Nigerian businessman Ladi Jadesimi gains $29 million from Aradel stake
Ladi Jadesimi’s stake in Aradel Holdings rises by $29 million as shares surge nearly 31% on the Nigerian Exchange over 10 months.
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Ladi Jadesimi’s stake in Aradel Holdings rises by $29 million as shares surge nearly 31% on the Nigerian Exchange over 10 months.
Aradel Holdings boosts its ND Western stake to 81.67%, strengthening its control in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector.
A one-week surge in Aradel’s share price added $25.7 million to the fortunes of founder Ladi Jadesimi and CEO Adegbite Falade. Rising output, fresh deals and a steadier oil market helped drive the rally.
Samuel Dossou-Aworet boosts Aradel stake with a $64 million share purchase, cementing his role in Nigeria’s oil sector.
Nigerian energy executive Adegbite Falade leads Aradel in a new domestic gas supply deal with NLNG, boosting local energy production.
The move is part of a broader plan to diversify its operations and build a stronger presence in Nigeria’s energy sector.
This strategic move strengthens Aradel’s upstream portfolio and advances its multi-field cluster development strategy in the Niger Delta.
Aradel reports record earnings, raises dividends, and expands its asset base through strategic acquisitions, strengthening its position in Nigeria’s energy sector.
Since his appointment, Falade has led Aradel through a period of substantial transformation, positioning the company as a powerful force in Nigeria’s energy industry.
This milestone secured it a spot as one of Nigeria’s most profitable companies, showcasing a dramatic 361.1 percent increase in profitability compared to the prior year.
The transaction has been designed to preserve SPDC’s operational integrity post-acquisition.
Aradel Holdings strengthens its energy sector footprint with a 5.14 percent stake in Chappal Energies, gaining access to Nigeria's key oil assets and driving future growth in the industry.
The selloff coincides with Nigeria’s decision to reject Shell’s plan to offload its onshore oil assets to a consortium that includes Aradel, alongside ND Western and Waltersmith.
This listing expands investment opportunities for Nigerians, aligning with Aradel’s mission of enabling broader participation in the oil and gas sector.
Aradel Holdings has surged past the $1 billion valuation mark, with its market capitalization exceeding $1.2 billion
The acquisition marks a significant expansion for the integrated energy group.