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Dolapo Kukoyi

Investor

Investor at Rising Tide Africa (RTA)

Hemel Hempstead, England, United Kingdom

About

Dolapo Kukoyi is an energy and infrastructure advisor with two decades of experience working with governments, institutions, and businesses across Africa. He founded Open Spaces and Bridges Advisory, a strategic advisory firm focused on energy and infrastructure project development and financing in Africa and emerging markets, and established AFARA, an accelerator supporting female African entrepreneurs in the energy and infrastructure sectors. His background includes transaction law experience on energy and infrastructure deals exceeding $100 billion in value, senior consulting roles with organizations including GIZ and the African Climate Foundation, and board positions at companies including Kowry Energy, Durandel, and Arctic Infrastructure.

Experience

  1. Open Spaces and Bridges AdvisoryFounder & Lead Advisor Open Spaces and Bridges Advisorycurrent2025 β€” presentLondon and Lagos
  2. Detail Commercial SolicitorsCo- Managing Partner Detail Commercial Solicitors2024 β€” 2025Nigeria
  3. Detail Commercial SolicitorsManaging Partner2005 β€” 2024Lagos, Nigeria

Skills & more

Corporate& Commercial Transactions12Power11Energy11Infrastructure2Oil & Gas2Intellectual Property39Power Generation2Technology2Project Finance4Legal Advice30Corporate Law32Capital Markets2
+12 moreLegal ResearchEntertainment LawReal Estate & ConstructionJoint VenturesDispute ResolutionLegal WritingContract NegotiationStrategic PlanningBusiness StrategyCorporate GovernanceDue DiligenceMergers & Acquisitions

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Dolapo Kukoyi?
Dolapo Kukoyi is an energy and infrastructure advisor with two decades of experience working with governments, institutions, and businesses across Africa. He founded Open Spaces and Bridges Advisory, a strategic advisory firm focused on energy and infrastructure project development and financing in Africa and emerging markets, and established AFARA, an accelerator supporting female African entrepreneurs in the energy and infrastructure sectors. His background includes transaction law experience on energy and infrastructure deals exceeding $100 billion in value, senior consulting roles with organizations including GIZ and the African Climate Foundation, and board positions at companies including Kowry Energy, Durandel, and Arctic Infrastructure.
Where does Dolapo Kukoyi work?
Dolapo Kukoyi is at Rising Tide Africa (RTA).
Where did Dolapo Kukoyi go to school?
Dolapo Kukoyi studied at University of Ibadan (Bachelor of Laws (LLB), Law); Nigerian Law School (Barrister at Law (BL)).

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