Olu is a highly regarded Banking, Finance, and Investment Transactions Attorney with deep expertise in supporting institutional investors, entrepreneurs, and founders to navigate and close complex financing transactions. His areas of focus include international expansions, mergers & acquisitions, competition reviews, fund formation, legal due diligence, private equity and venture capital, project finance, public-private partnerships, structured finance, debt financings & technology transactions.
Widely recognized as an authority on venture capital and private equity transactions, Olu is a trusted advisor who combines strategic insight with meticulous execution to help clients achieve their financial and business goals. His ability to navigate intricate deal structures has made him a sought-after counsel for high-stakes transactions.
In addition to his legal practice, Olu serves as a board advisor to several tech companies, where his guidance shapes business strategies and fosters innovation.
Beyond his professional pursuits, Olu is deeply committed to helping men on their journey to self-discovery, offering guidance and support to foster personal growth and transformation.
Education
University of Lagos, LL.B.
Nigerian Law School, B.L.
University of Lagos, Nigeria, LL.M. (Corporate & Commercial Law)
University of Reading, U.K., LL.M. (International Banking Law & Financial Regulation)
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Advised and acted on behalf of multiple foreign investors on market entry reviews and foreign direct and portfolio investments in Nigeria.
Led several legal due diligence teams on behalf of lenders, investors and limited partners.
Advised and acted on behalf of multiple fintechs on the negotiation and closing of senior structured securitisation financings of over $250 million, from international investors.
Advised and acted on behalf of multiple tech companies and venture capital investors, in connection with the drafting, negotiation and closing of multiple venture capital investments, including Series A & B Financings.
Advised and acted on behalf of multiple international lenders in connection with the drafting, negotiation of standard loan documentation and the closing several debt financing transactions facing local financial institutions, aviation and oil & gas firms.
Advised and acted on behalf of multiple fintechs on the negotiation and closing of multi-billion Naira working capital facilities and debt financing transactions from local banks.
Advised and acted on behalf of multiple private equity firms and strategic investors in connection with the acquisition of equity interests in Nigerian companies specifically, in the financial services, construction, manufacturing and energy sectors.
Advised and acted on behalf of multiple promoters in connection with public private partnership transactions & concessions, in the real estate, healthcare, oil & gas, ports and transport sectors.
Advised and acted on behalf of multiple energy pipeline companies in connection with development of local and international pipelines and the drafting of International Project Agreements, regulatory licensing as well as in connection with the drafting of all related commercial and tariff agreements.
Advised and acted on behalf of multiple independent power project promoters in the power sector in connection with project development, bankability reviews, debt financings, regulatory licensing as well as in connection with the drafting of all related commercial agreements.
Memberships/Certifications
Nigerian Bar Association (“NBA“)
NBA Section on Business Law
Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, UK
Professional Evaluation & Certification Board, Canada
British Nigeria Law Forum
Compliance Institute, Nigeria
Intellectual Property Law Association of Nigeria
Business Recovery and Insolvency Practitioners Association of Nigeria
Nigerian Gas Association
Fintech Association of Nigeria
Institute of Chartered Mediators & Conciliators