KENNA, one of Nigeria’s leading corporate law firms, headquartered in Lagos, with offices in Abuja and Enugu, announced the appointment of Ms Eunice Alasa as Deputy Managing Partner, effective June 17, 2026. Ms Alasa, a Partner in the firm’s Governance and Financial Services practice, brings a wealth of experience in energy law, intellectual property, and financial services.
- +Kenna appoints Ms Eunice Alasa as Deputy Managing Partner
In her new role, Ms Alasa will work closely with the Managing Partner to oversee the firm’s strategic direction, drive operational excellence, and further strengthen KENNA’s commitment to delivering integrated legal solutions across key practice areas.
In her new role, Ms Alasa will work closely with the Managing Partner to oversee the firm’s strategic direction, drive operational excellence, and further strengthen KENNA’s commitment to delivering integrated legal solutions across key practice areas. Her appointment reflects the firm’s continued investment in leadership depth and its dedication to nurturing talent from within.
Ms Alasa advises on governance and transactional matters, with a particular focus on clients in the telecommunications, energy, and financial services sectors. She has been instrumental in shaping the firm’s governance advisory practice and has earned recognition for her strategic counsel on complex regulatory and commercial issues.
Commenting on the appointment, Ituah Imhanze FCArb, Managing Partner of KENNA, expressed full confidence in Ms Alasa’s leadership capabilities:
“Eunice has been an invaluable asset to our firm, demonstrating exceptional legal acumen, strategic foresight, and an unwavering commitment to our clients and colleagues. Her deep understanding of governance and financial services, combined with her collaborative leadership style, makes her the ideal choice to serve as Deputy Managing Partner. I have every confidence that she will excel in this new capacity and help guide KENNA toward even greater heights.”
Professor Fabian Ajogwu, SAN, Senior Partner at KENNA, also praised the appointment, stating:
“Eunice Alasa represents the very best of KENNA’s tradition of excellence. Her rise through the ranks attests to her hard work, integrity, and legal insight. She has consistently demonstrated the qualities we value most: sound judgment, intellectual rigour, and a deep sense of responsibility to our clients. I am delighted to see her take on this leadership role and have no doubt that she will continue to distinguish herself and the firm.”
Ms Alasa’s appointment underscores KENNA’s commitment to strengthening its leadership team and enhancing its capacity to deliver world-class legal services across Nigeria and beyond.
The firm is known for its work in dispute resolution and specialised transactions in energy, telecommunications, and financial services. With a rich heritage and culture of excellence, KENNA is dedicated to delivering first-class service built on outstanding professional practice and sustainable client relationships.
