ALN Nigeria | Aluko & Oyebode is vastly experienced in advising financial institutions and sizeable corporations, and the ‘proactive’ practice is also a key port of call for banks, international lending institutions, and insurance companies. Oludare Senbore, Funmilayo Otsemobor, and the ’extremely talented‘ Kofo Dosekun field expertise in project and infrastructure finance. Olubunmi Fayokun is noted for her established strength in capital markets, and Ayodeji Oyetunde handles corporate finance matters. Ajibola Asolo is well versed in advising on banking regulations and regulatory compliance issues.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The banking and finance team is exceptional and extremely talented, going above and beyond for clients and making complex issues simple.’
- ‘The team has been very effective in supporting us, structuring the transaction, generating documentation, and advising on the relevant regulatory environment.’
- 'The team's very useful guidance made the process very seamless.’
- ‘The team's key strength lies in the depth of experience it has and its deep familiarity with capital markets. The team also works in a synchronized manner and is very responsive.’
- ‘We have benefited greatly from the proactive approach and diversity of the professionals who work with Aluko & Oyebode.'
- ‘The team has experienced and knowledgeable staff that collaborate well to deliver on transactions.’
- ‘Kofo Dosekun is an extremely talented leading lawyer.’
- ‘Ajibola Asolo has extensive knowledge of capital markets. He is knowledgeable, practical, and savvy.’
Key clients
- Bank of Industry
- MTN Nigeria Communications PLC
- Wema Bank Plc
- Access Holdings Plc
- Access Bank Plc
- Guaranty Trust Bank Limited
- Emerging Africa Capital Limited
- First Bank of Nigeria Limited
- Fidelity Bank Plc
- First City Monument Bank Limited
- Niger Delta Exploration & Production Plc
- Greenwich Merchant Bank Limited
- Petrogap Oil and Gas
- VFuels LLC
- Astea Engineering Inc
- Mota-Engil Engenharia E Constructao Africa SA
- Omatapalo Engenharia E Construcao S.A
Work highlights
- Advised the Bank of Industry on the €1 billion guaranteed short-term facility granted by a syndicate of financial institutions.
- Assisted Niger Delta Exploration & Production Plc with its establishment of a NGN20 billion Bond Issuance Programme.
- Advised Access Holdings Plc and Access Bank Plc in connection with Access Holdings Plc’s subscription to Mandatory Convertible Tier 1 Notes issued by Access Bank Plc.
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Kofo Dosekun, Olubunmi Fayokun