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Templars > The Legal 500 Rankings

Nigeria > Banking, finance and capital markets Tier 1

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.

Nigeria > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 1

Templars is highly regarded for its strength in M&A, and regularly represents clients in the financial services, fast-moving consumer goods and oil and gas sectors. Chike Obianwu has strong capabilities in financing matters, and Olumide Akpata advises local and international corporations on corporate compliance, governance, and restructuring issues. Ijeoma Uju advises multinational clients on foreign investment matters. Inam Wilson and Obianuju Ifebunandu are also singled out for their contributions.

Nigeria > Dispute resolution Tier 1

Templars garners praise for its 'expertise in alternative dispute resolution methods, pre-dispute advisory services, and litigation'. Practice head Adewale Atake is regularly instructed by banks, international corporations, and oil companies in a broad range of disputes. Tax litigation is a key area of strength for Godwin Omoaka, Sesan Sulaiman, and Igonikon Adekunle, while Orji Agwu Uka and Izuchukwu Ohajinwa are active in international arbitration. Commercial and public law litigator Stanley U. Nweke-Eze and Munachiso Michael are singled out for their contributions. Victor Igwe has left the firm.

Nigeria > Energy and natural resources Tier 1

With a solid track record in handling power and infrastructure project development matters, the practice at Templars is also well-regarded for its strength in advising on oil and gas matters and transactional work. The department is jointly led by Dayo Okusami and Yemisi Awonuga, who brings expertise in advising on matters in the domestic petroleum sector. Desmond Ogba handles infrastructure financing and renewable energy matters, while Abimbola Atitebi is instructed in dispute resolution mandates. Ifure Udofa and Temple Ezebuike are key names in the group.