With an excellent track record in advising on infrastructure matters relating to power plants, ports, and railways, the practice at AELEX is often instructed by investors in domestic energy transactions. With over four decades of experience, Soji Awogbade leads the team and has established expertise in advising clients on the development, distribution, transmission and distribution of gas and power. Olusina Sipasi and Raymond Ofagbor are key names for handling project finance and environmental issues, and Temiloluwa Fakolade brings expertise in assisting with large energy-focused transactions. Wendy Nwogu is also highlighted.

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Key clients

  • Federal Ministry of Power
  • Lekoil Limited
  • All Grace Energy Nigeria Limited
  • Channeldrill Resources Limited
  • ADDAX Petroleum
  • CNOOC
  • Shelf Drilling
  • Groupe TCA Internationale SA
  • Mobil Petroleum Nigeria (Unlimited)
  • Shell Nigeria Exploration & Production Company Limited
  • Blue Power Energy
  • Modandola Group
  • Honeywell Group Limited
  • SDP Services Limited
  • Rusal
  • Dangote Oil Refining Company Ltd
  • GZ Industries Limited
  • Iron Horse Real Estate Limited
  • Thome Group

Lawyers

Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Soji Awogbade

Other key lawyers

Olusina Sipasi, Raymond Ofagbor, Temiloluwa Fakolade, Wendy Nwogu, Merit Okafor