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Comprehensive legal expertise in energy transactions, mining operations, and maritime commerce with deep regulatory knowledge and international best practices.
Our Energy, Mining and Maritime Law practice represents a cornerstone of Nigeria's natural resources and maritime economy, providing sophisticated legal services across the entire spectrum of energy development, mining operations, and maritime commerce. With Nigeria being Africa's largest oil producer and a significant player in global maritime trade, our practice combines deep local expertise with international best practices to serve multinational corporations, indigenous companies, and government entities.
We maintain strategic relationships with key regulatory bodies including the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR), Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), and Ministry of Solid Minerals Development. Our team's extensive experience spans upstream and downstream oil & gas operations, renewable energy projects, solid minerals exploration, and all aspects of maritime law.
Our oil and gas practice is one of Nigeria's most comprehensive, covering all aspects of petroleum operations from exploration and production to refining and distribution.
Oil mining leases, exploration licenses, production sharing contracts, and joint venture agreements with NNPC.
Deepwater drilling contracts, offshore platform agreements, and subsea infrastructure development.
International oil company partnerships, farm-in and farm-out agreements, and joint operating agreements.
Petroleum Industry Act compliance, royalty arrangements, and petroleum profit tax optimization.
Pipeline construction agreements, right-of-way acquisitions, and transportation tariff arrangements.
Refinery construction and operation, petrochemical plant development, and product supply agreements.
Gas processing facilities, distribution networks, and domestic gas supply obligations.
Petroleum product marketing licenses, retail station agreements, and distribution arrangements.
Nigeria's commitment to renewable energy and carbon neutrality by 2060 creates significant opportunities for clean energy development. We provide comprehensive legal support for renewable energy projects across all technologies.
Solar farm development, rooftop installations, and utility-scale photovoltaic projects.
Onshore and offshore wind projects, wind farm construction, and power purchase agreements.
Small and large-scale hydroelectric projects, dam construction, and water rights arrangements.
Biomass power plants, biofuel production facilities, and waste-to-energy projects.
Battery storage systems, grid stabilization projects, and energy storage financing.
Long-term power purchase contracts, grid connection agreements, and renewable energy certificates.
Nigeria's vast mineral resources including tin, coal, limestone, gold, and other precious metals present significant opportunities for mining investment and development.
Exploration licenses, mining leases, small-scale mining permits, and quarry licenses.
Geological surveys, exploration agreements, and mineral resource assessments.
Mine development, equipment financing, and operational compliance frameworks.
Gold mining operations, gemstone extraction, and precious metals trading.
Limestone, coal, tin, and other industrial mineral extraction and processing.
Project finance for mining operations, equipment leasing, and mineral resource financing.
Nigeria's extensive coastline and position as West Africa's largest economy make it a crucial maritime hub. Our maritime practice covers all aspects of shipping, ports, and marine commerce.
Nigerian flag registration, vessel documentation, and maritime safety compliance.
Time charters, voyage charters, bareboat charters, and shipping contract negotiations.
Hull and machinery insurance, cargo insurance, and protection & indemnity coverage.
Maritime collision disputes, salvage operations, and general average claims.
Port terminal concessions, cargo handling agreements, and port infrastructure development.
Bills of lading, cargo handling, stevedoring agreements, and warehouse operations.
Offshore support vessels, marine construction, and subsea services.
Anti-piracy measures, maritime security services, and coastal protection.
Our team maintains comprehensive expertise across Nigeria's complex energy, mining, and maritime regulatory environment.
Oil and gas operations, joint ventures, and petroleum development.
Petroleum regulations, licensing, and technical compliance.
Mining licenses, mineral exploration, and mining operations.
Maritime safety, ship registration, and maritime security.
Power generation, transmission, and distribution regulations.
Electricity market regulation and power sector licensing.
Environmental and social responsibility is integral to modern energy, mining, and maritime operations. We provide comprehensive ESG compliance support.
EIA preparation, environmental permits, and regulatory compliance frameworks.
Host community agreements, social investment programs, and stakeholder engagement.
Land acquisition procedures, compensation arrangements, and resettlement programs.
Pollution cleanup, environmental restoration, and remediation financing.
Carbon credit development, emissions trading, and climate finance mechanisms.
ESG reporting frameworks, sustainability audits, and corporate responsibility programs.
Our practice extends to cross-border energy, mining, and maritime transactions, supporting international investment and trade.
International oil company investments, mining joint ventures, and foreign direct investment.
Energy disputes, mining conflicts, and maritime arbitration proceedings.
International energy trading, cross-border pipelines, and regional power projects.
Commodity trading finance, export credit facilities, and international trade arrangements.
Our integrated approach to energy, mining, and maritime law provides clients with comprehensive legal solutions across Nigeria's most important economic sectors. We combine deep industry knowledge with practical commercial experience to deliver strategic advice that drives business success while ensuring regulatory compliance and environmental responsibility.
Our Energy, Mining and Maritime Law practice is recognized as a leader in Nigeria's natural resources and maritime sectors, with extensive experience in landmark transactions and regulatory developments.