Leaning on its international network, Dentons ACAS-Law handles numerous cross-border matters, often acting for international financial institutions investing in Nigeria. The team provides counsel to both lenders and borrowers in issues relating to the refinancing and restructuring of transactions, with notable activity in the energy, infrastructure and oil and gas sectors. Ben Unaegbunam co-leads the team with Omolola Coker. Coker regularly advises private and public bodies, whether they be lenders, sponsors or borrowers, on different financing arrangements across various sectors of the economy.
Testimonials
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‘The team is highly skilful and knowledgeable with vast practice experience that they bring to bear in every transaction. They are committed to delivering value and great with their coordination and collaborative capacity.’
‘Sanford Mba is a great team player, with fantastic communication skills, with attention to detail. He makes great professional input to work and delivers with speed.’
Key clients
- Sterling Bank Plc
- Arve Limited
Work highlights
- Advised Africa Finance Corporation in connection with the transition from LIBOR as the benchmark rate to the SOFR.
- Providing legal advisory services to Arve Limited in connection with a debt facility to be provided by Jumia.