Projects & Energy
Global Guide 2024 : Nigeria
Band 1
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Provided by Olaniwun Ajayi LP
- Olaniwun Ajayi LP stands out for its business-oriented approach and high-quality advice in the power, infrastructure and oil & gas sectors. Clients seek out the firm for its ability to understand their needs and the complexities of the sectors in which they operate and to offer solutions that allow them to achieve their goals efficiently and in a cost-effective manner.
- The firm’s oil & gas practice group is particularly active advising midstream operations in Nigeria. The team has advised on the development of refinery projects that are essential to meeting the Federal Government’s objective to drastically reduce its importation of refined petroleum products, and a gas plant that is key to increasing Nigeria’s domestic production and consumption of gas.
- The firm advised on some of the first transactions to be conceived in the context of the Reformed NESI (Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry), following the Electric Power Sector Reform Act of 2005. The team’s track has been involved in the acquisition and/or concession of five out of six power generation companies and six out of eleven distribution companies.
- Clients look to the firm for its unrivalled experience in advising the construction, development, financing, acquisition, and operation of power assets.
Chambers Review
Olaniwun Ajayi is a highly respected law firm that has a particularly established practice in the infrastructure and power projects sectors in Nigeria. The team adeptly advises investors, operators, lenders and governments on development and financing matters and possesses further experience in oil and gas mandates, often advising on midstream operations. It also ably advises on energy transactions and disputes.
Work Highlights
- Olaniwun Ajayi advised COPDC Petroleum Development Company on the financing for the development and exploration of oil in Nigeria.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Olaniwun Ajayi has simply the best set of lawyers I have worked with in Nigeria. They are able to handle the most sophisticated and complex issues arising from the various transactions handled on our behalf."
"The firm is proactive and anticipates problems. It disentangles complex issues that arise during projects."
"Olaniwun Ajayi has a very good understanding of the oil and gas and finance industries."
"Olaniwun Ajayi has the ability to handle complex transactions through the provision of bespoke, fit-for-purpose solutions. Its team is highly resourceful and adaptable, demonstrating an appreciation for the nature of the transaction and the needs of the client."
"Olaniwun Ajayi has simply the best set of lawyers I have worked with in Nigeria. They are able to handle the most sophisticated and complex issues arising from the various transactions handled on our behalf."
"The firm is proactive and anticipates problems. It disentangles complex issues that arise during projects."
"Olaniwun Ajayi has a very good understanding of the oil and gas and finance industries."
"Olaniwun Ajayi has the ability to handle complex transactions through the provision of bespoke, fit-for-purpose solutions. Its team is highly resourceful and adaptable, demonstrating an appreciation for the nature of the transaction and the needs of the client."
Notable Practitioners
Wolemi Esan is a leading lawyer who is well respected in the energy sector in Nigeria. He is particularly recognised for his electricity and infrastructure work, and has further experience representing public bodies and financial institutions.
"Wolemi Esan is a business lawyer with a practical mind who is able to solve complex legal issues."
"He is nimble in dealing with problems and introduces innovative solutions."
"Wolemi leads the team and provides oversight on their work. He has ensured that the team delivers the required level of excellence on the transactions and projects they have worked on with us."
Tominiyi Owolabi features prominently on infrastructure and oil and gas mandates in Nigeria. His presence on financing and asset acquisition deals in the industry is also significant.
"Tominiyi Owolabi is a smart, brilliant and astute lawyer who knows and understands the needs of his client. His advice and opinions on issues are always backed with convincing reasoning. He is always a delight to work with."
"He is an all-round legal solutions provider. He delivers real time, pragmatic, high-quality legal advice."
Ranked Lawyers at
Olaniwun Ajayi LP
Nigeria
Members
Provided by Olaniwun Ajayi LP
Abisola Odeinde
Chinenye Ajayi
Chukwuemeka Osuji
Damilola Salawu
Ejemen Ofoman
Folasade Oluyadi
Olamide Aiyeola