By Ezinne Obah

Forthright Chambers, the Law Office of Frank Tietie, Esq., has secured a legal advisory role with the Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD), one of Africa’s leading think tanks and a major hub for democracy and development in the West African sub-region.

The appointment highlights CDD’s commitment to institutional excellence, legal compliance, and the strengthening of democratic governance and development practices across Nigeria and the wider continent.

Under the leadership of founding partner Frank Tietie, Esq., Forthright Chambers brings over 20 years of experience in international development law, human rights, humanitarian law, media and NGO regulatory practice, along with extensive courtroom and litigation expertise.

With offices in Abuja, Lagos, and Asaba, the firm is well positioned to provide specialised legal services tailored to the complex operational and regulatory environment in which CDD operates.

Forthright Chambers said it is committed to delivering legal services with professionalism, dedication, and strategic insight, supporting CDD’s mission and objectives both in Nigeria and internationally.

The firm expressed optimism about the partnership, describing it as a productive collaboration aimed at advancing democracy, development, and the rule of law across the region.