Olaniwun Ajayi LP offers a broad range of financial services to lenders and borrowers, with notable activity in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector. The practice demonstrates ‘expertise in prepayment financing, corporate and project finance, and infrastructure finance.’ Tominiyi Owolabi manages the firm’s oil and gas activity, whilst Wolemi Esan, SAN, described as a ’thought leader and always available to provide advice on complex matters,’ heads the power and infrastructure group. Yewande Senbore has considerable expertise in cross-border financing transactions as well as deep knowledge of debt and equity capital markets. Ibi Ogunbiyi and Folake Alabi are key lawyers. Ogechi Onuoha is an important associate.
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  • 'The banking, finance and capital markets practice consists of exceptional individuals who pay attention to detail, are readily available to meet client needs, and are extremely detail-oriented. The team is constituted of market leaders who have a depth of experience within the banking and financing sector, handling complex transactions.'

  • ‘The banking, finance and capital markets practice at Olaniwun Ajayi has an established crop of lawyers, who pay great attention to detail and are second to none in terms of quality.'

  • 'Strong personalities with very easily identifiable knowledge that gives you confidence.’
  • ‘The banking, finance and capital markets team in Olaniwun Ajayi is an exceptional team of lawyers who are one of the best in the industry. They are very professional and provided fantastic support to my team across several projects. The team is managed and run efficiently and they provide targeted solutions to legal issues.’

  • ‘I am delighted to provide this reference for Olaniwun Ajayi's exceptional banking and finance practice, with whom my company has had the pleasure of collaborating on numerous projects over the years.'

  • 'The team at Olaniwun Ajayi has consistently demonstrated unparalleled expertise in prepayment financing, corporate and project finance, and infrastructure finance. Their solution-driven approach, proactive mindset, and meticulous attention to detail have been invaluable assets in navigating complex financial transactions.'
  • 'Their professionals possess a deep understanding of the banking and finance landscape, providing innovative and effective solutions that address our specific needs. Their commitment to delivering high quality service has earned them a reputation as trusted advisors in the industry.'
  • 'We have benefited significantly from their guidance and support, and I highly recommend Olaniwun Ajayi's banking and finance practice to anyone seeking exceptional legal expertise.’

Clients clés

  • International Finance Corporation
  • Africa Development Bank
  • Africa Agriculture and Trade Investment Fund
  • First Bank of Nigeria
  • Fidelity Bank plc
  • Chapel Hill Denham Nigeria Infrastructure Debt Fund
  • Stanbic IBTC Bank Plc
  • African Frontier Capital (Mauritius) LLC
  • Finnish Fund for Industrial Cooperation Limited
  • Lagos State Government

Points forts

  • Advised Zenith Bank Plc on its ₦300bn equity capital raise by way of rights issue and a public offer.
  • Advising Africa Finance Corporation with respect to the proposed financing for the development of a natural gas to methanol production facility in Qua Iboe, Akwa Ibom, Nigeria.
  • Advising Fidelity Bank Plc counsel in connection with the provision of the equity finance facility in the aggregate sum of ₦65bn to R28 Limited.

Avocats

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Ogechi Onuoha

Responsable de la pratique

Tominiyi Owolabi; Wolemi Esan, SAN; Yewande Senbore; Ibi Ogunbiyi

Autres avocats clés

Folake Alabi; Ogechi Onuoha