Folasade Olusanya

Fola has played a pivotal role in Nigeria's most significant transactions, including major sovereign loan agreements, telecom restructurings, and landmark infrastructure and privatisation projects. Clients she advises include global companies like Schlumberger and Baker Hughes, as well as governments, development finance institutions, and private investors. Fola's strength lies in simplifying complex legal issues into practical, strategic solutions, making her a go-to advisor for complex M&A, real estate finance, and capital market transactions.

Folasade Olusanya is a highly sought-after advisor for cross-border transactions and infrastructure development. She has played a pivotal role in notable deals, such as the EMTS (Etisalat - a deal that was shortlisted for IFLR’s inaugural Sub-Saharan Africa Award) debt restructuring and the Lagos State Government's bond issuance program. Clients value her technical expertise and ability to partner with them throughout their business journey. One client noted, "Folasade goes beyond the call of duty - she is more than a legal adviser; she is a real partner to the business." Chambers Global describes her as "a very hands-on lawyer" with extensive experience.

Fola has shaped Nigeria's legal framework, contributing to landmark laws like the Companies and Allied Matters Act 2020 and the Business Facilitation Act 2023. She has worked with the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council to drive business-friendly reforms. A registered Sponsored Individual with the SEC, Fola has served on key committees and is a respected member of several professional bodies.

Recognized by leading directories like Chambers and IFLR1000, Fola was named an IFLR1000 Women Leader in 2022 and won the International Law Office Client Choice Award for M&A in Nigeria in 2017. Beyond her legal expertise, she is a visionary leader who mentors young lawyers and advocates for diversity, equity, and inclusion. Fola is a strategist, dealmaker, and trusted partner in shaping Nigeria's legal and economic future.