Saratu is a distinguished Lawyer with 21 years of cumulative experience and proven expertise in corporate law and governance, compliance services, banking, and wealth management advisory services. Her extensive career has been marked by a series of significant achievements and roles across various sectors, showcasing her versatility and commitment to excellence.

Currently, she serves as the Company Secretary/Legal Adviser and Chief Compliance Officer at Veritas Kapital Assurance Plc (VKAP), where she leverages her extensive legal expertise to guide the company in matters of corporate governance, compliance, and legal strategy. Her role is pivotal in ensuring the company’s operations adhere to legal standards and regulatory requirements, while also providing strategic counsel to the board and management.

Before joining VKAP, Saratu’s career included impactful roles at Mainstreet Bank Limited (formerly known as Afribank Nigeria Plc) and Unity Bank where she excelled in financial institution services and Branch Management. Her efforts in these banks were instrumental in navigating financial challenges and implementing robust compliance measures that significantly enhanced the banks’ operations.

Saratu is a graduate of Law from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, where she acquired a solid foundation in legal principles and practice. She furthered her legal education at the Nigerian Law School, where she qualified as a Barrister and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Nigeria in 2003.

In her quest for continuous professional development, Saratu earned her MBA from Hult International Business School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA. This advanced degree has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of business management and strategic decision-making, complementing her legal expertise.

Saratu is an Associate of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (UK), reflecting her proficiency in alternative dispute resolution. Her certification from this prestigious institute underscores her commitment to promoting and practicing arbitration as an effective means of resolving disputes.

Additionally, Saratu is a member of several professional bodies, including the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), The Chartered Institute of Directors, Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators in Nigeria (ICSAN), and a Fellow of the Association of Corporate Governance Professionals of Nigeria (ACGPN).

Saratu’s career is a testament to her unwavering commitment to excellence in corporate law, governance, and compliance. At VKAP, she continues to contribute significantly to the company’s success and to the broader legal and business communities in Nigeria and beyond.