Mide Alabi

Ayomide "Mide" Alabi is a Nigerian lawyer, compliance professional, and prolific writer specializing in energy law, regulatory compliance, and commercial transactions.

He has contributed to the legal advisory teams of major industry players, including Nigeria’s leading power distribution company, providing guidance on contracts, regulatory frameworks, and compliance matters.

Beyond legal practice, Mide possesses professional experience in strategic partnerships and guest services, with a proven ability to navigate client relations and corporate negotiations.

Currently, Mide combines his role as company secretary for an emerging Nigerian stage management company specializing in high-tech stagecraft with his position as partner at a fledgling law firm in Lagos.

Mide is also the cofounder of Trellis Africa, a compliance advisory firm that helps modern African businesses build strong regulatory foundations. In this role, he designs compliance frameworks, guides clients through cross-border regulatory challenges, and provides strategic insight to digital asset companies, startups, and growth-stage businesses seeking clarity in complex regulatory environments. His work at Trellis reflects his commitment to supporting companies that want to scale responsibly and operate with confidence.

In these capacities, he provides legal advisory, contract management, regulatory compliance support, and administrative oversight, contributing to the operational and strategic growth of both organizations.

Mide is an Associate of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (UK) and a member of the Nigerian Gas Association. He is also a published writer, with insightful articles featured in reputable outlets such as The Premium Times and The Cable, covering topics ranging from energy policy to business law and regulatory trends.

His work and influence have earned him recognition in the professional community, including nominations for Nigeria’s 25 Under 25 Awards, the Business Verge Awards, and the Nigerian Law Awards, as well as being an honoree of the Africa Research Writing Prize (Column, 2025) for his work on the insufficient impact of green energy projects on host communities.