Standard Chartered Tops M&A Rankings in West Africa

Standard Chartered has been awarded the top position in the mergers and acquisitions category at the DealMakers Africa annual gala held in Lagos. This recognition highlights the bank's strong execution capabilities and its influential role in the West African deal-making landscape.

The ranking is based primarily on deal value volume, reflecting the bank's ongoing investment in the region and its expertise in supporting clients with complex financial transactions. Yemisi Deji-Bejid, Managing Director and Head of Mergers and Acquisitions for Africa at Standard Chartered, noted that the award is a testament to the dedication and performance of the bank's team.

The DealMakers Africa awards, first introduced in South Africa in 2000 and expanded across the continent in 2008, are widely regarded as benchmarks for excellence in financial advisory services. The rigorous review process for the awards considers transaction size, volume, and the complexity of deals.