Corporate Governance Advisory Services
Building Boards, Building Trust, Building Legacy
Nigeria’s corporate landscape is evolving. With the renewed focus on ethical leadership, regulatory enforcement, and stakeholder activism, businesses can no longer treat governance as a box-ticking exercise. At Qeeva Advisory Limited, we help you build governance frameworks that protect your reputation, attract investment, and ensure long-term sustainability.
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Why Nigerian Businesses Struggle with Corporate Governance
Good governance is the foundation of sustainable business success. Yet many Nigerian companies find themselves exposed to risks they didn’t anticipate. Here are the most common governance challenges we see.
Regulatory Enforcement – The SEC, NGX, FIRS, and other regulatory bodies are increasing scrutiny. Non-compliance can result in hefty fines, reputational damage, and even suspension of operations.
Board Ineffectiveness – Many boards function as rubber stamps rather than strategic assets. Directors lack clarity on their fiduciary duties, risk oversight, and performance evaluation.
Succession and Leadership Gaps – Family businesses and even public companies struggle with leadership succession, creating instability and value destruction.
Stakeholder Activism – Shareholders, employees, and the public are demanding greater transparency, accountability, and ethical conduct from corporate Nigeria.
Risk Management Blind Spots – Many organisations lack integrated risk management frameworks, leaving them vulnerable to financial, operational, and reputational risks.
Corporate Fraud and Misconduct – Weak internal controls and governance structures create opportunities for fraud, embezzlement, and corruption.
Inadequate Company Secretarial Support – Without a strong company secretary, businesses struggle with compliance, record-keeping, and governance adherence [4†L32-L43]. The company secretary ensures compliance, corporate governance, and strategic decision-making support, making them indispensable to a company’s success [5†L8-L11].
The Solution: Strategic Corporate Governance Advisory
We combine deep regulatory knowledge, boardroom experience, and practical implementation expertise to help you build governance systems that work. Our approach is not about creating bureaucracy—it’s about creating value through accountability, transparency, and strategic oversight.
At Qeeva Advisory, we ensure that all the regulatory requirements needed to set up a business or for a business to continue in existence are metWe aid our clients in implementing effective and reliable governance and compliance procedures [0†L29-L30]. Whether you need board development, regulatory compliance support, or a complete governance transformation, we provide the expertise and commitment to help you build a legacy of trust and sustainable success.
Our Comprehensive Corporate Governance Advisory Services
We offer end-to-end corporate governance advisory services tailored to the Nigerian business environment.
1. Board Effectiveness and Development
We help you build boards that drive strategic value.
Board Composition and Skills Audit – We conduct comprehensive reviews of board composition, identifying skills gaps and diversity needs. We help you build boards that bring the right expertise, independence, and perspective to strategic oversight.
Director Induction and Continuing Education – We design induction programmes for new directors and ongoing education for board members. We ensure directors understand their fiduciary duties, regulatory obligations, and the business context they oversee.
Board Performance Evaluations – We facilitate objective board performance evaluations, including self-assessments and peer reviews. We identify strengths, gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
Fiduciary Duties and Director Liabilities – We provide guidance on directors’ fiduciary duties under CAMA 2020, including duty of care, loyalty, and good faith. We help directors understand their personal liabilities and how to discharge their duties effectively.
Board Committee Structures and Charters – We design board committee structures aligned with governance best practices. We develop charters for audit, risk, compensation, nomination, and other committees.
2. Regulatory Compliance and Reporting
We help you navigate Nigeria’s complex regulatory environment.
SEC Corporate Governance Code Compliance – We guide you through compliance with the SEC Corporate Governance Code, ensuring your governance practices meet regulatory expectations.
NGX Listing and Filing Requirements – We support listed companies with NGX compliance, including filing obligations, disclosure requirements, and continuous listing standards.
CAMA 2020 Compliance – We ensure your governance practices comply with the Companies and Allied Matters Act 2020, including board composition, meeting requirements, and statutory filings.
Annual Reports and Disclosure – We assist with annual report preparation, ensuring comprehensive disclosure of governance practices, risk management, and financial performance.
Whistleblower Policy Design – We design whistleblower policies and reporting mechanisms that encourage reporting of misconduct while protecting whistleblowers.
3. Company Secretarial Services
We provide professional company secretarial support to ensure statutory compliance and good governance.
Statutory Records and Minutes – We maintain minutes books and all other statutory books required by law to be kept by your company [4†L52-L53]. We prepare and keep minutes of board meetings and shareholder resolutions, ensuring they comply with statutory requirements [5†L50-L51].
Statutory Filings – We ensure proper filing of all statutory forms and documents with the CAC, including annual returns, changes in directors and secretaries, and special resolutions.
Corporate Governance Advisory – We advise on compliance with corporate governance codes, directors’ fiduciary and legal responsibilities, and best practices for board and management [4†L36-L38]. We provide regular updates on new regulatory requirements to ensure your business remains compliant.
Regulatory Engagement – We liaise with regulatory authorities in obtaining permits and approvals, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
4. Risk Management and Internal Controls
We help you identify and mitigate risks.
Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Frameworks – We develop integrated ERM frameworks that identify, assess, and mitigate financial, operational, regulatory, and reputational risks.
Internal Control Systems – We design robust internal control systems that prevent and detect fraud, errors, and non-compliance. We establish monitoring mechanisms for control effectiveness.
Risk Assessments – We conduct comprehensive risk assessments to identify emerging risks and prioritise mitigation efforts.
Business Continuity and Crisis Management – We develop business continuity plans and crisis management frameworks that prepare you for unexpected disruptions.
5. Succession Planning and Leadership Development
We help you build leadership pipelines.
Board and Executive Succession Plans – We design succession plans for board members and senior executives, ensuring continuity and stability.
Leadership Capability Assessments – We assess leadership capabilities and identify development needs for current and future leaders.
Talent Pipelines – We help you build talent pipelines for critical roles, developing internal candidates for leadership positions.
Family Business Governance – We provide specialised advisory for family businesses on governance structures, succession, and family council formation.
6. Ethics, Culture, and Conduct
We help you build ethical, high-performance cultures.
Codes of Conduct and Ethics Policies – We develop codes of conduct and ethics policies that articulate your values and expectations [4†L41-L43].
Anti-Corruption and Anti-Bribery Frameworks – We design frameworks to prevent corruption and bribery, ensuring compliance with Nigerian and international standards.
Culture Assessments and Transformation – We assess your organisational culture and design transformation programmes that align culture with governance objectives.
Ethical Leadership Training – We provide training on ethical leadership, conduct, and decision-making for boards and management.
7. Shareholder Engagement and Investor Relations
We help you build trust with your investors.
Shareholder Communication Strategies – We design communication strategies that build trust and engagement with shareholders and other stakeholders.
Annual General Meeting (AGM) Support – We support AGM planning and execution, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and effective shareholder communication.
Investor Relations Advisory – We provide investor relations advisory, including reporting, presentations, and engagement with institutional investors.
Activist Shareholder Management – We advise on managing activist shareholder situations, including communication strategies and governance responses.
8. End-to-End Advisory Partnership
Beyond specific projects, we offer long-term advisory partnerships.
Ongoing Governance Guidance – We provide continuous advisory support as your governance needs evolve.
Integrated Governance Advisory – We bring together board effectiveness, compliance, risk management, and ethics under one roof.
Capacity Building – We train your board and management and build internal governance capabilities.
Trusted Partnership – We become a trusted partner you can turn to year-round for governance decisions affecting your organisation’s future.
Industries We Serve
We provide specialised corporate governance advisory across multiple sectors in Nigeria.
Financial Services – We help banks, insurance companies, and other financial institutions meet regulatory expectations and build stakeholder trust.
Energy and Infrastructure – We support energy and infrastructure companies with governance frameworks that attract investment and manage complex risks.
Manufacturing – We help manufacturers build governance structures that support operational excellence and sustainable growth.
Technology and Fintech – We help tech companies build governance frameworks that support rapid growth and investor confidence.
Healthcare – We support healthcare organisations with governance frameworks that ensure quality, compliance, and patient trust.
Family Businesses – We help family businesses build governance structures that preserve wealth and ensure smooth transitions.
Public Sector Enterprises – We support state-owned enterprises with governance frameworks that ensure accountability and performance.
Non-Profit and NGOs – We help non-profit organisations build governance frameworks that demonstrate accountability and donor confidence.
Our Engagement Process
We follow a structured, collaborative process to deliver governance solutions that stick.
Assessment and Diagnosis – We review your current governance structures, policies, and practices. We conduct stakeholder interviews with directors, management, and key shareholders. We identify governance gaps, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
Framework Design – We develop tailored governance frameworks aligned with regulatory requirements and global best practices. We create actionable policies, charters, and implementation roadmaps. We define clear roles, responsibilities, and accountability mechanisms.
Implementation Support – We provide guidance and support during rollout of new governance structures. We deliver training and capacity building for boards and management. We assist with documentation, reporting, and compliance processes.
Review and Continuous Improvement – We monitor governance performance against defined metrics. We conduct periodic reviews and updates to governance frameworks. We provide ongoing advisory support for emerging governance challenges.
Why Choose Qeeva Advisory for Corporate Governance
Deep Regulatory Knowledge – We have extensive experience with SEC, NGX, CAMA, and other regulatory requirements. We stay current with evolving governance standards in Nigeria.
Boardroom Experience – Our advisors bring practical boardroom and executive leadership experience. Matthew Ogagavworia brings over 23 years of experience in Company Secretarial Services, Insolvency & Corporate Restructuring, Corporate Governance, Compliance Management, Accounting Advisory, and Management Consulting [0†L19-L22].
Practical, Actionable Solutions – We develop governance frameworks that are practical, scalable, and tailored to your business size and sector.
Risk and Compliance Expertise – We help you identify and mitigate governance risks before they become crises.
Stakeholder-Centric Approach – We balance the interests of shareholders, management, employees, and regulators in every solution we design.
Measurable Results – We focus on delivering measurable outcomes, including improved board performance, regulatory compliance, and investor confidence.
Long-Term Partnership – We build lasting relationships with our clients, providing ongoing support as your governance needs evolve.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What is corporate governance advisory?
Corporate governance advisory helps organizations build frameworks that ensure accountability, transparency, and ethical conduct. It includes board development, regulatory compliance, risk management, succession planning, and stakeholder engagement.
2. Why does my organization need corporate governance advisory?
Good governance protects reputation, attracts investment, ensures compliance, and supports sustainable growth. Without robust governance, organizations face regulatory penalties, reputational damage, and value destruction.
3. What are the key elements of good corporate governance?
Key elements include effective board leadership, regulatory compliance, risk management, internal controls, succession planning, ethics and culture, and stakeholder engagement.
4. What is the role of a company secretary?
A company secretary ensures compliance, corporate governance, and strategic decision-making support [5†L8-L11]. They ensure smooth administrative functioning, legal compliance, governance adherence, and communication support [4†L49-L51]. They bridge the gap between the board and various stakeholders [4†L51].
5. Is a company secretary mandatory for my business?
Under CAMA 2020, private companies are not required to appoint a company secretary, but public companies must [5†L12-L17]. However, best practice for foreign companies often includes having a company secretary for smooth regulatory compliance and proper corporate governance [5†L27-L29].
6. What is the role of the board in corporate governance?
The board provides strategic oversight, ensures accountability, manages risk, and protects shareholder interests. Directors owe fiduciary duties of care, loyalty, and good faith to the organization.
7. How do you build an effective board?
We conduct board composition audits, facilitate performance evaluations, design induction and continuing education programmes, and develop committee structures and charters.
8. How do you help with regulatory compliance?
We guide you through SEC Corporate Governance Code compliance, NGX listing requirements, CAMA 2020 obligations, and other regulatory frameworks. We ensure that all the regulatory requirements needed to set up a business or for a business to continue in existence are met [0†L25-L28].
9. Do you serve businesses outside Lagos?
Yes. While our head office is in Ikeja, Lagos, we serve businesses across Nigeria. Our advisory services are available to clients regardless of location.
10. How do I get started?
Contact us to schedule your free consultation. We’ll discuss your governance challenges, assess your needs, and provide recommendations for how we can help.
Contact Us
Build boards, build trust, and build legacy. Let’s build a partnership that protects your reputation and ensures sustainable success.
Schedule Your Free Consultation to discuss your corporate governance challenges and explore how we can help.
Phone: +234 802 320 0801, +234 807 576 5799
Email: info@qeeva.com
Address: 5, Ishola Bello Close, Off Iyalla Street, Alausa, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria
Business Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM WAT