Ranking tables

Capital Markets | Global

Nigeria

The Capital Markets rankings table below has been designed to provide the most in-depth insights and reviews of the top ranked lawyers and law firms. The firms included in our rankings have been recommended by in-house counsel, other third-party experts and private practice lawyers. Our comprehensive research ensures you have all the information needed when looking to purchase legal services across Nigeria.

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Band 1

  1. Aluko & Oyebode
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    Aluko & Oyebode
    Capital Markets
    2026 | Band 1 | 2 Years Ranked

    Aluko & Oyebode is a highly reputable Nigerian law firm, well known for its expertise in capital markets. The firm advises on a wide range of capital markets transactions, including bond issuances, commercial paper issuances, loan note programmes, structured note issuances and sukuk. Its practice covers both equity and debt capital markets, with office locations in Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt.

  2. Banwo & Ighodalo
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    Banwo & Ighodalo
    Capital Markets
    2026 | Band 1 | 2 Years Ranked

    Banwo & Ighodalo is a market-leading law firm that is well regarded for its work in the capital markets space. The firm boasts a solid capital markets team with deep expertise across different forms of capital markets issuances, including both equity and debt. It assists clients with the establishment of funds, bond issuances and rights issues.

  3. Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie
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    Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie
    Capital Markets
    2026 | Band 1 | 2 Years Ranked

    Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie is a market-leading law firm for capital markets transactions, recognised for its ability to represent clients across industries. With offices in Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt, its work extends to the establishment of funds, green bonds and sukuk issuances.

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Band 2

  1. G. Elias
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    G. Elias
    Capital Markets
    2026 | Band 2 | 2 Years Ranked

    G. Elias is a notable law firm with extensive capital markets experience. It represents clients in a broad range of capital markets transactions, such as debt issuances, as well as listings and delistings from exchanges. In addition to representing clients in the financial sector, the firm also represents state governments and advises clients on compliance with securities regulations in Nigeria.

  2. Olaniwun Ajayi LP
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    Olaniwun Ajayi LP
    Capital Markets
    2026 | Band 2 | 2 Years Ranked

    Olaniwun Ajayi is recognised for its capacity to handle complex matters in the capital markets space. It acts for clients on issuances, equity raises and similar transactions. The firm is able to represent issuers and trustees. Its clients are largely banking and financial services players.

  3. Templars
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    Templars
    Capital Markets
    2026 | Band 2 | 2 Years Ranked

    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.

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Band 3

  1. ǼLEX
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    ǼLEX
    Capital Markets
    2026 | Band 3 | 2 Years Ranked

    ǼLEX is a full-service law firm with expertise in capital markets transactions. The team is capable of representing clients across multiple sectors and boasts particular expertise in debt capital markets work. Its capabilities include bond issuances and commercial paper programmes.

  2. Jackson, Etti & Edu
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    Jackson, Etti & Edu
    Capital Markets
    2026 | Band 3 | 2 Years Ranked

    With offices in Lagos and Abuja, Jackson, Etti & Edu has a well-rounded full-service legal offering in Nigeria. The firm assists clients with notable capital markets transactions, including the issuance of bonds and capital raises. The team mainly represents financial services and state government clients.