Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola pursues bigger stake in First Bank’s parent company
Sources familiar with the matter say both Otudeko and Odukale, have agreed to sell their shares to Otedola at N31 ($0.02) apiece.
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Femi Otedola calls Dangote Refinery 'eighth wonder' during President Tinubu visit
Femi Otedola praises Dangote Refinery as the “eighth wonder” during President Tinubu’s visit, highlighting Nigeria’s industrial rise and investor confidence.
Otedola hails Tinubu, Cardoso’s reforms as FirstHoldCo regains profitability
At the 13th Annual General Meeting of FirstHoldCo, Otedola pulled back the curtain on the scale of his vision.
Femi Otedola, before the billions, was Nigeria’s largest private shipowner
In the early 2000s, before the headlines, Otedola focused on building Nigeria’s largest privately owned shipping fleet.
Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola to receive $1.6 million dividend from FirstHoldco
Otedola, chairman of FirstHoldCo and Geregu Power, holds an 11.8% stake in the Lagos-based financial group.
Femi Otedola leads FirstHoldCo to $660 million earnings in 2024
The results reflect the growing impact of Otedola’s leadership on the 130-year-old institution.
Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola’s FirstHoldCo raises $125 million in oversubscribed rights issue
Otedola, one of Africa’s billionaires since 2009, played a key role in guiding the group toward this milestone, reinforcing his influence in Nigeria’s financial sector.
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Nigeria’s Vice President, Dangote, and others join Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola for First Bank’s 43-story HQ
Shettima praised FirstBank and its parent company, FirstHoldCo, under Otedola’s leadership, calling the project a testament to commitment innovation, and sustainable development.
Dangote plans new HQ in Eko Atlantic as FirstBank builds West Africa’s tallest tower
“I will be here very soon,” Dangote said, addressing fellow billionaire Femi Otedola. “And I want to congratulate you on this groundbreaking ceremony.”
Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola’s First HoldCo breaks ground on new landmark headquarters
For Otedola, this is just the beginning. With the new headquarters underway, he is not just reshaping a bank—he is redefining the future of Nigeria’s financial industry.
Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola hosts Wizkid, Burna Boy in star-studded gathering
Beyond his social engagements, Otedola remains focused on leading two of Nigeria’s most influential companies.
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Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola's net worth soars by $100 million to $1.7 billion amid naira's recovery
His $100 million gain comes after an impressive 2024, during which his net worth grew by $600 million
Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola’s Geregu Power to pay $14.4 million final dividend to shareholders
The final dividend for the year ended Dec. 31, 2024, amounts to N21.25 billion ($14.4 million), translating to a payout of N8.5 per share.
Billionaire Femi Otedola leads FBN Holdings to record gross earnings of more than $2 billion
The group’s gross earnings surged past $2 billion, further solidifying its place among Nigeria’s leading financial institutions.