UCHENNA EKE-AWA
Port Harcourt, Rivers State | +234 7052418651 | uekeawa@gmail.com | LinkedIn
Nigerian Law School graduate with expertise in legal research, writing, and organisational leadership. Proficient in MS Office, Google Workspace, Adobe Creative Suite, and web development tools. Demonstrated leadership through managing student organisations, organising competitions, and publishing articles. Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and analytical skills, with a focus on technology law and emerging legal trends.
Technical Proficiencies
- Frontend:
- Next.js 16/15 (App Router), React 19, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS 4, Framer Motion, Lucide
- Backend & Database:
- Supabase (PostgreSQL, Auth, SSR), Redis (Upstash), Server Actions, REST APIs
- Fintech Integration:
- Paystack, Flutterwave, Monnify Payment Gateway Integration
- AI & Automation:
- LLM implementation (Google Gemini/Generative AI API), Web Push Notifications
- DevOps & Testing:
- Playwright (E2E Testing), Vitest, Sentry Error Tracking, Vercel Deployment
- Compatibility:
- Legacy Browser Support (iOS Safari 12–15), Polyfill Strategies
- Design:
- Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), MS Office, Google Workspace
Key Competencies
- Legal Technology (LawTech) product development
- Agent-Assisted Software Development & Workflow Automation
- Legacy browser compatibility and performance optimization
- Multi-gateway payment system architecture
- Full-cycle legal research and drafting (policy, litigation, technology law)
- Team leadership and stakeholder management
Interests
Technology Law · Artificial Intelligence · Cloud Computing · Internet of Things (IoT) · Cybersecurity · Privacy & Data Security · Human Rights · International Law · History · Finance · Compliance
Nigerian Law School, Port Harcourt Campus
2025
Bachelor of Laws, BL
Final Grade: Second Class (Upper Division)
Abia State University
2022
Bachelor of Laws, LLB
Final Grade: Second Class (Upper Division) · CGPA: 3.83 · Thesis: The Enforceability of the Decisions of the International Court of Justice (ICJ)
Government College Umuahia
2010 – 2016
WASSCE / NECO
Drafting Sub-Committee Volunteer
August 2024 – November 2025
The Technology Law Committee of the Nigerian Bar Association Section on Legal Practice
- Assigned to research and draft policy documents on artificial intelligence (AI) and privacy law compliance.
Founder / Lead Developer
May 2020 – Present
Information Technology and Pexels (itpexels.com.ng)
- Engineered Justice Joust, a premier gamified legal education platform serving Nigerian Law School and University LL.B students.
- Developed the platform using a cutting-edge stack involving Next.js 16, React 19, and Supabase, ensuring high performance and real-time data sync.
- Architected a secure, multi-gateway payment infrastructure integrating Paystack, Flutterwave, and Monnify to handle student subscriptions.
- Leveraged Generative AI (Gemini) to build innovative educational features, enhancing student engagement with legal materials.
- Achieved 99% device compatibility by implementing specialized polyfills and fallbacks for legacy iOS Safari (12–15), catering to students on older devices.
- Integrated Playwright for robust end-to-end testing and Sentry for pro-active error monitoring, maintaining a high-quality user experience.
- Managed and maintained branding, SEO, and cybersecurity (Cloudflare) for multiple corporate firms, including Neplus Ultra Attorneys.
Visual Designer
May 2020 – Present
Information Technology and Pexels
- Experienced in graphics design with Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator.
- Created visual designs for clients.
- Implemented design requests for social media marketing, ads, and print media such as brochures and magazines.
Managing Partner / Founder
September 2018 – September 2022
Excel in Law (www.excelinlaw.com.ng)
- Published well-researched articles on contemporary areas of law.
- Organised virtual Moot/Mock Competitions, most notably the ‘Maze Online Moot Competition’ in February 2020 and July–August 2020.
- Assisted in updating students’ knowledge on emerging trends in the legal profession, like Tech Law, by organising webinars facilitated by Tech Lawyers.
Writer
August 2020 – December 2023
Excel in Law — Daily Law Nuggets
- Researched and developed daily law updates for law students.
- Cooperated with team members to develop the projects.
Information Technology Technician
November 2023 – October 2025
Abia State Road Traffic and Safety Management Agency (ARTSMA)
- Responsible for the management of the digital database of the Agency.
- Responsible for the management of the IT infrastructure of the Agency.
- Set up and maintained local area networks and ensured secure internal file-sharing protocols.
- Monitored and managed traffic cameras across Abia State and coordinated traffic officers for smooth, safe traffic management.
- Wrote daily reports on the progress and performance of traffic officers covered under traffic cameras in Abia State.
Class Administrator
February 2023 – October 2023
Research Round
- Organised classes and ensured facilitators and participants had a strong start.
- Managed more than 30 classes and ensured effective communication between facilitators and participants.
- Attended classes, provided regular feedback after every session, and tracked delivery quality.
Campus Ambassador
February 2020 – May 2023
Research Round
- Underwent training on people-oriented communication.
- Promoted the organisation’s goals by engaging people to join the community.
Legal Department Intern
May 2022 – August 2022
Abia State Board of Internal Revenue Service, Umuahia, Abia State
- Analysed tax filings and returns of citizens.
- Assisted in research of legal principles concerning violations by citizens.
- Underwent training on tax law and prosecution of criminal cases from the prosecutor’s perspective.
Legal Intern
March 2022 – April 2022
Livy Uzoukwu SAN and Co (Eliza Chambers)
- Trained on commencement of cases and proper filing of documents at the Registrar of the Courts.
- Exposed to processes of the Court of Appeal, High Courts, Magistrates’ Court, and Customary Court.
- Trained on the practice of law from a defence attorney’s perspective.
Head of ICT
April 2023 – August 2023
Abia State University Law Clinic — ICT Department
- Managed the ICT equipment of the Law Clinic.
- Led the department to serve the needs and programmes of the Law Clinic.
Member, ICT Department
November 2021 – January 2023
Abia State University Law Clinic — ICT Department
- Maintained equipment for Law Clinic programmes and projects.
- Ensured smooth running of equipment during the Street Law Program (December 2021).
Chairman
2022 – May 2023
Abia State University Students’ Bar Council
- Increased attendance at Firm activities from record lows to more than 40%.
- Prepared moot facts and scenarios and organised the Preeminence Moot and Mock Competition.
- Initiated a partnership with Judy Legal to provide subsidised monthly subscriptions for ABSU law students (from ₦1,500 to ₦700).
General Secretary
July 2021 – January 2022
Abia State University Students’ Bar Council
- Initiated the Battle of Advocates Competition (2021) — first moot competition in the faculty in over a year; 20+ 400-level participants.
- Initiated and spearheaded the Amicus Curiae Moot and Brief Writing Competition; 30+ participants across 6 law firms.
Financial Secretary
November 2021 – July 2022
Abia State University Students’ Bar Council
- Participated in planning and organisation of the Call to Bar Ceremony for student lawyers.
- Created enhanced financial machinery to improve revenue generation for the Bar Council.
- Moderated webinars organised by the Bar Council.
- Managed the social media pages of the organisation.
Press Secretary / Head of Communications
March 2023 – November 2023
The South East Directorate, Law Students’ Association of Nigeria
- Disseminated information between the Director and other Executive members.
- Created infographics for the directorate.
Managing Editor
January 2022 – May 2023
LAWSAN South East — The Editorial Board (The Starlight Magazine)
- Managed the call for entries on legal fiction, articles, and commentaries.
- Monitored progress of the Editorial Board for timely delivery.
- Assisted the Chief Editor in overall production of the magazine.
- Instrumental in partnership with People’s Accolade Law Magazine (PALM) to design and publish The Starlight Magazine.
Academic Director
May 2021 – January 2022
Christian Law Students Fellowship of Nigeria, ABSU Chapter
- Organised ‘Academic Friday’ — ‘Redefinition; Steps to Make A’s in one’s Results’ with distinguished law lecturers.
- Organised a webinar on choosing a career path in the legal profession.
Associate Editor
2021 – December 2021
The Legal Issues — The Legal Strides Magazine
- Edited articles of interest for the magazine.
- Served as Publicity Manager of the editorial committee.
Member, Local Organising Committee (L.O.C.)
March 2021 – April 2021
Prof. A. C. B. Agbazuere National Moot Competition
- Drafted the moot facts of the competition.
- Researched and analysed moot scenarios.
Campus Associate
June 2020 – December 2020
Commercially Aware
- Trained on professional etiquette, emailing, and communication.
- Trained on proper use of email, LinkedIn, and cover letters.
- Trained in Technology and Intellectual Property Law.
- Helped team members write for Tech Tuesday.
Partner
February 2020 – January 2023
Liberty Libratas Law Firm, Abia State University
- Represented clients in the LAWSAN High Court, ABSU.
- Advised clients on their rights.
- Responsible for legal research for the firm.
Managing Editor, The Editorial Board
December 2017 – May 2023
Lord Denning Law Firm, Abia State University
- Responsible for research.
- Represented the Law Firm in Moot Competitions.
Media Correspondent
October 2018 – July 2021
LAWSAN Daily, Abia State University
- Trained on media reporting.
- Reported news daily to LAWSAN Daily.
- Led co-correspondents to fulfil daily goals.
- Volunteer, Visit to the School of the Blind, Afara, by Amor Vincit Omnia (NGO) (2022)
- Volunteer, Street Law Program by the Abia State University Law Clinic (2021)
- Third Position, ILearn College2020
- Second Runner Up (Team), Umeh Kalu, SAN Moot and Mock Competition, ABSU2019
- Best Media Correspondent of the Year | LAWSA, ABSU Chapter2019
- ISO/IEC 42001:2023 Lead Auditor — Artificial Intelligence Certification (in view)
- ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Lead Auditor — Information Security Certification | Mastermind, 2025
- Introduction to CIP | OPSWAT Academy, 2025
- Introduction to Cybersecurity | Cisco Networking Academy, 2024
- Cybersecurity Job Simulation | AIG, 2024
- Cybersecurity Job Simulation | Telstra, 2024
- COBIT Framework — Foundations of IT Governance | Alison, 2024
- Cybersecurity Job Simulation | Mastercard, 2024
- Fundamentals of the Foreign Exchange Market | FMDQ Securities Exchange Academy, 2020
- Commercial Mediation for the 21st Century Lawyer | Mediator Academy, 2020