Edikan Ondiok is a results-driven Legal Practitioner, Designate Compliance Professional (DCP), and Programme Coordinator at the Detainees Welfare Foundation (DWF), with over five years of post-call experience spanning corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and commercial litigation. She is recognized for her strong record in safeguarding corporate interests through effective risk management, strategic legal advisory, and courtroom advocacy. Beyond her legal and compliance expertise, Edikan is deeply committed to social impact.

Through her work at DWF, she plays a key role in designing and coordinating rehabilitation-focused programmes that support detainees, promote access to justice, and advance human dignity. Her contributions extend to educational outreach, welfare initiatives, and empowerment projects that improve the quality of life for underserved communities.

Edikan holds a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) from Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, and was called to the Nigerian Bar in 2021 after completing her training at the Nigerian Law School, Kano Campus. In 2024, she became a member of the Compliance Institute of Nigeria, further strengthening her expertise in compliance and risk management. Her core competencies span corporate governance, development of internal control frameworks, contract lifecycle management, and dispute resolution before Courts of Record in Nigeria.

HAJARA UMAR NATAALA holds a Bachelor of Laws (Hons) from the University of Bedfordshire, United Kingdom and is a Barrister and Solicitor to the Supreme Court of Nigeria. Currently, she is pursuing a Master’s in Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice at Ahmadu Bello University.

She currently holds the position of Executive Secretary/Legal Officer at Black Pelican Limited, where she excels in managing legal correspondence, case administration, and providing expert legal advice. Her role involves overseeing HR functions, ensuring legal compliance, and fostering a culture of risk management.

Previously, Hajara served as a Legal Specialist at the Nigerian University Pension Management Company Ltd., and as Executive Secretary/Legal Officer at Barnksforte Group where she supported the company secretary and Managing Directors to ensure compliance with legal obligations and company policies. In addition to her legal career, she is an entrepreneur, running her own baking business, Muffins by Hajjo and Nibbles by Hajjo.

Hajara is passionate about making substantial contributions to her organization and thrives in collaborative environments. She currently is a programme officer for Detainees Welfare Foundation, Abuja Branch.

SAMUEL AJISOLA is our multifaceted Media Officer at Detainees Welfare Foundation (DWF). He holds a B.Sc. in Physics with Electronics from Redeemer’s University and has certifications in CISCO networking, video editing, and graphic design. Samuel brings a unique blend of technical precision and creative storytelling to the world of media and corporate communication.

With a strong foundation in visual design, digital media production, and brand communication strategy, Samuel excels in crafting impactful narratives that drive engagement, elevate brand perception, and support DWF’s strategic objectives. His background in electronics empowers him with analytical thinking and a systems-based approach to media planning, while his creative training ensures high-quality content production across print, digital, and broadcast platforms.

From managing press relations to curating visual campaigns and optimizing digital presence, Samuel is committed to delivering excellence, innovation, and measurable results in every communication initiative at Detainees Welfare Foundation.