25 Mar 2026

MSI appoints accounting member firm in Nigeria

Lagos accounting firm Abax Professional Services joins the alliance.

MSI Global Alliance (MSI), a leading international association of independent legal and accounting firms, has appointed Abax Professional Services as its accounting member firm in Nigeria.

Based in Lagos, Abax Professional Services (Abax) is a firm of chartered accountants and business advisors providing assurance, advisory and governance services across sectors. Led by senior professionals with extensive experience in audit, tax, corporate finance and advisory work, the firm is known for combining technical rigour with practical commercial insight.

Abax rejoins MSI under new management and ownership, with clear ambitions for growth in Nigeria.

Olapeju Sofowora, Principal Consultant at Abax Professional Services, said, “This membership reflects our ongoing commitment to excellence and true client partnership, and I’m excited for the new possibilities it creates for the businesses we serve.”

Martin A Scott, Chief Executive of MSI Global Alliance, said, “We are delighted to welcome Abax Professional Services to MSI. Abax's expertise and strong reputation make them an excellent addition to our alliance. Africa is a region where we are growing with purpose, and Abax joins a strong group of member firms who share our values and commitment to client service.”

The appointment adds further strength to MSI's presence across Africa, connecting members and their clients with local expertise in an important market in the region.