Banking & Finance
Global Guide 2024 : Nigeria
Band 1
Email address
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+234 (1) 462 8360-71Chambers Review
ALN Nigeria | 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.
Work Highlights
- ALN Nigeria | Aluko & Oyebode acted as joint legal counsel for MTN Nigeria Communications on the issuance of commercial papers.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"ALN Nigeria | Aluko & Oyebode understands issues and provides practical and commercial advice to clients."
"It is one of the top law firms in Nigeria. The team has a knack for revisions and is very hands-on. When I do a deal with the firm, I am always sure that they can help us on critical matters."
"Aluko & Oyebode is a firm I will recommend again and again. It always provides a thorough analysis of knotty legal issues and helps us to navigate complex transactions."
"Its lawyers are super responsive, always pragmatic and maintain a solution-oriented approach."
"ALN Nigeria | Aluko & Oyebode understands issues and provides practical and commercial advice to clients."
"It is one of the top law firms in Nigeria. The team has a knack for revisions and is very hands-on. When I do a deal with the firm, I am always sure that they can help us on critical matters."
"Aluko & Oyebode is a firm I will recommend again and again. It always provides a thorough analysis of knotty legal issues and helps us to navigate complex transactions."
"Its lawyers are super responsive, always pragmatic and maintain a solution-oriented approach."
Notable Practitioners
Gbenga Oyebode is a senior lawyer whose long-standing banking experience includes advising on proposed mining investments.
Kofo Dosekun is a top banking lawyer in Nigeria who represents major banks domestically and internationally, as well as other financial institutions. She leads the firm's corporate and commercial and banking practices.
"Kofo Dosekun is a bundle of knowledge and one of the brightest minds in practice today."
"She is thorough, consistent and gives excellent legal advice every time. She has been a great asset to us."
Oludare Senbore acts for lenders and borrowers and has international scope to his practice. His experience includes advising on foreign investments.
"Oludare Senbore gives the best advice and thought-out answers. He has good thoughts, is very hands-on and commercial in his approach."
"Oludare is available, responsive, very reliable, and someone I can count on. He is very personable."
Funmilayo Otsemobor is recognised by both peers and clients as a strong banking and finance practitioner. She has particularly notable expertise in advising lenders on project and acquisition financing deals, including for oil and gas matters.
"Funmilayo Otsemobor is a delight to work with. She asks the right probing questions and is always able to provide simple and workable solutions to complex legal issues."
"Funmilayo is great; she understands the issues and provides clear advice. She works collaboratively and is very solution-driven."
"She is very experienced and hands-on."