One of the preeminent law firms in Nigeria for commercial, corporate, and M&A. Aluko & Oyebode is regularly turned to by large corporates and foreign investors on the full spectrum of matters. Kofo Dosekun co-leads the practice and focuses her practice on corporate finance and compliance services, and Olubunmi Fayokun, specialises in capital markets and joint ventures. Oghogho Makinde is experienced in restructurings and company formation, while Sumbo Akintola has experience advising clients in the technology and telecommunication industries. Ajibola Asolo is also a key member of the team with expertise in mergers and acquisitions, while Michael Nwanneka is a core associate within the team.
Commercial, corporate and M&A in Nigeria
Aluko & Oyebode
Praxisleiter:
Kofo Dosekun; Olubunmi Fayokun
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Sumbo Akintola; Oghogho Makinde; Ajibola Asolo; Michael Nwanneka
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‚Aluko & Oyebode were extremely helpful in connection with our venture capital investment in Nigeria. Particularly in connection with the local legal due diligence of the target company and a better understanding of the local regulatory framework applicable to the operations of our target company.‘
Kernmandanten
SanlamAllianz Africa Limited
First Ally Capital Limited
Brookfield Business Partners LP
Accion Venture Lab
Diageo Plc
Access Holdings Plc
Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc
FSD Africa
Lily Hospitals Limited
Hong Kong Topwise Communications Limited
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- Advised on the merger of the Nigerian subsidiaries of the SanlamAllianz joint venture – which consists of Sanlam Life, Sanlam General, and Allianz Nigeria.
- Advised First Ally Capital Limited, a leading independent financial services group providing tailored financial solutions, on its successful acquisition of a majority stake in Mines.IO Nigeria Limited.
- Acted as legal adviser to Accion Venture Lab, a leading early-stage investor in inclusive fintech, providing seed-first capital and strategic support to innovative startups that are meeting the financial needs of underserved people globally, on the successful completion of a seed round investment in Pade HCM Technology Limited.
Banwo & Ighodalo
Banwo & Ighodalo is a key port of call for private equity firms, corporations, DFI’s, and federal governments, and is praised for its ‘strong experience from being involved in numerous transactions.’ Asue Ighodalo has longstanding experience in advising local and international clients on mergers and commercial transactions, while Ayotunde Owoigbe has expertise in advising on investment fund matters. Isa Alade focuses his practice on capital markets and fintech, while Ayodele Adeyemi-Faboya advises clients on corporate governance and compliance issues.
Praxisleiter:
Asue Ighodalo; Ayotunde Owoigbe; Isa Alade; Ayodele Adeyemi-Faboya
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‘Their timely responses to issues conveys a high level of professionalism.‘
‘Strong talent pool and strong experience from being involved in numerous transactions,‘
‘Partners operate with a high standard.’
Kernmandanten
FLOUR MILLS OF NIGERIA
Asset Corporation of Nigeria
Fan Milk Limited and Danone
Everquest Acquisition LLP
Ardova Plc.
Nigerian Breweries Plc
Saudi Agriculture and Livestock Investment Company
Extended Networks W.A. Limited
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised Saudi Agricultural and Livestock Investment Company (SALIC), a wholly owned subsidiary of the Public Investment Fund (PIF), the sovereign wealth fund of Saudi Arabia, on the agreement to increase its ownership stake in Olam Agri Holdings Limited (Target) from 35.4 percent to 80.01 percent with a call option to acquire the remaining 19.99 percent within three years.
- Advised Flour Mills of Nigeria PLC on the acquisition of the equity holdings of all its minority shareholders by Excelsior Shipping Company Limited and its wholly owned subsidiary, Greywise Investment Solutions Limited.
- Advised Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria on the divestment of its 60% equity interest in Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company Plc (IBEDC) to Archlight Nigeria Limited.
G. Elias & Co
G. Elias & Co has deep experience assisting domestic and global clients in various sectors such as fintech, real estate, consumer goods, and aviation. The practice is under the leadership of an experienced trio, Gbolahan Elias, SAN, Segun Omoregie, and Fidelis Adewole, and Elias has significant experience advising on cross-border commercial transactions, Omoregie has expertise in M&A transactions, and Adewole is well-versed in corporate transactions. Kuburat Abubakar is another key member of the team.
Praxisleiter:
Gbolahan Elias; Segun Omoregie; Fidelis Adewole
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Kuburat Abubakar
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‘The team has strong expertise in corporate law.‘
‘They are eminently competent.‘
‘You can count on the G. Elias team to be committed to seeing the deal through to the end. The team is diverse and this ensures that your issue gets a holistic review at all times.’
Kernmandanten
Shell International BV
Tolaram Group
Financial Market Dealers Association
Giesecke+Devrient Technology Africa Ltd
Transnational Corporation Plc
Transcorp Hotels Plc
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised Shell International BV on the divestment of one hundred percent (100%) of its shares in Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited to a consortium buyer, Renaissance Africa Energy Holdings Limited (“Renaissance”).
- Advised Tolaram Group (“Tolaram”) on the tax structuring aspects of its acquisition of a 58.02% shareholding held by Diageo in Guinness Nigeria Plc (“Guinness”), as well as on the entry into a long-term licensing arrangement for the Guinness brand.
- Advised on the acquisition of Union Bank of Nigeria Plc (“UBN”) by Titan Trust Bank Limited (“TTB”), the subsequent merger of both entities, and the financing of the acquisition.
Olaniwun Ajayi LP
Praised as 'professional, courteous, effective, and very efficient in its dealings with its clients', Olaniwun Ajayi LP is co-led by Anuoluwapo Balogun, who advises an array of commercial clients in corporate finance and restructurings; Olayimika Phillips who handles corporate and regulatory matters; Jonathan Aluju who has expertise in mergers and acquisitions; as well as Olaniran Osotuyi. Terry Akaluzia and Adebola Soyode are other key team members.
Praxisleiter:
Anu Balogun; Olayimika Phillips; Jonathan Aluju; Olaniran Osotuyi
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Terry Akaluzia; Adebola Soyode
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‘The practice has diversified services and also has experts for each of these fields to take care of client’s needs. The firm is professional, courteous, effective, and very efficient in its dealings with its clients.’
‘The partners I have worked with have been forthright and very professional in our dealings.’
‘The firm has proven to have a firm grasp of the jurisdiction of operation and provides bespoke and tailored services that meet specific needs.’
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Templars
Templars has an excellent track record in advising clients in various sectors such as technology, media, as well as oil and gas, on a wide spectrum of matters. The practice is led by a quintet of partners: Chike Obianwu; Inam Wilson; Ijeoma Uju; Zelda Akindele; and Desmond Ogba, and Obianwu is experienced in mergers and takeovers, Wilson advises a variety of clients on corporate misconduct and compliance, and Uju has expertise in foreign investments. Akindele is skilled at capital markets transactions and Ogba specialises in divestments and corporate finance.
Praxisleiter:
Chike Obianwu; Inam Wilson (SAN); Ijeoma Uju; Zelda Akindele; Desmond Ogba
Referenzen
‚The attention to detail, personalised service, and knowledge of my industry and the law stand out.‘ We had to deal with French and Nigerian law, and knowledge and expertise was stellar.’
Kernmandanten
Kanta Group Holdings Limited
TikTok Pte Ltd
Weihai International Economic and Technical Cooperative Co Ltd
Cushman & Wakefield
TikTok Pte Ltd
Apple
Standard Chartered Group
Tolaram Group
GO54 LTD
Oak Heirs Limited.
Halliburton West Africa Limited (HWAL)
Halliburton Energy Services Incorporated (HESI)
Aggreko Projects Limited
Aggreko Rest of the World Holdings BV
Aggreko Holdings Limited
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised Tolaram Africa Pte Ltd through its subsidiary N Seven Nigeria Limited on the successful completion of its Mandatory Takeover Offer (MTO) for the minority shareholders of Guinness Nigeria plc, a company listed on the Nigerian Exchange Limited.
- Advised Oak-Heirs Limited on its acquisition of 87% ownership of Air Liquide Nigeria plc, a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a French multinational company, with the objective of supplying industrial and medical gases, speciality gases, as well as welding and fire equipment to various industries.
- Advised on the buyout of the 20% minority stake held by minority shareholders in Halliburton Energy Services Nigeria Limited (HESNL) by its majority shareholder, Halliburton West Africa Limited.
Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie
Praised as 'responsive and well-equipped to deal with all types of M&A work', Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie is jjointly led by Jumoke Lambo; Folake Elias-Adebowale; Yinka Edu; and Ozofo Ogiemudia, and Lambo is highly experienced in advising a diverse range of clients in regulatory compliance and foreign investments, while Adebowale specialises in equity and asset acquisitions as well as joint ventures. Edu focuses her practice on M&A and corporate restructuring, and Ogiemudia has expertise in corporate governance.
Praxisleiter:
Jumoke Lambo; Folake Elias-Adebowale; Yinka Edu; Ozofu Ogiemudia
Referenzen
‘The team sees law practice as a service. By that, I mean that they provide fantastic „customer service.“ The team is reachable at all timers, provides updates regularly. and would take all steps necessary to make sure that you – the client – are satisfied.‘
‘Ozofu Ogiemudia is very knowledgeable, and there isn’t a situation where she would not be able to pick out the risk and advise accordingly. She is also very personable and puts her clients first – on multiple occasions when I have had concerns that need addressing, she puts everything aside to make sure my concerns are heard and addressed.‘
‘Excellent corporate and M&A team headed by Folake Elias-Adebowale.‘
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Abdulai, Taiwo & Co
Abdulai, Taiwo & Co is home to an experienced team that advises both buyers and sellers on domestic and cross-border M&A. The practice is jointly steered by Ladi Taiwo, who has experience in all aspects of corporate and commercial transactions, and Alayo Ogunbiyi who is experienced in capital markets transactions. Oluwaseyi Adebayo is a key associate within the team and handles corporate governance and regulatory compliance.
Praxisleiter:
Ladi Taiwo; Alayo Ogunbiyi
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Oluwaseyi Adebayo
Kernmandanten
Movenpick Ikoyi Hotel
Pernix Federal Inc
Central Electric and Utilities Ltd
China Energy Engineering Co Ltd
The Procter and Gamble Co
Presco Plc
Bureau of Public Enterprises
National Council on Privatisation
Betts India Private Ltd
CRCC Construction Company Ltd
Coca-Cola Nigeria Ltd
Banarly Nigeria Ltd
Cerba Lancet Africa
Shenzhen Mindray Bio-Medical Electronics Ltd
CRCC International Investments Group Ltd
Lundy Investors Ltd
Solar Sisters, Entrepreneur Ltd Gte
Lloyds Register EMEA Ltd Gte
Siat N.V
KingHaven Health Services
Sector Lead Ltd
Olokun Pisces Ltd
African Refinery Group
DevAfrique
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised Cerba Lancet Laboratories Ltd on the Lagos State Cancer Centre PPP Project.
- Advised Kinghaven Healthcare on the majority buy-in Acquisition of the Premier Specialist Medical Centre.
- Advised Presco Plc on the cross-border majority buyout of Ghana Oil Palm Development Company Ltd.
AELEX
AELEX’s wide-ranging commercial, corporate, and M&A practice advises clients across various sectors, including infrastructure, education, technology, energy, and media, on a wide array of issues. At the helm of the practice, Theophilus Emuwa has longstanding experience advising in corporate governance, as well as M&A. Chinyerugo Ugoji focuses his practice on share and asset acquisitions and corporate reorganisations, while Tiwalola Osazuwa is also a key member of the team with experience in joint ventures and franchising arrangements.
Praxisleiter:
Theophilius Emuwa
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Chinyerugo Ugoji; Tiwalola Osazuwa
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‘What makes AELEX’s practice unique is their exceptional ability to blend profound legal expertise with a deep-seated commercial pragmatism. The firm effectively moves beyond theoretical legal advice to provide genuinely strategic, business-focused solutions.‘
‚AELEX stands out for its agility and client-centricity. While many firms have the requisite legal knowledge, AELEX operates with a level of responsiveness and a collaborative spirit that makes them feel like an extension of our in-house team.‘
‘The quality of the individuals at AELEX is, without question, what sets the firm apart. We had the privilege of working primarily with Chinyerugo Ugoji on our recent engagement, and his oversight was exemplary. Chinyerugo stands out because he possesses a rare combination of gravitas and accessibility.‘
Kernmandanten
Air Liquide Afrique SAS
Impact Investors Foundation
Shoprite Holdings Limited
Omnia Della Toffola SpA
Azura Power West Africa Limited
Zeppelin GmBH
LogiTech International SA
Babban Gona Farmer Services
Reckitt Benckiser
Glovo Nigeria
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised Air Liquide Afrique S.A.S in connection with the divestment of its entire 87.31% stake in its Nigerian subsidiary, Air Liquide Nigeria PLC, to Oak Heirs Limited.
- Advised Shoprite Holdings Limited in connection with the Nigerian-law aspects of its acquisition of 60.94% each of the shares in Resilient Africa Proprietary Limited and Resilient Africa Proprietary Limited.
- Advised Omnia Della Toffola S.p.A on the corporate reorganisation of Sacmi Nigeria, following Omnia’s acquisition of the 100% of Sacmi Beverage S.p.A from Sacmi Imola S.C.
Bloomfield LP
Commended by clients for ‘thoroughness and attention to detail’, the corporate, finance, and securities department at Bloomfield LP assists clients on a wide spectrum of matters, including corporate governance, M&A commercial contracts, and regulatory compliance. The practice group is co-led by experienced professionals Adedoyin Afun, who is well-regarded in the shipping, aviation, as well as oil and gas sectors; and Ayodele Oni, who focuses on asset management, private equity, and corporate finance.
Praxisleiter:
Adedoyin Afun; Ayodele Oni
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‘This team values partnership and long-term relationships over billing. One of their key strengths is thoroughness and attention to detail, whether in carefully drafted contracts, in-depth reviews, or solid recommendations. They consistently protect our interests when going head-to-head with counterpart firms.‘
‚Clients should note that BLP takes their time; if you want precision, protection, and lasting value, they stand out.’
Kernmandanten
Fringe Infrastructure Limited and Fringe Infraco Limited
Purple Real Estate Income Plc
Conpurex Limited
L.A.T.C Marine Limited
Dacheng Law Offices LLP
Conoil Producing Limited
Engie Energy Access Nigeria Limited
Beta Glass Plc
Frigoglass Industries Limited
Air Charter Incorporated Limited
Tetracore Energy Limited
Integrated Shipping Services Nigeria Limited
Globacom Limited
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised Beta Glass in connection with a multi-million-dollar framework agreement for the sale and purchase of glass bottles to Heineken Global Procurement BV.
- Advised Fringe Infrastructure Limited on the successful acquisition of a $4,500,000.00 data centre from FSDH Merchant Bank as part of its strategic expansion in Nigeria’s digital infrastructure space.
- Advised the Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission, on the transfer of the one hundred percent (100%) issued shares in Nigerian Agip Oil Company Limited (“NAOC”), held by Eni International B.V. and Eni Oil Holdings B.V., to Oando Oil II Cooperatief UA.
Dentons ACAS-Law
At Dentons ACAS-Law the corporate and commercial practice advises clients in the energy, infrastructure, technology, and financial industries on a wide scope of matters. The department is under the leadership of a seasoned duo, Afolabi Caxton-Martins and Ben Unaegbunam, and Martins is skilled in M&A., as well as joint ventures, and Unaegbunam is well-versed in corporate governance. Other key members of the team include regulatory compliance expert Omolola Coker and capital markets specialist Sanford Mba.
Praxisleiter:
Afolabi Caxton-Martins; Ben Unaegbunam
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Omolola Coker; Sanford Mba
Kernmandanten
Chappal Energies Mauritius Limited
Norfund
West Power & Gas Limited
Saipem Contracting Nigeria Limited
Interswitch Limited
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising West Power & Gas Limited in the divestment of its 60% stake in leading Lagos based power distribution company, Eko Electricity Distribution Company Plc (“EKEDP”).
- Advised Norfund, the Norwegian Development Finance Institution, in connection with its investment via a subscription of Series A Preferred Stock in an aggregate amount of up to $15,000,000 in OmniRetail Inc.
- Advising Saipem Contracting Nigeria Limited in respect of the sale of its assets comprising of real, mixed, tangible, or intangible, owned or leased, such as the fabrication yard, licenses and permits, and other relevant contract documents valued at $9,000,000,000.00 to Marconi. NG EPC Limited.
Duale, Ovia & Alex-Adedipe
Co-led by Adeleke Alex-Adedipe and Adeniyi Duale, the corporate and commercial department at Duale, Ovia & Alex-Adedipe is praised by clients for a ‘strong command of venture capital and corporate commercial structures’. Adedipe is well-equipped to advise clients in various sectors, including technology, healthcare, and manufacturing on group restructurings, M&A, and cross-border joint ventures, while Duale focuses on corporate structuring and corporate reorganisations.
Praxisleiter:
Adeleke Alex-Adedipe; Adeniyi Duale
Referenzen
‚Duale, Ovia & Alex-Adedipe stands out for its depth of expertise and consistently thorough approach to transactions. The team demonstrates a strong command of venture capital and corporate commercial structures, offering practical, business-minded advice that aligns seamlessly with investors’ objectives.‘
‚Compared to other firms, Duale, Ovia & Alex-Adedipe distinguishes itself through its responsiveness, clarity in communication, and its ability to anticipate and resolve potential issues proactively.‘
‚Niyi Duale stands out for his exceptional attention to detail and his strong grasp of VC commercials, particularly how these translate into individual investments. His advice reflects a rare balance of technical precision and commercial insight, which consistently adds value to our transactions.‘
Kernmandanten
Swiss Pharma Nigeria Limited
Halkin Investment Limited
Alitheia IDF Fund
QED Investors
Regional Education Finance Fund for Africa
BlueOrchard Microfinance Fund
Parthian Funding SPV Limited
Yikodeen Company Limited
Trosk Investment DMCC
Aruwa Capital Management
Moneda Investment Company Limited
5554 Technologies Limited
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised Polaris Bank Limited on the restructuring of a significant $107,500,000.00 loan facility granted to Marine Platforms Limited.
- Acted as Nigerian counsel to the majority shareholder in the sale of 100% of Swipha Pharma Nigeria Ltd, a leading pharmaceutical company.
- Advised Halkin Investment (BVI) Limited on the $7.7 million cross-border acquisition and financing of an aircraft from FE Aviation 174, LLC, with part of the purchase financed via a $5 million lease facility from a U.S.-based lender.
DealHQ Partners
The corporate and commercial team at DealHQ Partners advises a range of clients on business formation, operational support, investment advisory work, and compliance. The practice is under the leadership of an experienced trio Tosin Ajose; Izuchukwu Ubadinma; and Omobola Adekola, and Ajose has extensive experience in acquisitions, Ubadinma has expertise in capital markets transactions, and Adekola focuses on corporate and commercial transactions related to international trade.
Praxisleiter:
Tosin Ajose; Izuchukwu Ubadinma; Omobola Adekola
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Jackson, Etti & Edu
At Jackson, Etti & Edu the corporate and commercial department covers cross-border mergers and acquisitions, regulatory approvals, and corporate structuring. Taiwo Adeshina spearheads the practice and advises domestic and international clients on corporate transactions, joint ventures, and commercial agreements. Adekunle Soyibo is experienced in M&A, while Koye Edu advises on corporate restructurings. Another core member of the team is Folasade Olusanya.
Praxisleiter:
Taiwo Adeshina
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Adekunle Soyibo; Koye Edu; Folasade Olusanya
Kernmandanten
Lagos State Government of Nigeria
FCMB Group Plc
River Jamieson SPV Limited
Lynden Integrated Farms Limited
Schneider Electric System Limited
Moet Hennessy Nigeria Limited
Abey Mortgage Bank Plc
MBBC
TAF Africa Global Limited
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising a client on a project development to be carried out through a joint venture with a state government for the construction of 20,000 housing units under a public-private partnership initiative.
- Advised BPL Nigeria Limited on the preparation and negotiation of the relevant SLAs for the day-to-day business of BPL including an SLA for the expansion of the company’s production building to cover additional areas and incorporate Pre-Engineered Building.
- Advised Sahel Capital Fund Manager Limited in respect of its US$500,000 equity financing extended to Winich Inc, a corporation based in Delaware, United States, through its fund, the Social Enterprise Fund for Agriculture in Africa.
DLA Piper Africa, Nigeria (Olajide Oyewole LLP)
The corporate practice at DLA Piper Africa, Nigeria (Olajide Oyewole LLP) has deep expertise in cross-border M&A, corporate reorganisations, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance. A trio of partners leads the practice, Bola Tinubu, Samuel Salako, and Dayo Idowu, and Salako has experience advising multinational corporates, investors, and private equity firms on M&A, while Idowu handles regulatory compliance matters.
Praxisleiter:
Bola Tinubu; Samuel Salako; Dayo Idowu
Referenzen
‘The team has demonstrated strong professionalism and depth of expertise in providing company secretarial and corporate advisory support.‘
‚The team stands out for its responsiveness, attention to detail, and commitment to client service. They communicate effectively, work efficiently within agreed timelines, and show a sound understanding of regulatory and governance requirements.‘
‘The individuals we work with are highly professional, responsive, and dependable. They demonstrate a strong grasp of corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and practical business considerations, which enables them to provide well-balanced and insightful advice.‘
Kernmandanten
Berger Paints Nigeria Plc
Marriott International Inc
Mavin Records Limited
The Baobab Network
Halliburton Energy Services Nigeria Limited
Mainstream Energy Solutions Limited
General Electric
Union Bank Plc.
IMC Plantation Limited
Broll Property Services Limited
Unilever Nigeria Plc
Oando Plc
Argentil Capital Partners Limited
aYo Holdings Limited
Puma Energy Limited
Continental Broadcasting Services Limited
DHL International Nigeria Limited
Tecnimont Nigeria Limited
TGS-Petrodata Offshore Services Limited
Boulos Enterprises Limited
Cappa & D’alberto Limited
The Company for Habitat and Housing in Africa
BB Energy Nigeria Limited
Future Energies Africa Limited
SBA Group
EnjoyCorp Limited
Seattle Residences Limited
Mastercard Foundation
Rite Foods Limited
Highlight-Mandate
- Acted as the lead Nigerian Counsel to Nampak International on the acquisition of 100% shares of Nampak Bevcan Nigeria Limited, the second largest aluminium can manufacture company in Nigeria.
- Advised Lango Real Estate Limited in relation to the acquisition of Ikeja City Mall from Hyprop Mauritius and AIH Mauritius.
- Advised Oando Energy Resources Inc and Oando Petroleum and Natural Gas Limited in connection with the landmark acquisition of 100% of the shares in Nigerian Agip Oil Company Limited (“NAOC”), and its 20% participating interest in the NEPL/NAOC/OOL joint venture.