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Jackson, Etti & Edu

Jackson, Etti & Edu

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Nigeria

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Banking, finance and capital markets

The banking, finance, and capital markets practice at Jackson, Etti & Edu is retained by domestic and international financial institutions for a wide array of transactions and is led by a trio of professionals Taiwo Adeshina, Adekunle Soyibo, and Folasade Olusanya ,and Adeshina has experience in advising on complex transactions in the infrastructure and energy space, Soyibo is knowledgeable in trade finance investments, and Olusanya specialises in venture capital and financial regulatory compliance. Another notable member of the team is Okey Nnebedum.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘What makes the JEE team unique is how practical and approachable they are. They don’t just give us the legal answer — they take the time to understand the commercial realities behind it, which makes their advice much easier to apply. I’ve found them to be very responsive, collaborative, and willing to adapt to how we work, rather than forcing us into a rigid structure.'
  • ‘Okey Nnebedum has displayed a consistent approach to resolving issues over the years. He demonstrates problem-solving skills which ensures that all parties to a financing transaction are in a win-win position. Okey is detailed and has vast experience in the Nigerian secured financing space. ’
  • ‘The individuals I’ve worked with really stand out for their availability. They are clear communicators, always prepared, and not afraid to give a straight answer when it’s needed. I value the way they stay calm under pressure and still manage to keep things moving forward.'

Key clients

  • FBN Quest Trustees Limited
  • Rand Merchant Bank Nigeria Limited
  • Bank of Africa
  • Sahel Capital
  • Credit Immobilier et Hotelier
  • African Global Trade Finance
  • Stanbic IBTC Infrastructure Fund
  • African Development Bank
  • Stanbic IBTC Capital

Work highlights

Advised Stanbic IBTC Infrastructure Fund on the senior debt N20b term loan facility to SIFAX Shipping ICT Limited, a fully owned subsidiary of Sifax Group of Companies Limited.
Advised Africa Global Trade Finance, a non-bank financial institution in connection with a USD 5 million uncommitted revolving trade facility to a Nigerian company to finance pre-shipment and post-shipment export of agricultural products.
Acting as solicitors to FBN Quest Trustees as security trustee regarding the facility of NGN5 billion advanced by Union Bank to a Borrower in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods sector.
Practice head

Taiwo Adeshina; Adekunle Soyibo; Folasade Olusanya

Other key lawyers

Okey Nnebedum

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