Oghogho Makinde
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Oghogho has been described by Chambers Global as a lawyer who “not only works well under pressure but is spot-on when it comes to finding solutions”. Clients appreciate the support she provides and her knowledge of the Nigerian market, as well as her calm demeanour.
In Chambers Global 2021, Oghogho is recognised for her "hands-on involvement in transactions." She is singled out by sources for her "deep knowledge of the oil, gas, and power sector," as well as for being "committed, having a consistently high-quality service and speed of response and customer care." She features prominently on offshore joint ventures, compliance matters, and various energy-related partnerships and project structuring matters.
Oghogho is head of the Business Advisory Unit and a key member of the firm’s Banking and Project Finance, and Energy and Natural Resources practices. She advises on banking, commercial and secured credit transactions, oil and gas project finance, infrastructure finance/PPP arrangements, exploration and production (E&P) restructurings, company formations and restructuring, all Nigerian statutory and regulatory compliance matters, licensing, permits and corporate governance issues.
Oghogho has, over the years, advised on high value transactions in diverse sectors, including advising on financing arrangements for projects in the oil and gas, healthcare, hotel and hospitality, and manufacturing sectors. As head of the Business Advisory Unit, Oghogho coordinates corporate advice, regulatory compliance and permitting, and establishment of local subsidiaries for various multinational entities.
Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria