The DealMakers Africa Awards on Friday 20th March 2026 recognized the top Financial and Legal Advisers by Deal Value and Deal Flow for both Mergers & Acquisitions and General Corporate Finance (listings, rights issues, debt PE transactions, bonds etc.), as well as the West Africa Deal of the Year, Private Equity Deal of the Year and the Individual DealMaker of the Year.
It was a night of significant recognition for our firm, as we swept several major categories, reinforcing our position as a leading force in the West African M&A and Corporate Finance landscape.
1. Individual DealMaker of the Year (West
Africa)
A massive congratulations to Mrs. Seyi Bella,
who was jointly awarded this prestigious individual title.
2. Deal of the Year (West Africa)
Awarded for our work on GTCO's international equity offering
and listing on the LSE.
3. Private Equity Deal of the Year (West
Africa)
Recognized for our advisory role in Helios Investment Partners'
exit from Axxela.
4. General Corporate Finance (West Africa) – We
secured First Place across all major
ranking metrics:
Legal Advisers (Transaction Value) – Equity
Transactions
Legal Advisers (Transaction Flow) – Equity Transactions
Legal Advisers (Transaction Value) – Debt Transactions
Legal Advisers (Transaction Flow) – Debt
Transactions
These awards are a testament to the hard work, technical expertise, and dedication of our teams.