NIGERIA Law and Practice Contributed by: Ben Unaegbunam, Omolola Coker, Sanford Mba, Promise Osimhen, Chidera Chikere and Oluwaseun Denagan, Dentons ACAS-Law (Adepetun, Caxton-Martins, Agbor & Segun)
Dentons ACAS-Law (Adepetun, Caxton-Martins, Agbor & Segun) was established in 1991 and of - fers a comprehensive range of legal services to its diverse clientele. The firm’s Financial Services team is a leading practice in banking and finance, with a track record in structuring and executing complex fi- nancings across Nigeria’s petroleum, infrastructure, and power sectors. The team advises on corporate finance, acquisition finance, trade finance, asset fi- nance, and large-scale infrastructure and project fi- nance, including renewable energy projects such as solar, wind, hydro, and biomass. A significant part of the practice is dedicated to debt restructuring and
refinancing, where the team works closely with lend- ers, guarantors, and advisers to provide solutions to financing needs. Their experience spans evaluating restructuring options, preparing transaction docu- ments, and providing ongoing legal support to ensure smooth execution. By embedding themselves in cli- ent operations and maintaining a strong understand- ing of commercial drivers, the team delivers precise, business-focused advice that enables efficient deal structuring, risk mitigation, financial regulatory in- sights and successful project delivery in Nigeria’s dy- namic energy market.
Authors
Ben Unaegbunam is a partner in Dentons ACAS-Law’s Lagos office, in the Corporate and Commercial Practice Group. He specialises in infrastructure and project finance, M&A, real estate and property law,
interests and unlock value in complex regulatory and economic environments. Her combination of technical expertise, client responsiveness, and transaction leadership has earned her the trust of lenders, sponsors, borrowers and development finance institutions, solidifying her reputation as a pre-eminent practitioner in Nigeria’s banking and finance sector.
foreign investment, restructuring, taxation, and employment law. His experience includes advising on large-scale infrastructure and private sector projects, handling due diligence, regulatory and tax issues, and securing necessary consents and permits. Ben has advised clients in high-value acquisitions, corporate restructuring, concessional and concession transactions, and real estate developments. He is known for his skill in navigating regulatory frameworks and structuring deals to resolve legal, commercial, and operational risks.
Sanford Mba co-leads the Financial Services Practice Group at Dentons ACAS-Law. He is recognised for his expertise in handling technically complex, high-value mandates. He advises across key sectors such as
fintech, infrastructure, and capital markets, with a strong focus on cross-border transactions and regulatory-driven financings. Known for his precision, commercial awareness, and ability to co-ordinate across multiple jurisdictions, Sanford consistently provides strategic guidance on lender protections, regulatory compliance, and transaction structuring. His growing reputation as a trusted adviser to development finance institutions, private credit funds, and sponsors underscores his position as a leading practitioner in Nigeria’s banking and finance space.
Omolola Coker co-leads the Financial Services Practice Group at Dentons ACAS-Law, and is recognised for her exceptional leadership in banking, finance and energy-related projects. She steers the firm’s most significant
financing, consistently providing strategic direction and oversight. Renowned for her ability to bridge legal and commercial considerations, Omolola delivers innovative solutions that protect client
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