Centurion Law Group (

is delighted to announce its successful role in advising Oranto Petroleum Limited (“Oranto”) on the renewal of its oil exploration license in Uganda.

The Ugandan government has granted Oranto a two-year extension for its activities in the Ngassa Deep and Ngassa Shallow exploration areas, effective from December 2023.

This renewal permits Oranto to proceed with its exploration and appraisal drilling in these promising regions.

Oranto Petroleum, an oil and gas company based in Nigeria, has been managing these blocks since 2017.

The license renewal underscores Oranto's ongoing dedication to the exploration and development of Uganda's oil and gas resources.

The Centurion team, spearheaded by Zion Adeoye (Partner) and Gari Matarirano (Senior Counsel), delivered expert legal and advisory services throughout the negotiation process for the license renewal with the Ugandan government.

Their extensive knowledge in energy law and the African oil and gas landscape played a crucial role in this successful outcome.

Operating in: Uganda and East Africa

This achievement further establishes Centurion Law Group's reputation as a premier legal advisor in the African energy sector, demonstrating its commitment to aiding clients in their efforts to harness Africa’s energy potential.

This announcement is distributed by APO Group on behalf of Centurion Law Group.