Banwo & Ighodalo is praised for ‘combining deep local expertise with a practical, business-focused approach’, and is regularly turned to by local and multinational shipping companies, shipowners, airlines, and cargo owners on the full gamut of shipping matters. Ken Etim, Kehinde Ojuawo, and Tunji Adeyemi collectively lead the practice, Etim has experience in financing, chartering, and regulatory matters, Ojuawo is skilled at crafting commercial agreements and Adeyemi has a wide-ranging practice in the transport sector. Olere Ilegoggie is also a key associate within the team.

Bloomfield LP is home to an experienced shipping and oil services team, and is commended by clients for its ‘deep sector expertise, client-focused service delivery, and innovative approach to problem-solving.’ The practice is well-equipped to advise both domestic and international clients on the full spectrum of matters including ship financing, aircraft acquisitions, and charter party negotiations. At the helm of the practice, Adedoyin Afun has expertise in maritime related issues and has a broad shipping and transport practice.

Commended for its 'depth of knowledge of the maritime industry', Dentons ACAS-Law represents a range of domestic and global clients including shipowners, charters, and cargo owners. The practice group is co-led by experienced partners Funke Agbor, who specialises in litigation and maritime law; and Chisa Uba who focuses on maritime transactions including ship finance, building contracts, and the sale and purchase of vessels. Another notable member of the team is Nnagozie Azih.

 

The shipping and transport practice at G. Elias & Co maintains a strong position in the market, advising clients on a wide spectrum of matters including railway infrastructure, admiralty proceedings, and highway constructions. Gbolahan Elias, SAN has experience in various transport projects; Fidelis Adewole has expertise in cross-border disputes and international arbitrations; and Japhet Eneh focuses on aviation and maritime issues.

Abdulai, Taiwo & Co projects and infrastructure practice covers a wide array of matters including projects related to transport, airports, ports, roads, and railways. The practice group is co-led by Ladi Taiwo and Akin Osinbajo, San, and Taiwo has a varied practice in the infrastructure sector, while Osinbajo has litigation expertise. Kunle Ayansola is another key team member.

 

At AELEX, the shipping and transportation practice has experience advising a range of clients including regulatory agencies and airlines on a wide spectrum of matters such as vessel mortgages, asset transactions, and leasing. Lawrence Fubara Anga SAN sits at the helm of the practice and is skilled at representing clients in litigations and arbitrations related to maritime and aviation matters. Another key contact in the team is Rafiq Anammah, who acts for clients in passenger, baggage, and cargo-related claims.

The shipping and transport practice group at Aluko & Oyebode assists a range of clients, including shipowners, charterers, bunker suppliers, and financial institutions on a wide span of matters. Key names in the practice include Adebowale Aluko, Tonye Krukubo, Oghogho Makinde, and Mark Mordi, and Makinde advises on divestments and lease arrangements, while Mordi represents clients in maritime litigation and arbitration.

Foundation Chambers is praised by clients for its ‘strong expertise and good knowledge of the industry’, and is led by a trio of experienced individuals Luke Chidi Ilogu, SAN, Mojisola Jaiye-Gbenle, and Adedamola Kikiowo. Ilogu has longstanding experience in maritime law and arbitration, Gbenle specialises in sale and purchase, collisions, and charter party agreements, while Kikiowo focuses on marine insurance law and international trade.