Standard Chartered has been ranked as the number one Mergers and Acquisitions financial adviser by deal value in West Africa, underscoring its strong execution capabilities and growing influence in the region’s dealmaking landscape.
The ranking was announced at the DealMakers Africa Annual Gala Awards held in Lagos, where the bank emerged ahead of other leading global and regional institutions in the M&A financial adviser category.
The event brought together leading dealmakers, advisory firms, and key stakeholders across the corporate finance ecosystem to celebrate outstanding performance in mergers and acquisitions and broader financial advisory activities over the past year.
Standard Chartered’s top position reflects its continued investment in regional expertise and its role in supporting clients through complex financial transactions across West Africa.
Reacting to the recognition, the bank described the award as a testament to the dedication and performance of its team, noting that the rankings were based primarily on deal value and volume.
“We are thrilled to be recognised as the number one M&A Financial Advisor (by Deal Value 2025) in West Africa by Dealmakers. This achievement is a wonderful reflection of our vibrant and active M&A practice in the region, and it stands as a testament to Standard Chartered Bank’s ongoing commitment to Africa.
“Most importantly, this award celebrates the incredible dedication and hard work of our team, whose efforts continue to drive our success. We look forward to building on this momentum and deepening our impact across the continent,” said Managing Director and Head of Mergers and Acquisitions Africa at Standard Chartered, Yemisi Deji-Bejide.
The bank’s ranking highlights its strategic role in facilitating high-value transactions and delivering advisory services across key sectors in the region. It also reinforces its position as a major player in West Africa’s evolving corporate finance environment.
The DealMakers Africa Awards, first introduced in South Africa in 2000 and expanded across the continent in 2008, are widely regarded as a benchmark for excellence in financial advisory services.
Most categories at the awards are determined using objective criteria such as transaction size and volume, while select recognitions undergo a rigorous review process that considers execution complexity, transformational impact, and value creation.
The recognition further affirms Standard Chartered’s commitment to strengthening its presence in Africa and supporting the growth of capital markets through high-quality advisory services.
