Four-award sweep for PAC Capital at International Business Awards

PAC Capital Limited has been recognised with four prestigious continental awards by the International Business Magazine, further cementing its position as a leading force in investment banking and transaction advisory across Africa.

At the 2026 awards, the firm emerged as Excellence in Cross-Border Transactions Africa 2026, Best Investment Banking Firm Africa 2026, Best Deal Structuring & Advisory Firm Africa 2026, and Financial Advisory Firm of the Year Africa 2026.

These recognitions follow the firm’s 2025 honour as Best Transaction Advisory Firm in Nigeria, underscoring a consistent trajectory of excellence, innovation, and strong execution across both domestic and cross-border mandates.

Over the years, PAC Capital has built a reputation for structuring and delivering complex, high-value transactions across multiple sectors and jurisdictions. From mergers and acquisitions to capital raising and bespoke financial advisory mandates, the investment banking arm of PAC Holdings continues to demonstrate deep technical expertise and strategic foresight.

Driving value through technical expertise
The firm maintains an intimate understanding of the African business landscape. Its growing portfolio of cross-border transactions highlights its ability to navigate regulatory environments, manage multi-market stakeholders, and unlock sustainable value for clients operating within and beyond the continent.

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Commenting on the achievement, Humphrey Oriakhi, the managing director and CEO expressed pleasure over the wins.

“We are honoured by this recognition from International Business Magazine. Receiving four continental awards in one year is a strong validation of our borderless capital solutions initiative, strategic direction, execution capability, and the trust our clients place in us, ” he said.

Oriakhi noted that cross-border transactions in Africa require resilience, precision, and deep market intelligence. He said the team remains committed to delivering innovative solutions that enable businesses to scale, expand, and create long-term impact.

“These awards reflect the strength of our advisory model and our deliberate focus on value-driven deal structuring. Every mandate we undertake is approached with rigour, creativity, and a clear understanding of our clients’ long-term objectives,” Bolarinwa Sanni, the firm’s executive director said.

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Bolarinwa Sanni stated that as markets become increasingly interconnected, the firm’s role as a trusted transaction partner across Africa becomes even more critical.