Founder of 54gene who has initiated legal action against investors over the company's collapse.
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54Gene founder sues investors over company collapse
54gene founder Abasi Ene-Obong sues investors over the company's collapse and asset sale. A Federal High Court in Lagos intervenes to stop the sale of 54gene's assets, including sensitive genetic data.
Nigerian court stops 54gene asset sale as founder accuses investors of collapse
A Federal High Court in Lagos has stopped the sale of 54gene’s assets. Founder Abasi Ene-Obong filed a lawsuit against investors alleging forced collapse.
