Africa's richest man raises $2.5 billion in private placement before landmark refinery IPO
Aliko Dangote has raised $2.5 billion in a private placement ahead of his Nigerian refinery's IPO, set to become the largest in African history.
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Group demands government action over raid on Ghanaian tycoon Sam Jonah's Nigerian real estate company
A Ghanaian group has demanded government intervention over a raid on Sam Jonah's Jonah Capital at Abuja's River Park Estate amid a disputed ownership fight.
Billionaire Femi Otedola's First HoldCo stake hits $641 million as shares hit record high
Femi Otedola's stake in First HoldCo climbed to about $641 million after the Nigerian bank's shares surged 9.97% to a record N95.95 on Friday.
Nigerian tycoon Aderemi Makanjuola's Caverton narrows loss to $10 million as revenue slides 40%
Caverton Offshore, founded by Aderemi Makanjuola, cut its pre-tax loss 74% to $9.98 million in 2025, though revenue fell 40% and debt climbed.