Banking, finance and capital markets

Templars

Templars is well regarded for its 'high-quality advice' and 'in-depth experience in project finance transactions on the sponsors’ side'. The 'knowledgeable' Zelda Akindele co-heads the practice with Chike Obianwu, who handles debt restructuring work within Nigeria and Ghana; Desmond Ogba, who has experience in debt capital markets; and Dupe Saba, who brings expertise in debt financing matters and regularly acts for clients in the petrochemical area. Obianuju Ifebunandu handles foreign and private equity investments, and Osarugue Izekur advises on project and structured finance. Modupe Dabiri is a key name in the practice.

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Testimonials

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‘What makes this practice unique is their in-depth experience in project finance transactions on the sponsors’ side.'
‘Templars brings on board a vast range of people with the expertise to do the job.'
‘Τemplars has always been very reliable and always on top of the latest legal developments. The team always offers sound and timely advice.'
‘The team is responsive and provides high-quality advice within the timelines needed.’
‘Zelda Akindele and the team is knowledgeable and very detailed. Available on short notice to offer solutions to every problem.'
‘A standout partner is Dupe Saba. She pays the utmost attention to detail and over the course of her career has developed relationships with key stakeholders in regulatory agencies involved in PPP transactions.’

Key clients

Lagos Free Zone Company
Badagry Port Development Limited
Elektron Petroleum and Engineering Limited
African Foundries Limited

Work highlights

Advising Lagos Free Zone Company on the issuance of a NGN1.75 billion 20-year Series 3 senior guaranteed fixed rate corporate infrastructure bond.
Advised Elektron Petroleum and Engineering Limited on the equity and debt financing of its subsidiaries for the development of independent power plants in Nigeria.