Foundation Chambers is praised by clients for its ‘strong expertise and good knowledge of the industry’, and is led by a trio of experienced individuals Luke Chidi Ilogu, SAN, Mojisola Jaiye-Gbenle, and Adedamola Kikiowo. Ilogu has longstanding experience in maritime law and arbitration, Gbenle specialises in sale and purchase, collisions, and charter party agreements, while Kikiowo focuses on marine insurance law and international trade.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The practice's uniqueness is its connection to global trade which is key to every business and individual. The firm portrays a strong competence in this industry and in addition the newsletters show their concern to inform clients on changes and how it affects the day-to-day transactions of a company.’
- ‘Strong expertise and good knowledge of the industry. I love the quick response to situations and request for legal opinion. Mojisola Jaiye-Gbenle has strong knowledge of the industry.'
- ‘The team is very responsive and the quality of legal advice received in the area of demurrage recovery and maritime claims is good.’
- ‘The individuals are committed to quality service delivery. Adedamola Kikiowo, one of the partners, stands out for good client relations.’
- ‘Attention to detail, commitment to deliver quality service, and highly innovative. Highly trained and qualified staff.’
Key clients
- Tin-Can Island Container Terminal Ltd
- Lagos and Niger Shipping Agencies Ltd
- Africa Global Logistics & Transport Nigeria Limited
- West African Ventures Limited
- Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA)
Work highlights
Advised Mocho SA on a US$6,200,000 (six million two hundred thousand united states dollar) claim in respect of an alleged failure to deliver 1,574.93 and 3,150.13 Metric Tonnes of Base Oil filed by, Taurus Oil & Gas Limited, filed before the Lower Court (Federal High Court).
Representing Alraine Shipping Agencies Nigeria Ltd and a coalition of shipping companies in a landmark appeal before the Supreme Court of Nigeria (SC/1003/2017), challenging the Nigerian Shippers’ Council’s authority to act as the economic regulator of Nigerian ports.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Luke Chidi Ilogu, SAN; Mojisola Jaiye-Gbenle; Adedamola Kikiowo