regulatory policy through speaking engagements, mentorship, and ecosystem development initiatives.

Professional Summary

Toju is a seasoned intellectual property professional with extensive experience in Nigeria, she has built a distinguished career at the intersection of law, innovation, and commercial strategy. Her leadership journey reflects a consistent commitment to strengthening IP protection frameworks, advising organizations on safeguarding intangible assets, and driving awareness of intellectual property rights across diverse sectors.

She possess deep expertise in trademarks, copyrights, patents, and regulatory compliance, with a proven ability to navigate Nigeria’s evolving legal landscape. Over the years, she has led high-impact initiatives, supported businesses in portfolio development and enforcement, and contributed to policy conversations that shape IP practice nationally.

Known for her strategic thinking and collaborative leadership, she continues to mentor emerging professionals and foster cross-functional partnerships that enhances value creation. Her work has not only protected clients’ innovations but also advanced the broader ecosystem for creativity and enterprise in Nigeria.

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