Corporate/Commercial
Global Guide 2024 : Nigeria
Band 2
Email address
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+234 803 402 3878About
Provided by G. Elias
G. Elias & Co’s corporate and commercial team work on transactions in areas that include mergers, acquisitions, re-organizations of capital, spin-offs, liquidations, reduction of capital and “due diligence” inquiries. We are also involved in the development, sale, construction and management of real estate, telecommunications and other infrastructure assets, and the sales of commodities, consumer products and services. We carry out advisory and regulatory (including tax) work involving requests for exemptions, registrations and privileges and the defence of tax audits and investigations for leading multinationals
We have advised on the largest-ever equity and debt offerings over the years in Nigeria. We also advised on the merger of Orwell Oil & Gas Limited and AOS to create the largest Nigerian-owned oil service company. We are leaders in electricity sector acquisitions by both value and number. We are recently advising on the sale of the assets of Free Range Farms Plc valued at ₦1bn to Kuker Farms and Processing Limited and currently advising on the winding-up process of Free Range Farms upon the sale of the operating assets, amongst others.
Chambers Review
G. Elias is a renowned law firm with a strong market presence in Nigeria. It is adept at handling mergers, corporate reorganisations and acquisitions on behalf of multinational and domestic clients. The team is engaged across a range of industry sectors, including energy, manufacturing, financial services and technology.
Work Highlights
- G. Elias advised two TGI entities that are shareholders in Titan Trust Bank on the acquisition of Union Bank Nigeria from Atlas Mara and various other private equity entities.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"I like that the firm is proactive, and there is also a lot of depth in its opinions and legal advice."
"The advisory team has vast knowledge of the relevant laws, regulations and statutory obligations impacting our transactions."
"G. Elias has a very efficient and skilled team to handle our complex issues."
"The firm is very responsive and detailed in its explanations."
"I like that the firm is proactive, and there is also a lot of depth in its opinions and legal advice."
"The advisory team has vast knowledge of the relevant laws, regulations and statutory obligations impacting our transactions."
"G. Elias has a very efficient and skilled team to handle our complex issues."
"The firm is very responsive and detailed in its explanations."
Notable Practitioners
Gbolahan Elias SAN is a seasoned lawyer in Nigeria who regularly provides advice to the firm's key clients, including major financial institutions and oil and gas companies.
"Gbolahan Elias is a fantastic legal expert."
"He is super-approachable and has great humility and wisdom. He explains things well in an understandable way and explains why he recommends things."
"It is a very comfortable experience with him and he makes our work easier."
"He has widespread knowledge of international and local laws."
Fred Onuobia SAN represents clients in a range of M&A. Based in Lagos, his clients include international companies and major financial institutions.
"Fred Onuobia is a very bright and very strong lawyer."
"He has longevity in the market and a high quality of work."
Ranked Lawyers at
G. Elias
Nigeria
Clients
Provided by G. Elias
Abraaj Aureos Fund
Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria
Coca-Cola Nigeria Plc
Food Concepts Plc
Helios Towers Nigeria Limited
MTN Nigeria Communications Ltd.
Natspace Telecommunications and Investments Limited
Paragon Holdings Limited
RMB Westport Limited
Tolaram Group
Industries
Provided by G. Elias
Banking and Financial Services
Commercial and Professional Services
Construction & Materials
Energy and Infrastructure
Fast Moving Consumer Goods
Hospitality and Health Care
Real Estate
Transport and Logistics