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Our banking and finance practice is a key area of specialisation for which the firm has consistently earned some of its highest and largest number of commendations from independent ranking publications. The team advises a plethora of clients, and on projects, ranging from the aviation, oil and gas, energy (including power), telecommunications and real estate sectors of the Nigerian economy. We have consistently been retained by leading Nigerian and international banks, private equity funds and other financial institutions, including development finance institutions, governmental, non-governmental and not-for-profit organisations across the globe, to advise on a variety of finance transactions.
Lauded for its “intelligent approach”, the team is particularly known for its strength in acquisition finance, reserve based lending, project finance and syndicated lending and, also, advises routinely on corporate lending, secured and unsecured lending, asset-based lending, debt capital markets, real estate financings, project and structured finance, and global depository receipts, amongst others. Our expertise includes advising local and international clients on a wide range of cross border transactions, including those in the foregoing space, as well as on a breadth of other banking and finance issues namely: the establishment of a bank in Nigeria, setting up representative offices, regulatory capital, foreign exchange and compliance with regulations of the Central Bank of Nigeria.
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Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie is a highly respected law firm with wide-ranging expertise in the financial sector in Nigeria. Its lawyers are consistently engaged on high-value matters on behalf of domestic and international financial institutions and banks, with extensive experience acting for both borrowers and lenders on finance transactions.
Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie advised the IFC on a USD200 million facility to Zenith Bank for the support of small and medium-sized enterprises.
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Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie handles transactions admirably, presenting bespoke solutions to complex issues.
Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie offers superior knowledge of the regulatory framework in Nigeria and its team is available to respond timeously to our requests.
The firm offers flexibility, a hands-on attitude and commitment.
Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie is an invaluable legal partner, consistently demonstrating deep expertise and exceptional commitment.
The firm has excellent technical capability and commercial awareness, and demonstrates an outstanding ability to come up with practical solutions to local law issues.
Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie handles transactions admirably, presenting bespoke solutions to complex issues.
Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie offers superior knowledge of the regulatory framework in Nigeria and its team is available to respond timeously to our requests.
The firm offers flexibility, a hands-on attitude and commitment.
Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie is an invaluable legal partner, consistently demonstrating deep expertise and exceptional commitment.
The firm has excellent technical capability and commercial awareness, and demonstrates an outstanding ability to come up with practical solutions to local law issues.
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Senior partner Aniekan Ukpanah is experienced in the financing of a wide range of projects and provides valued representation to lending syndicates. His experience in the banking and finance space is broad, encompassing sectors such as telecoms and real estate.
Dan Agbor is a highly regarded lawyer with a wealth of banking and secured credit transactional experience. He has experience acting on behalf of several clients within the energy sector in Nigeria.
Yinka Edu is a highly regarded lawyer who represents numerous lenders in transactions. She advises on banking-related compliance issues as well as loan facility agreements.
Yinka is exceptional and I would definitely work with her again.
Yinka Edu provides us with very valuable advice and support in response to regulatory changes in Nigeria.
Onyinye Okafor has significant cross-border financial services experience and is notably active advising institutional lenders, banks and energy companies.
Onyinye Okafor is vastly knowledgeable, responsive and able to resolve difficult legal issues with ease. She is one to have in your corner.
Onyinye Okafor is an exceptionally brilliant banking and finance law expert.
Joseph Eimunjeze is a brilliant banking lawyer, with a really sound knowledge of the industry and an impressive commercial sense.
Joseph Eimunjeze brings deep expertise, sound judgement and a calm, solutions-oriented approach to transactions. He is a trusted and highly competent adviser.
Joseph Eimunjeze is approachable, incredibly knowledgeable and genuinely helpful. He brings a calm confidence to complex matters and he understands the legal and commercial sides of a transaction.
Joseph is very experienced, knowledgeable and responsive. His advice is practical and useful.
Nicholas Okafor is able to communicate effectively with our team. He is also solution driven and provides the required leadership even in complex situations.
Chisom Okolie supports clients on the day-to-day management of complex and sophisticated corporate and project finance transactions across multiple sectors.
Chisom Okolie is nimble and thinks on her feet. She is impressive.
Chisom Okolie is a very detail-oriented and hard-working lawyer.
Chisom Okolie is polite, responsive and a pleasure to work with.
Chisom Okolie is always responsive and reliable, with a great ability to foresee issues before they become problems.
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Adeola Sunmola
Head of Department
Chisom Okolie
Ekundayo Onajobi
Godson Iwuozo
Joseph Eimunjeze
Onyinye Okafor
Victor Samuel
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Actis
Africa Finance Corporation
Bank of America Merrill Lynch
Barclays Bank
Bettervest GMBH
Citibank N. A. London
Credit Suisse
DEG – Deutsche Investitions-und Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH
Ecobank Nigeria Limited
FMO - Netherlands Development Finance Company
FSDH Merchant Bank
GZ Industries Limited
HSBC Bank - Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation
International Finance Corporation
Lafarge Africa
Proparco – Societe de Promotion et de Participation Pour La
Rand Merchant Bank
Seven Energy International Limited
Standard Bank of South Africa
Standard Chartered Bank
Swiss Re
UACN Property Development Company PLC
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Banks
Charities / Not for Profit
Chemicals
Construction & Materials
Consumer Product Manufacturing
Energy (Oil and Gas and Power)
Financial Services
Government
Health Care
Infrastructure
Insurance
Private Clients / Individuals
Real Estate Finance
Retail
Telecommunications