Babalakin & Co. understands the complexities of the construction industry, particularly in an environment facing a significant infrastructure deficit and requiring massive investment. Infrastructure is the foundation of any thriving economy, and a reliable network is key to industrial growth, commerce and trade. Our Infrastructure and Construction team, headed by senior partner Dr. Bolanle Babalakin, SAN, is equipped to address these complexities and mitigate foreseeable risk.
Over the years, we have garnered deep experience handling infrastructure transactions, working with the Federal Government and several State Governments to conceptualise projects that support Nigeria's development. We negotiated, documented and handled all regulatory compliance for the concession and ancillary agreements for the Murtala Mohammed Airport Terminal 2 (MMA2), the first Nigerian public infrastructure operated under a Build, Operate and Transfer (BOT) arrangement, and negotiated the concession of the first and longest Federal highway in Nigeria.
We offer comprehensive support across the planning, financing, construction and operation of infrastructure projects, including:
Infrastructure delivery in Nigeria sits at the intersection of public procurement law, concession and PPP frameworks, environmental regulation and complex financing. Projects often involve government counterparties, multiple lenders and international engineering firms, each with distinct risk appetites.
Our experience on landmark projects such as MMA2 means we can create workable roadmaps for the planning, financing, construction and operation of infrastructure, transforming complex regulation into clear, actionable strategy for owners, developers, investors, contractors and governments alike.
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Dr. Bolanle Babalakin, SAN
bob@babalakinandco.com