Bank led by Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola partners with French financier on climate initiative
This collaboration aims to establish FBN Holdings as a frontrunner in African climate finance.
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Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola’s FBN Holdings posts $149.7 million profit in Q1 2024
Femi Otedola’s leadership continues to be a driving force behind the group’s sustained growth and expansion, with high expectations for the remainder of the fiscal year.
Exclusive: Nigerian president initiates highway project by controversial billionaire tied to Sani Abacha – What you need to know!
With the construction of this highway, Nigeria is poised to unlock vast economic potential, foster unity, and build a legacy of prosperity for future generations.
Nigerian businessman Tony Elumelu’s UBA distributes $53.4-million dividend to shareholders
During the AGM, the board presented UBA Group’s outstanding financial performance for 2023, which saw the bank become Nigeria’s second-largest lender by assets.
Nigerian energy tycoon Austin Avuru’s Seplat extends $1.28-billion ExxonMobil acquisition deal
Investor confidence remains shaky due to ongoing legal and regulatory issues.
Bank led by Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola declares $9.9-million dividend for shareholders
One of Nigeria’s most valuable banking groups, FBN Holdings has solidified its position in the financial services industry.
Nigerian-born British boxer Anthony Joshua rakes in $83 million over past year
This has propelled him into the ranks of the world’s highest-paid athletes, according to the 2024 Forbes list.
Meet Bella Disu: Nigerian business executive leading one of Africa’s largest telecom companies
Under Bella Disu’s leadership, Globacom has positioned itself as Nigeria’s largest provider of digital services.
Nigerian tycoon Temitope Lawani-linked Vivo Energy completes acquisition of Engen from Petrona
The merger of Vivo Energy and Engen marks a significant development in the African energy sector.
Africa’s richest man Aliko Dangote’s refinery prepares for exports, targets Brazil and other African countries
Speaking at the Africa CEO Forum in Kigali, Rwanda, Dangote detailed the refinery’s ability to produce a wide range of refined products, including gasoline, diesel, and aviation fuel.
Nigerian billionaire Olugbenga Agboola’s Flutterwave denies losing $7.25 million in security breach
As a security precaution, Flutterwave will notify some customers to migrate their accounts and is urging all customers to enable multifactor authentication, 3D security, and IP whitelisting.
Refinery of Africa’s richest billionaire Aliko Dangote to buy 24 million barrels of U.S. crude
Boasting the world’s largest single-train capacity (650,000 barrels per day), the Dangote Oil Refinery aims to wean Nigeria off its reliance on imported fuels.
U.S.-Nigerian tycoon Sam Darwish sees $9.6-million loss as IHS shares slide
This comes after a substantial gain of $7.4 million recorded between April 17 and May 1, when the market value of his stake skyrocketed from $43.41 million to $50.81 million.
Nigerian banker Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede tapped to lead France-Nigeria Business Council
The announcement, made during the Choose France Summit 2024, solidifies Aig-Imoukhuede’s role in fostering economic ties between the two nations.
Nigerian businessman Tony Elumelu calls for investment in African healthcare innovation
Elumelu has solidified his position as a titan of African commerce, transforming UBA Group from a domestic bank into a continental powerhouse.
Nigerian oil magnate Emeka Offor makes new donation following $30-million book distribution
The donation adds to Offor’s extensive philanthropic record.