Global Guide 2026 : Nigeria
Provided by Odujinrin & Adefulu
Our Corporate & Commercial Practice is a market-leading team advising on complex, high-value transactions across Nigeria’s key sectors. We specialize in corporate structuring, mergers & acquisitions, foreign investment, regulatory compliance, and commercial advisory, delivering end-to-end support from market entry to operational scale.
We have a proven track record advising multinational corporations, Investors and private equity firms on establishing and operating in Nigeria. Our recent experience includes advising on a US$1.35bn multi-jurisdictional acquisition for Lafarge Africa Plc; including facilities to Dangote Cement Plc and Oando Petroleum & Natural Gas Limited; supporting Uhuru Capital Limited on strategic investments, due diligence, and merger approvals; and guiding international clients such as Kellogg Brown & Root and Quimicas Oro S.A. on market entry, corporate establishment, and regulatory compliance in Nigeria.
We regularly engage with key regulators, including the Corporate Affairs Commission, Central Bank of Nigeria, Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission, Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission, and National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control.
We deliver commercially focused, pragmatic advice on business-critical matters, consistently supporting clients on their most strategic corporate and commercial decisions.
Provided by Chambers
Odujinrin & Adefulu is a local law firm with an adept M&A team that acts for investment banks, corporate clients and investment funds on a wide range of commercial and corporate matters. Its team is known for assisting with mergers and restructuring as well as acquisitions and investments. The firm has offices in Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt.
Adeoye Adefulu is a key contact for clients.
Provided by Chambers
The team is adept at navigating legal obstacles, analysing complex facts and crafting strong arguments to protect its clients' interests.
Odujinrin & Adefulu stands out through the quality of its team and its stakeholder management skills.
The firm's aptness and speed in deliverables makes it stand out. The team is also very resilient in complex and sophisticated matters.
The firm's outside-the-box thinking and bespoke tailored solutions add great value to our matters. The firm also has an outstanding response time and delivers excellent service in all work streams.
The firm's adaptability to evolving legal landscapes and innovative problem-solving reinforce its position as a trusted legal partner for complex matters.
Provided by Odujinrin & Adefulu
Deborah Onafadeji
Olubukola Olabiyi
Head of Department
Mayokun Isaiah-Alabi
Chinemerem Ezenwa
Deborah Ekone
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