Olayimika Oyebanji

Visionary
DISC Type : Ds

Co-Founder/Chief Legal Officer at Sovereign AI Token

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

Overview

Olayimika Oyebanji is a pioneering Web3 lawyer in Nigeria, specializing in DeFi, DAOs, and crypto compliance. As CEO of Blocklaw Consulting and Co-founder of Sovereign AI Token, he focuses on legal strategy for blockchain and AI safety. His background includes contributions to projects like MoonDAO and UkraineDAO, establishing him as a key figure in decentralized governance.

Outside of his legal and entrepreneurial work, Olayimika is a dedicated investigative author and journalist. He recently published "Bitcoins Hidden Architect, " a book exploring the origins of Bitcoin. He also enjoys traveling to experience different cultures and listening to music. People who have worked with him describe him as professional, innovative, and punctual.

He is the first Nigerian author to write an investigative book focused on the origins of Bitcoin.

Personality Overview

Objective Evaluator

Big Vision Person

Risk Tolerant

They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together.  They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily. Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them.

Topics They Care About

AI Safety & Alignment
As Co-Founder of Sovereign AI Token and through ASI Institute, he is actively funding research and building legal frameworks to ensure AI safety and alignment.
Crypto Regulation
He founded Nigeria's premier blockchain legal advisory firm, Blocklaw Consulting, and regularly publishes reports on legal developments in Africa's crypto space.
Bitcoin's Origins
He authored the investigative book "Bitcoin's Hidden Architect: The Search That Keeps Failing, " based on his interviews with key figures in Bitcoin's history.

Media Appearances

Olayimika has no verified media appearances

Work History

9-2025
Co-Founder/Chief Legal Officer at Sovereign AI Token
7-2025
Legal Advisor at Grubchain
4-2025
Interim COO at Arcus
10-2024
Head of Growth And Partnership at Arcus
5-2025
CEO at Blocklaw Consulting

Education

2012 - 2017
Bachelor of Laws - LLB from Ahmadu Bello University
2017 - 2018
B.L from Nigerian Law School

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Insights For Selling To Olayimika

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • You can spend time on BANT (or other qualification methodology) but keep it to the point
  • During followups, use phone or text if needed, they should be fine
  • Use phrases like 'your team deserves', 'best in class' etc.

DONT's

  • Don't shy away from asking hard questions, but be extra polite
  • Avoid putting conscious effort into relationship-building
  • Don't take their patience for granted, avoid long-winding sermons

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Olayimika is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Olayimika

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Olayimika move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Olayimika take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Olayimika

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