Our Advisory Board

MICHAEL JONATHAN NUMA, SAN
Advisory Board Member

MICHAEL JONATHAN NUMA, SAN
Advisory Board Member
Michael Jonathan Numa is a renowned Nigerian Dispute Resolution Lawyer and Transaction Advisor with over 15 years of experience in advocacy before courts and arbitral tribunals. He is the Founding Partner of M.J. Numa & Partners LLP, a boutique dispute resolution firm in Abuja, Nigeria. Starting his legal career at Karina Tunyan (SAN) & Company, Abuja’s pioneer law firm, he rose to become Managing Partner in 2018.
Mr. Numa holds an LL.B (Hons) from Delta State University (2008) and an LL.M from Queen Mary, University of London (2013). Called to the Nigerian Bar in 2010, he is a member of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), International Bar Association (IBA), and School of International Arbitration, London. He is also a Fellow of Prime Dispute, UK.
As Founder of The Canvass Legal, he advises on Intellectual Property disputes, Private International Law, and complex transactions, serving diverse clients. Mr. Numa’s contributions to legal scholarship include articles and a former column in Thisday Lawyer titled “The Canvass.”

NAFIU BALA RABIU
Advisory Board Member

NAFIU BALA RABIU
Advisory Board Member
Nafiu Bala Rabiu is the Chairman and Founder of Balnara Group of Companies, a dynamic organization driving growth and innovation across multiple industries. With a visionary approach to leadership, he has established Balnara as a trusted name in business excellence. In addition to his role at Balnara, Nafiu serves as the General Manager of Sales at PIYO Global Ltd, where he oversees strategic sales operations and fosters impactful client relationships.
His dedication to excellence, strategic insights, and commitment to building sustainable businesses have earned him recognition as a leader in his field. Nafiu is passionate about creating opportunities and delivering value through innovation and collaboration, setting a benchmark for success in the corporate world.

NICOLE SCHRADER, MSW, LMSW
Advisory Board Member

NICOLE SCHRADER, MSW, LMSW
Advisory Board Member
Nicole Schrader is a dedicated Clinical Therapist and Wellness Professional with a client-centered approach to mental health care. Her diverse background in relationship building, cross-cultural training, and service-oriented experiences has shaped her journey in the mental wellness field. Nicole is deeply passionate about supporting personal growth and fostering resilience through mindfulness, somatic practices, and trauma-informed care.
With a compassionate and empathetic perspective, she empowers individuals to navigate life’s challenges while promoting holistic well-being.

FEMI IROMINI
Advisory Board Member

FEMI IROMINI
Advisory Board Member
Femi Iromini is a visionary leader and seasoned executive with a track record of driving innovation and impactful change across multiple sectors. As the CEO and Co-founder of Moni, he has revolutionized digital, community-based banking for small businesses in Africa, achieving a 99% repayment rate and disbursing over $40 million. Backed by top investors like Y Combinator and Goodwater Capital, Moni has raised $8 million in funding.
Femi previously contributed to economic development strategies at the World Bank, spearheading Nigeria’s Country Private Sector Diagnostic tool. He also founded Lead360, bridging education and employment gaps, and worked with AXA Venture Partners and African Foresight Group.
A faculty member at renowned institutions, Femi holds a B.Sc. in Geophysics (OAU), executive training (Stanford), and fellowships with CDL Oxford, Y Combinator, and Ashoka.