Emeka Arinze Esq.

Emeka Arinze Esq.

Certified Digital Forensic Attorney

LLM, M.I.T (info-tech)
CBSP (Certified Biometric & Surveillance Professional)
CDEA (Certified Digital Evidence Analyst)
CCI (Certified Cybercrime Investigator)
CFP (Certified Forensic Professional)

Profile Outline

Introductory Background

Areas of Expertise

Educational Qualifications

Forensic Certifications

Election Petition Forensic Engagement (Nigeria)

Speaking Engagements & Topics

Conferences

Work Engagements & Professional Services

Introductory Background

  • Emeka Arinze Esq., is the first Nigerian lawyer to be dual qualified in Law and Forensic Technology.

  • Called to Nigerian bar in 1983, Emeka holds a Master’s Degree (LL.M) in law of the University of Lagos, Nigeria and a Master’s Degree in Information Technology (with emphasis on forensic technology) of the University of Lagos, Nigeria.

  • In 2006 Emeka attended a certificate course on Cyber Crime & National Security organised by NACETEM, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife., and was awarded a certificate on Cyber Crime & National Security upon completion of the course.

  • In 2006, Emeka Arinze was trained by a Canadian based company named Data & Scientific Systems Inc on Data Intrusion Detection & Prevention technique featuring two-factor authentication process that incorporates eToken Authenticators, SafeWord Authenticators, SafeNet iKey USB Token & Smart 2 Card. These processes enable secure PKI implementation, secure access to the web, e-mail, digital credentials, encryption and decryption capabilities, as well as software authentication and single sign-on solutions

  • In 2008, Emeka Arinze attended an International Training in Digital Evidence in London. The training was accredited by the Law Society of England and the Bar standards. It was organised by MIS Training Institute, London in partnership with and under the guidance of Stephen Mason, Barrister and Visiting Research Fellow, Digital Evidence Research, British Institute of International & Comparative law.

  • The area of coverage in the training includes, eDiscovery, electronic evidence integrity, trustworthiness, reliability and admissibility procedure, electronic signature, search & seizure of digital evidence in civil and criminal procedure, tendering & production of digital evidence, Biometric issues and evidence handling, video footage analyses, digital evidence practice in other jurisdictions etc.. He was awarded a Certificate in Digital Evidence upon successful completion of the program.

  • In furtherance of the understanding of the dynamics of the Internet Technology and its convergence with the law, in 2010, Emeka was admitted for a course on Internet & the Law at the University of Cape Town, South Africa. Upon a successful completion of the course, he was awarded a certificate by the University of Cape Town, South Africa on Internet and the Law.

  • Having acquired the basic academic and theoretical background in forensic Technology, the need for certifications in the various areas of Digital Forensic Technology becomes imperative. Consequently, he was trained for certification in Biometrics & Surveillance (Fingerprint & Video Footage Analysis), Digital Evidence analyses, Cybercrime/Fraud Investigation and Digital Forensics at various institutions in India between 2010 through 2013.

  • Emeka Arinze is a Certified Biometric & Surveillance Professional (Fingerprint & Video Footage Analysis), CBSP. He was certified by an Indian Academy (INCEPT) as a Biometric and Surveillance Professional. The training and certification have the support and approval of Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, KIIT University, Bhubaneshwar, India (formerly Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology), The National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) a Public Private Partnership (PPP) set up to facilitate the skill development in India and Larsen & Toubro Limited ( L&T ) Indian multinational conglomerate

  • Emeka Arinze, after a successful completion of training on specific areas of Digital Forensics conducted by Asian School of Cyber Law, Mumbai, India and after successfully completing the examination administered by Asian School of Cyber Law and Data Techno Solutions Pvt, India and having obtained an aggregate score of 73% was duly certified in April 2013 as follows;

  • CFP (Certified Cyber Forensic Professional)
  • CCI (Certified Cyber Crime Investigator)
  • DEA (Certified Digital Evidence Analyst)

  • Consequent upon these Certifications, Emeka Arinze was inducted as a member into the prestigious Asian Network of Professionals and Association of Digital forensic Investigators, India

  • Emeka has had a wide variety of speaking engagements both locally and internationally for associations, conferences, law firms, and academic institutions.

  • He has received glowing reviews from a wide range of audiences, including the South Africa’s 4th Annual Cyber Law Conference 2010, Ghana’s first ICT Business out Sourcing Conference in 2009, National Association of women Judges Nigeria, Nigerian Institute of Advanced Legal Studies, The Digital Bridge Institute Abuja, Punuka Attorneys & Solicitors, etc

  • In addition to electronic evidence, computer forensics, and legal technology, Emeka also speaks on wide range of related subjects, including computer security for law firms, choosing the right technology solutions for law practice, disaster recovery, law practice management, and many others

Areas of Expertise

  • Technology-Aided Crime: Investigation, Prosecution or Defence
  • Information Technology Law Advisory
  • Biometrics, Surveillance & Telecoms
  • eDiscovery Advisory
  • Election Forensics
  • Audio and Video Analytics Forensics
  • Questioned Document Analyst
  • Digital Forensics Investigation & Advisory
  • Technology Process Improvement
  • Information Technology Risk Management
  • Management of Information
  • Technology Projects
  • Technology IP Rights Investigation
  • Technology Research Projects Management
  • Team Building & Leadership
  • People, Change & Process Management
  • Training & Workshop Facilitation
  • Academic Teaching & Mentorship
  • Open Source Intelligence Research & Advisory
  • Business Development & Programme Management

Educational Qualifications

University of Lagos,  Nigeria.
Bachelor of Laws Degree
1982.

Call to Nigerian Bar
1983

University of Lagos,  Nigeria.
Master’s Degree in Law (LL.M)
1997.

University of Lagos,  Nigeria.
Master’s Degree in Information Technology (forensic technology)
2008.

Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, NACETEM, Nigeria.
certificate course on Cyber Crime & National Security
2006.

Data & Scientific Systems Inc, Canada.
Certificate in Data Intrusion Detection & Prevention technique
2006.

MIS Training Institute, London.
Certificate in Digital Evidence
2008.

University of Cape Town, South Africa.
Certificate in Internet & the Law
2010.

Asian School of Cyber Law, India.
Certificate in Information Technology Law
2013.

Forensic Certifications

Certified Biometric & Surveillance Professional, CBSP.

Certified by an Indian Academy (INCEPT) as a Biometric and Surveillance Professional. Approved by Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, KIIT University, Bhubaneshwar, India (formerly Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology), The National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) a Public Private Partnership (PPP) set up to facilitate the skill development in India and Larsen & Toubro Limited ( L&T ) Indian multinational conglomerate.

Emeka Arinze, after a successful completion of training on specific areas of Digital Forensics conducted by Asian School of Cyber Law, Mumbai, India and after successfully completing the examination administered by Asian School of Cyber Law and Data Techno Solutions Pvt, India and having obtained an aggregate score of 73% was duly certified in April 2013 as follows;

  • Certified Cyber Forensic Professional (CFP)
  • Certified Cyber Crime Investigator(CCI)
  • Certified Digital Evidence Analyst (DEA)

Consequent upon these Certifications, Emeka Arinze was inducted as a member into the prestigious Asian Network of Professionals and Association of Digital forensic Investigators, India.

Election Petition Forensic Engagement (Nigeria)

CHIEF OGBORU VS EMMANUEL UDUAGHAN, PDP AND INEC IN EPT/DT/GOV/4/2011

On 20th May, 2011, Emeka Arinze Esq., was instructed by the Respondents (Dr Emmanuel Uduaghan (the current Governor of Delta State) and PDP) to evolve and put together a team of digital forensic experts for the biometric (fingerprint) forensic analyses of Ballot Papers selected from local government arrears and the polling units in Delta state (in which the respondents have challenged).

SECONDLY, to inspect and carry out data analyses of voters Register and statement of results from polling units (Form Ec8a) for the April 26th, 2011 Delta State Governorship election in the four disputed local government area by the Respondents as part of fact gathering process to ascertain whether there was electoral malpractice or not in the area of multiple fingerprinting on different ballot papers.

Consequent upon this instruction Emeka raised a formidable team of forensic experts and functions shared as follows:

  • Emeka Arinze Esq. – Biometric forensic evidence analyses and techno-legal compliance ensuring proper chain of custody for evidential purpose and admissibility lead
  • Professor Patrick Igbigbi – verification lead
  • Tony Mosunmade – Biometric forensic lead
  • Puis Bakare – Data analysis lead
  • Sunday Idajili – Data Collection – lead and
  • Karode Timothy Solagbade – Project manager

In consequence of team work, using appropriate tools and methodology, we scanned relevant ballot papers, acquired and extracted finger print images for biometric finger print evidence analysis ensuring proper chain of custody and techno-legal compliance for evidential purposes and admissibility.

The outcome of our expert report was admitted in evidence led by Chief Wale Olanipkekun SAN, amongst other eminent lawyers who appeared for the Respondents i.e. Mr Olanipkekun SAN, Chief Izion SAN, Chief Apkofure SAN, Mr Ken Mozie SAN and other distinguished learned Counsel. Needless to emphasize that the report weighed heavily in the mind of the court leading to the dismissal of the petition of the Petitioner.

Speaking Engagements & Topics

Emeka has had a wide variety of speaking engagements both locally and internationally for associations, conferences, law firms, and academic institutions.

He has received glowing reviews from a wide range of audiences, including the South Africa’s 4th Annual Cyber Law Conference 2010, Ghana’s first ICT Business out Sourcing Conference in 2009, National Association of women Judges Nigeria, Nigerian Institute of Advanced Legal Studies, The Digital Bridge Institute Abuja, Punuka Attorneys & Solicitors, etc.

In addition to electronic evidence, computer forensics, and legal technology, Emeka also speaks on wide range of related subjects, including computer security for law firms, choosing the right technology solutions for law practice, disaster recovery, law practice management, and many others.

South Africa

South Africa’s 4th Annual Cyber Law Conference, 2010.

Topic: Technical Issues in the Admissibility of Digital Evidence in Course of trial

Nigeria

The Digital Bridge Institute Abuja

Workshop, organized by The Digital Bridge Institute Abuja in collaboration with the George Mason University USA on the Implementation of Computer Emergency Readiness Teams (CERTs) in Africa on cyber security and related global issues and focused specifically on the implementation strategies for CERTs in Africa, 2010.

Topic: Digital Forensics & Critical Incident Readiness

Nigeria Institute of Advanced Legal Studies (NIALS), Lagos

Emeka Arinze has been a regular trainer/speaker at the Nigeria Institute of Advanced Legal Studies (NIALS), Lagos in its organised training program on Digital Forensic Advocacy for Nigerian Judges & Lawyers, spanning three years (2009 – 2019). Amongst the papers presented are;

Topics:

  • Overview of Forensic Advocacy
  • Digital forensic Investigation
  • Private Investigators and Digital Examiner

Punuka Attorneys & Solicitors, Lagos, 2012

A training program for understanding of digital forensics & its relevance in court room trial & advocacy, for all lawyers in the firm led by Chief Anthony Idigbe SAN. The training was convened & taken by Emeka Arinze for Digital Evidence & Cyber Forensic Institute, Lagos

Topic: Evidence in the Digital Domain

National Association of Women Judges Nigeria, Annual Conference 2009

Topic: Legal Information Access & Internet Technology