Nigeria's capital market continues to evolve, playing a critical role in capital formation and economic development. Babalakin & Co.'s Capital Markets practice sits at the heart of this ecosystem, offering expert legal support tailored to the needs of diverse market participants, from first-time issuers to seasoned institutional players.
We provide strategic counsel to issuers, issuing houses, trustees, custodians and other stakeholders across a wide array of transactions. Our capital markets lawyers in Nigeria advise on equity and debt issuances, asset-backed securities, commodities, derivatives, structured finance, ESG-focused instruments and Shariah-compliant products.
Our capital markets team advises on the full range of public and private market transactions, including:
The Nigerian capital market is regulated principally by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), within the framework of the Investments and Securities Act. Successful transactions demand the ability to structure, negotiate and document instruments in a regulatory environment that is both dynamic and detail-intensive.
Our strength lies in drawing on deep market knowledge and insights from related practice areas, including banking, tax and private equity, to deliver seamless, commercially viable solutions. This integrated approach helps clients bring instruments to market efficiently while satisfying regulatory expectations.
Related practices: Banking & Finance, Private Equity, Taxation.
Mabel Okereke
mekeke@babalakinandco.com