Meet the Team
The idea behind Kiet is simple: law should supercharge innovation, not slow it down.
That vision is driven by a group of amazing young individuals, who bring their experience building and ruthless execution to every client engagement.
They lead Kiet’s growing network of collaborators united by a single mission — serving as the trusted legal partner to Africa’s leading thinkers, dreamers, and builders.
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Founding PartnerEmmanuel Eyo is the Founding Partner and Head of Practice at Kiet Business Attorneys. With over 5 years of experience building and scaling startups, he combines his deep industry experience with a nuanced understanding of technology and business law to provide innovative legal solutions that help his clients build, grow and scale.
Recognized for his sharp thinking and growth mindset, Emmanuel’s clients appreciate his unique blend of legal acumen with business foresight.
Outside work, Emmanuel enjoys good music, great food, and the occasional game of tennis.
Emmanuel@kietlaw.com. +234 814 973 0328
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Managing Partner
Collins Chukwuonye is a commercially astute legal professional working within Nigeria’s energy and business sectors. He combines legal knowledge with practical commercial strategy, helping clients navigate the complexities of the Nigerian energy space while positioning businesses for long-term growth.
Beyond advisory work, Collins has worked closely with startups on corporate structuring, regulatory compliance, governance, commercial agreements, and operational strategy, helping founders build businesses on strong legal and commercial foundations.
Having also built and operated ventures himself, he brings a practical, business-minded perspective to legal advisory, particularly for emerging companies and ambitious founders navigating fast-moving industries.
Collinschukwuonye@kietlaw.com +234 907 888 0008
