Cyril is qualified as a member of the Nigerian Bar (called 1976) aswell as a member of Gray's Inn.

He read law at London University and attained a Diploma in International Law and a MCI Arb.

Cyril practices family law and is a member of the Family Bar Association. He also practices in the fields of landlord and tenant, insolvency, immigration and crime, noted case of R -v- Darby (1989) LR 817, The Times 20 June 1989.

He is an expert in all aspects of African Customary law (with particular reference to Commonwealth of Africa).

Cyril enjoys gardening and ancient history in his spare time.