Department profile
Templars

Capital Markets

Global Guide 2026 : Nigeria


Templars

Rankings

Chambers Review

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Capital Markets - Nigeria

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Templars is a robust full-service law firm in Nigeria with expertise that extends to capital markets transactions. The firm is particularly noted for its expertise in listings on the Nigerian stock exchange. Its work extends to the establishment of bond issuance programmes, commercial paper issuances and fund establishment.

Work Highlights

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  • Templars acted for IHS and the Nigerian guarantors on a dual-tranche USD1.2 billion high-yield Eurobond issuance.

Strengths

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  • Templars is highly regarded for its deep expertise in Nigerian law, offering nuanced, commercially relevant advice that reflects the country’s complex regulatory landscape.

    Capital Markets respondentGlobal
  • Templars' responsiveness and attention to detail are exceptional and its team is collaborative and knowledgeable.

    Capital Markets respondentGlobal
  • Templars is phenomenal and offers exceptional client service. The team really takes care of me and I could not ask for more. Its lawyers know exactly what they were doing and are up to speed.

    Capital Markets respondentGlobal
  • Templars offers industry-leading transactional experience.

    Capital Markets respondentGlobal
  • Templars offers a detailed knowledge of the industry and regulatory environment, with creativity in finding the best legal structures and solutions.

    Capital Markets respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Chike Obianwu
    Band 2Chike Obianwu

    Chike Obianwu

    Chike Obianwu is respected for his expertise in capital markets transactions. He acts for issuers and trustees on matters including bond issuances and commercial paper programmes.

    • Chike Obianwu's advice consistently balances legal precision with practical, commercially sound solutions.

      Capital Markets respondentGlobal
  • Band 2Zelda Akindele
    Band 2Zelda Akindele

    Zelda Akindele

    Zelda Akindele is an experienced capital markets expert, assisting clients with bond and commercial paper issuances, fund establishment and related transactions.

    • Zelda Akindele has a strong grasp of current market trends, client expectations and deal dynamics, adding real strategic value to transactions.

      Capital Markets respondentGlobal

Ranked Individuals at Templars (2)

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