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business2 years ago

"Adebayo Ogunlesi: BlackRock's Billionaire Investor and Global Infrastructure Powerhouse"

Adebayo Ogunlesi, a Nigerian financier, made headlines by selling his infrastructure investment firm, Global Infrastructure Partners, to BlackRock for $12.5 billion, marking a significant consolidation in the industry. Ogunlesi, known for his impressive career in banking and investment, has focused on infrastructure projects primarily outside of Africa. With the continent's growing need for infrastructure investment, his new association with BlackRock could potentially lead to increased investment in Africa.

via The Africa Report|
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business2 years ago

"Adebayo Ogunlesi's $12.5 Billion BlackRock Deal: A Transformational Investment"

Adebayo Ogunlesi's contrarian bet on infrastructure assets in the 2000s led to a $12.5 billion tie-up between his company, Global Infrastructure Partners, and BlackRock. Ogunlesi's foresight and willingness to invest in unloved assets paid off, demonstrating the value of taking unconventional investment approaches. This success has solidified Ogunlesi's reputation as a savvy investor in the infrastructure sector.

via Financial Times|
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business2 years ago

"BlackRock's $12.5 Billion Acquisition of Global Infrastructure Partners Signals Major Investment Move"

BlackRock Inc. has agreed to acquire Global Infrastructure Partners for approximately $12.5 billion, marking a significant move into long-term investments in energy, transportation, and digital infrastructure. The deal includes $3 billion in cash and about 12 million shares, with the expectation of closing in the third quarter. Adebayo Ogunlesi, GIP's chairman and CEO, will join BlackRock's board and global executive committee.

via Bloomberg|
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