Templars‘ ’proactive and experienced’ dispute resolution team has been involved in significant cases in the Nigerian oil and gas sector. The team has represented local and international investors against private corporations and public bodies, including the Federal Government of Nigeria. Beyond notable activity in the energy sector, the team is experienced in handling disputes relating to shipping, telecoms and real estate. The experienced Adewale Atake, SAN leads the team and is supported by two other Senior Advocates of Nigeria: Godwin Omoaka, SAN and Inam Wilson, SAN, as well as the talented associate, Stanley U. Nweke-Eze.
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‘Their professionalism, responsiveness, accessibility, analytical and other skills, tenacity and doggedness make them stand out. Templars is a firm of first recourse.’
- ‘They are very detail-oriented and quick on their feet. I particularly like the fact that they are accessible and available at even the oddest of times. In coming up with out-of-the-box solutions, the firm engages us to fully understand the issues and advise us of potential outcomes.’
‘We work closely with Godwin Omoaka, SAN. Godwin's exceptional ability to analyse issues and calmly explain distinguishing points from precedent sets him apart from others. His calmness in the exercise of his advocacy skills in the courtroom is also an asset to his clients. ’
‘The team is proactive, experienced and was able to provide much-needed support to the company at crucial times.’
- 'Godwin Omoaka is excellent: he delivers high quality, speedy work product that is useable and client-friendly.'
- 'The practice is very unique, embracing the use of technology and diversity.'
Key clients
- The Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria /Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Limited
- TotalEnergies E & P Nigeria Limited
- Upstream S.A.
- Nigeria LNG Limited
- Nokia Solutions and Networks Nigeria Limited
- Equinor Nigeria Energy Company Limited
- South Atlantic Petroleum Limited (SAPETRO)
- Indorama Eleme Petrochemicals Ltd/Indorama Eleme Fertilizers & Chemicals Limited
- Google LLC
- Korea National Oil Corporation/KNOC Nigerian West Oil Company Limited/KNOC Nigerian East Oil Company Limited
Work highlights
Representing Korea National Oil Corporation and its Nigerian subsidiaries in an arbitration against the Federal Republic of Nigeria arising from alleged breaches of an investment agreement between KNOC and Nigeria regarding oil and gas exploration and production activities.
Representing an IOC and its shareholders in $1.3bn arbitration proceedings pursuant to a joint operating agreement, commenced by a state-affiliated entity and arising from a proposed sale of equity in Nigeria’s energy sector.
Representing Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited in a suit filed at the Federal High Court for the enforcement of an arbitration clause under a gas sale and purchase agreement in connection with ac$20m claim.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Godwin Omoaka, SAN
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Stanley U. Nweke-Eze
Practice head
Adewale Atake SAN
Other key lawyers
Godwin Omoaka, SAN; Inam Wilson, SAN; Stanley U. Nweke-Eze