Energy Law Firm | Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt | Aluko & Oyebode

The energy and natural resources industry is central to Nigeria’s economy. Oil and gas production comprise approximately 35 per cent of Nigeria’s gross domestic product and about 90 per cent of total exports revenue, according to the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Companies (OPEC). With a rapidly expanding population, Nigeria is also turning to renewable energy to bring power to its urban and rural communities and to diversify its energy sources. The country is investing in electricity, solar power projects and hydropower, as the demand for energy by 2020 will almost double from current levels.

Nigerian and international companies are seeking to capitalise on our rich natural resources and expanding business opportunities. The energy market is constantly evolving, and our experienced, award-winning and full-service team of energy lawyers represent multiple companies and other organisations which explore and develop these resources. Over 35 years of aggregate expertise and experience, ensures that we are well-versed and deeply knowledgeable in the entire breadth of the energy sector, including oil and gas law; power projects and solid minerals — as well as renewable energy.

Our robust understanding of the commercial and regulatory issues in the energy and natural resources industry is unparalleled, and we are a preeminent energy and natural resources law firm in Nigeria. Our expertise in the energy and natural resources area includes:

Legal framework and environmental
Litigation, dispute resolution, arbitration, and mediation
Awards, grants and assets acquisitions (advisory and financing)
Negotiating and drafting industry commercial agreements
Regulatory and compliance
Reserves-based lending
Structured products and foreign investment advisory services
Oil and gas tax advisory
Term and CapEx financing

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