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Global Nigeria Banking & Finance

A broad-based definition of banking transactions, which include both borrower and lender clients. The following topics are included: Acquisition finance: transactions involving arranging finance for acquisitions acting for either the lender or the borrower; Islamic Finance: Sharia-compliant work such as acquisitions, forming funds to invest in real estate and commercial properties, issuing of Sukuks; General bank lending: syndicated lending, structured finance, leveraged finance, NPLs; Project finance: financing of infrastructure and industrial projects.; Refinancing: The refinancing and restructuring of existing loans and debtor in possession financing is also included. Where there isn’t a dedicated Restructuring / Insolvency section, work relating to restructuring in distressed situations, bankruptcy and insolvency is also considered here.

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Band 1
  1. Aluko & Oyebode
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    Aluko & Oyebode
    Banking & Finance
    2023 | Band 1 |
    Aluko & Oyebode is a highly skilled law firm at the forefront of the Nigerian market which is well known for its involvement in high-value banking transactions, acting on behalf of both domestic and international companies. It is adept at handling a variety of matters including structured trade agreements, foreign exchange contracts and secure lending agreements. The team earns recognition for its exceptional handling of a range of project finance matters, particularly in the oil and gas sector.
  2. Banwo & Ighodalo
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    Banwo & Ighodalo
    Banking & Finance
    2023 | Band 1 |
    Banwo & Ighodalo operates a highly regarded banking group that possesses considerable expertise in loan transactions. The firm is well known for advising a number of major commercial banks and domestic financial institutions, as well as working with multinational companies investing in Nigeria. It possesses extensive experience structuring financial transactions and advising on regulatory matters, and is increasingly involved in transactions and financings involving the oil and gas and real estate sectors.
  3. Olaniwun Ajayi LP
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    Olaniwun Ajayi LP
    Banking & Finance
    2023 | Band 1 |
    Olaniwun Ajayi is a top-tier Nigerian law firm with notable expertise in a range of banking matters, including structured finance, acquisition finance and banking regulatory issues. It maintains an impressive track record of advising international clients, including both lending and borrowing entities. The firm notably represents energy sector clients.
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Band 2
  1. G. Elias & Co.
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    G. Elias & Co.
    Banking & Finance
    2023 | Band 2 |
    G. Elias & Co. is a market-leading law firm that is prolific in the Nigerian market. Its banking department handles high-value transactions, including advising on the domestic aspects of cross-border matters. The team frequently deals with loan financing, debt capital raising and refinancing matters. It maintains a strong following of international and domestic clients in the oil and gas and telecommunications sectors, in addition to an impressive portfolio in the financial sector.
  2. Templars
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    Templars
    Banking & Finance
    2023 | Band 2 |
    Templars is a highly regarded law firm with a well-rounded team of banking and finance experts, noted for their skilful handling of a range of complex transactions, including credit facilities and acquisition financing. The lawyers are regularly engaged by international energy companies on the Nigerian aspects of cross-border matters. They also often act on behalf of banks and other financial institutions on a range of investment projects.
  3. Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie
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    Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie
    Banking & Finance
    2023 | Band 2 |
    Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie is a highly reputed law firm with wide-ranging expertise in the financial sector in Nigeria. Its lawyers are consistently engaged in high-value matters on behalf of domestic and international financial institutions and banks, with extensive experience acting for both borrowers and lenders on projects and transactions.
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Band 3
  1. ǼLEX
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    ǼLEX
    Banking & Finance
    2023 | Band 3 |
    ǼLEX is home to a solid banking team with significant experience acting for lenders and borrowers on structured financing and derivatives transactions. The firm also advises on investments and regulation, as well as handling disputes. Its client roster includes domestic and international companies. The department has expertise in acquisition and in project financing.
  2. Jackson, Etti & Edu
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    Jackson, Etti & Edu
    Banking & Finance
    2023 | Band 3 |
    Jackson, Etti & Edu is a well-regarded law firm with a strong financial team that advises global and national clients on a broad spectrum of matters, including acquisition finance, syndicated loans, restructuring and project financing. It also assists with matters concerning trade finance. The team is engaged by a number of international banks for advice on a range of loan agreements with Nigerian and regional counterparts.
  3. DETAIL Commercial Solicitors
    Banking & Finance
    2023 | Band 3
  4. Odujinrin & Adefulu
    Banking & Finance
    2023 | Band 3