Nigerian billionaire Abdul Samad Rabiu’s BUA Cement reports $118.8-million Q1 revenue
The company showcased robust revenue growth, surging past $110 million, yet faced a notable decline in profit due to escalating costs and currency devaluation.
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The company showcased robust revenue growth, surging past $110 million, yet faced a notable decline in profit due to escalating costs and currency devaluation.
The recently published financial report highlights a remarkable 27.4-percent surge in revenue, rising from $223.2 million in 2022 to $284.4 million in 2023.
BUA Cement has solidified its position as Nigeria’s second-largest cement producer.
This underscores the financial success of BUA Cement under Rabiu, a prominent industrialist who has solidified his standing as Nigeria’s second-richest man.
Bloomberg estimates Rabiu’s net worth slightly lower at $5.91 billion, considering approximately $2.98 billion in miscellaneous liabilities.
Under the leadership of Rabiu, BUA Cement has firmly established itself as Nigeria’s second-largest cement producer.
This decision comes just one month after Rabiu expressed optimism regarding the completion of two new cement factories by the year’s end.
This surge in wealth has firmly positioned Rabiu as the 500th richest individual globally, just behind the 499th-ranked Charles Dolan.
Rabiu’s statement follows a strategic agreement between BUA Cement Plc and Sinoma International Engineering Co., Ltd.
BUA Cement is a leading cement maker led by Nigeria’s second-richest man, Abdul Samad Rabiu.
BUA Cement’s robust financial performance underscores its ability to weather challenges and solidifies its position as a key player in the Nigerian cement industry.
Based on the current share price, the total market value of Rabiu’s 96.13-percent stake in BUA Cement now stands at N3.22 billion ($4.06 billion).
Boasting a net worth of $5.6 billion, Rabiu now ranks as the fifth-richest man in Africa.
Rabiu’s net worth skyrockets by $1.6 billion, securing his position among Africa’s wealthiest people.
Rabiu: Africa’s third-richest billionaire’s businesses thrive, generating $146.2 million profit in Q1 2023.
Rabiu derives the majority of his fortune from his 96-percent stake in BUA Cement.