Foundation Chambers > Lagos, Nigeria > Firm Profile
Foundation Chambers Offices
7th Floor, Architecht’s Place
2 Idowu Taylor Street, PO Box 70611, Victoria Island
LAGOS
Nigeria
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Foundation Chambers > The Legal 500 Rankings
Nigeria > Shipping and transport Tier 2
Foundation Chambers garners praise for its 'specialist maritime and commercial expertise'. Chidi Ilogu stands out as a ‘leading specialist maritime and commercial arbitration practitioner in Nigeria', and Adedamola Kikiowo fields expertise in advising on breach of admiralty contracts and demurrage issues. Mojisola Jaiye-Gbenle's practice includes assisting with cargo claims, charter party agreements, international trade, and ship registration matters. ESG compliance is another key area of instruction for the practice. Kashimana Tsumba has left the firm.Practice head(s):
Chidi Ilogu; Mojisola Jaiye-Gbenle; Adedamola Kikiowo
Testimonials
‘Led by the legendary Chidi Ilogu, the team offers specialist maritime and commercial expertise.’
‘Chidi Ilogu is a leading specialist maritime and commercial arbitration practitioner in Nigeria.’
‘Good communication, collaboration, active listening, and good leadership.’
‘Prompt response to any case a high level of legal knowledge, and they are passionate.’
‘Highly committed and professional.’
Key clients
Tin-can Island Container Terminal Ltd
Lagos and Niger Shipping Agencies Ltd
CMA CGM Nigeria Shipping Ltd
Africa Global Logistics & Transport Nigeria Limited
Nigerian Ports Authority
OES Energy Services Limited
Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency
Ports & Cargo Handling Services Ltd
West African Ventures Limited
Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria
Association of Shipping Line Agencies of Nigeria
ENL Consortium Limited
Alraine Shipping Agencies Nigeria Ltd
Association of Nigeria Licensed Customs Agents (Kano Chapter)
Nigerian Content Development Monitoring Board
Seaport Terminal Operators Association of Nigeria
Work highlights
- Acted for the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) on the review and drafting of the Merchant Shipping Act.
- Advised Mocho SA on a US$6,200,000 claim in respect of an alleged failure to deliver base oil, brought by Taurus Oil & Gas Limited.
- Advised ENL Consortium Ltd on the renewal of a 25-year port concession agreement.
Foundation Chambers > Firm Profile
The firm:Â Foundation Chambers is a specialised firm committed to high ethical standards in the provision of integrated legal services mainly to the maritime, aviation and oil and gas industries.
The firm was established in 1999 by Mr Luke Chukwudi Ilogu, SAN who was formerly a partner in the law firm of Abuka, Ajegbo, Ilogu & Nwaogu (AAIN), one of the foremost corporate law firms in Nigeria at the time.
Foundation Chambers commenced operations in September 1999 and specialises in international transportation law with competences in maritime, shipping, international trade, aviation and related areas. Currently, there are seven fee-earners in the practice and eight dedicated support staff.
The vision of the firm is to practice law with the highest Christian and ethical standards, providing quality services to its select clientele. To this end, the firm consists of practitioners with varied competences in its main areas of practice. Its core values are: integrity, diligence and excellence in service.
Areas of practice
International transportation: this department advises on all aspects of shipping and aviation law including: admiralty; shipping; carriage by sea; cargo claims; ship chartering; ship sale and purchase; ship financing and ship mortgages; cabotage compliance services; P&I clubs; marine insurance; maritime consultancy; legislative drafting; passenger/cargo claims; port terminal operations; wet and dry leasing of aircraft; aviation insurance; civil aviation compliance; carriage conventions; and consultancy services.
Oil and gas: this department advises on all aspects of oil and gas laws including: exploration and production contracts; promotion of oil and gas joint ventures; petroleum refinery; tanker operations and support services; local content services; industry health and safety issues; oil and gas project finance; and renewable energy and climate change
Corporate and commercial: this department handles all aspects of: corporate and commercial law; labour and tax law; project and asset finance; international trade and documentary credits; telecommunications; and company secretarial services.
Litigation/alternative dispute resolution (ADR): the firm also undertakes litigation, mediation and arbitration relating to its areas of practice.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Admiralty | Luke Chidi Ilogu (SAN) | c.ilogu@foundationchambers.com | |
Admiralty | Mojisola Jaiye-Gbenle | m.jaiye-gbenle@foundationchambers.com | |
Admiralty | Joseph Amadi | j.amadi@foundationchambers.com | |
Admiralty | Kashimana Tsumba | k.tsumba@foundationchambers.com | |
Arbitration | Luke Chidi Ilogu (SAN) | c.ilogu@foundationchambers.com | |
Arbitration | Kashimana Tsumba | k.tsumba@foundationchambers.com | |
Arbitration | Mojisola Jaiye-Gbenle | m.jaiye-gbenle@foundationchambers.com | |
Aviation | Luke Chidi Ilogu (SAN) | c.ilogu@foundationchambers.com | |
Aviation | Kashimana Tsumba | k.tsumba@foundationchambers.com | |
Aviation | Juliana Okeke | J.okeke@foundationchambers.com | |
Aviation | Paul Adetipe | p.adetipe@foundationchambers.com | |
Aviation | Joseph Amadi | j.amadi@foundationchambers.com | |
Aviation | Adedamola Kikiowo | a.kikiowo@foundationchambers.com | |
Capital market operations | Juliana Okeke | J.okeke@foundationchambers.com | |
Capital market operations | Paul Adetipe | p.adetipe@foundationchambers.com | |
Capital market operations | Kashimana Tsumba | k.tsumba@foundationchambers.com | |
Commercial and corporate transactions | Juliana Okeke | J.okeke@foundationchambers.com | |
Commercial and corporate transactions | Paul Adetipe | p.adetipe@foundationchambers.com | |
Commercial and corporate transactions | Mojisola Jaiye-Gbenle | m.jaiye-gbenle@foundationchambers.com | |
Company secretarial services | Kashimana Tsumba | k.tsumba@foundationchambers.com | |
Company secretarial services | Juliana Okeke | J.okeke@foundationchambers.com | |
Company secretarial services | Paul Adetipe | p.adetipe@foundationchambers.com | |
Maritime consultancy | Luke Chidi Ilogu (SAN) | c.ilogu@foundationchambers.com | |
Maritime consultancy | Mojisola Jaiye-Gbenle | m.jaiye-gbenle@foundationchambers.com | |
Maritime consultancy | Kashimana Tsumba | k.tsumba@foundationchambers.com | |
Marine and aviation insurance | Luke Chidi Ilogu (SAN) | c.ilogu@foundationchambers.com | |
Marine and aviation insurance | Kashimana Tsumba | k.tsumba@foundationchambers.com | |
Marine and aviation insurance | Mojisola Jaiye-Gbenle | m.jaiye-gbenle@foundationchambers.com | |
Oil and gas | Luke Chidi Ilogu (SAN) | c.ilogu@foundationchambers.com | |
Oil and gas | Joseph Amadi | j.amadi@foundationchambers.com | |
Oil and gas | Adedamola Kikiowo | a.kikiowo@foundationchambers.com | |
Ship financing and chartering | Luke Chidi Ilogu (SAN) | c.ilogu@foundationchambers.com | |
Ship financing and chartering | Kashimana Tsumba | k.tsumba@foundationchambers.com | |
Ship financing and chartering | Joseph Amadi | j.amadi@foundationchambers.com | |
Ship financing and chartering | Adedamola Kikiowo | a.kikiowo@foundationchambers.com |
Lawyer Profiles
Photo | Name | Position | Profile |
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Mr Luke Chidi Ilogu | Mr. L. Chidi Ilogu (SAN) is the Senior Partner of Foundation Chambers, a… | View Profile | |
Mrs Mojisola Jaiye-Gbenle | Senior Counsel | View Profile | |
Mr Adedamola Kikiowo | Counsel I | View Profile | |
Ms Kashimana Tsumba | Partner | View Profile |
Staff Figures
Number of lawyers : 7 Number of Admin Staff : 8Languages
English FrenchMemberships
Nigerian Bar Association Chartered Insitute of Arbitrators Centre for Petroleum Information International Bar Association Maritime Arbitrators Association of Nigeria Nigerian Chamber of Shipping Nigerian Maritime Law Association Capital Market Solicitors Association of Nigeria Association of International Petroleum NegotiatorsOther
Other offices : Abuja* Other offices : Port Harcourt*- Shipping and transport