Nigeria’s corporate law firms stand at the forefront of the nation’s economic transformation.
These legal powerhouses provide essential guidance on high-stakes transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, capital raising, and major infrastructure projects.
Their expertise helps both local businesses and international investors navigate Nigeria’s complex regulatory environment while maximizing opportunities in Africa’s largest market.
The success of these firms rests largely on their managing partners – accomplished legal minds who blend courtroom expertise with boardroom strategy.
From negotiating billion-dollar energy deals to structuring cross-border investments, Nigeria’s top legal professionals have earned global recognition for their work.
In this review, we examine ten standout managing partners whose vision and track record continue to elevate Nigeria’s legal industry.
Tominiyi Owolabi is the Managing Partner of the Olaniwun Ajayi LP. With over two decades of experience, he is widely regarded as one of the top lawyers globally in Project Finance and Mergers & Acquisitions, as recognised by Who’s Who Legal. His core expertise spans project finance, capital markets regulation, oil and gas financing, asset acquisition, and complex corporate transactions.
He has built a formidable reputation through his involvement in some of the largest and most intricate transactions across Nigeria’s key sectors, including energy, telecommunications, banking and finance, ICT, infrastructure development, and financial regulation. A recipient of the prestigious Eisenhower Fellowship for International Leadership (2011), Tominiyi brings a global perspective and local depth to every mandate he leads.
The company has advised notable clients including Amo Farms Sieberer Hatchery Limited, British International Investment plc, Mavin Global Holdings Limited, and Chapel Hill Advisory Partners Limited/Chapel Hill Denham Management Limited.
Tominiyi has acted for a wide range of clients, including Amo Farms Sieberer Hatchery Limited, British International Investment plc, Mavin Global Holdings Limited, and Chapel Hill Advisory Partners Limited/Chapel Hill Denham Management Limited. Notable recent work includes advising Amo Farms Sieberer Hatchery Limited in connection with a convertible loan investment of up to approximately $12 million by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.
Note: The individuals featured in this compilation have been carefully selected by a distinguished panel of editors, at Nairametrics. It is important to note that none of the individuals listed have solicited their inclusion. While this list aims to be comprehensive, it is by no means exhaustive; numerous other contributors have played a role in the advancement of Corporate Law practice in Nigeria. This compilation is exclusive to Nairametrics and may be updated periodically to reflect changes and advancements in the field. Feedback will be appreciated.
