Akwa Ibom Governor’s Aide Earns Doctorate with Groundbreaking Thesis on Nigeria’s Crypto Regulation
Morgan Ekanem is all smiles after his defence. Photo Credit: Facebook/Morgan Ekanem In a testament to his dedication to both public service and academic excellence, Morgan Ekanem , a Senior Special Assistant on Special Duties to the Akwa Ibom State Governor, has been awarded a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Law from Rivers State University. Ekanem 's achievement, which he shared in a public post on his official Facebook page , is a landmark not only for his personal career but also for the discourse on modern finance and governance in Nigeria. The doctoral program, with a specialization in International Trade, Banking, and Finance Law, culminated in a groundbreaking thesis that tackles the complex and often misunderstood world of digital currencies. Titled "Legal Framework for Regulation of Trade and Exchange in Crypto and other Forms of Digital Currencies in Nigeria," his work provides a sophisticated roadmap for the nation to navigate the crypto landscape. In his di...