7 companies owned by billionaire African energy mogul Benedict Peters
Billionaires.Africa has identified and tracked seven notable assets owned by billionaire Benedict Peters.
Nigeria
Nigerian billionaire Mike Adenuga to receive $1.65-million dividend from Conoil
Led by the visionary Mike Adenuga, Conoil has firmly established its dominance in Nigeria’s petroleum marketing arena.
Nigerian billionaire Mike Adenuga’s oil firm to distribute $2.2-million dividend to shareholders
Under the astute leadership of Adenuga, Conoil has solidified its position as a dominant force in Nigeria’s petroleum marketing industry.
Gilbert Chagoury: Controversial billionaire awarded contract to construct Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway
Back in 1971, Gilbert Chagoury and his younger brother, Ronald Chagoury, set the stage for their remarkable journey by founding the Chagoury Group.
Tony Elumelu’s wife, Awele, gains nearly $7 million as Transcorp shares soar
This recent surge in Awele Elumelu’s stake further solidifies her position as one of the top investors on the Nigerian Exchange.
Nigerian tycoon Tony Elumelu’s UBA launches $6-billion initiative to support African SMEs
United Bank for Africa Plc, the pan-African financial services group led by Nigerian tycoon Tony Elumelu, has unveiled a $6-billion initiative.
Nigerian tycoon Atedo Peterside’s stake in Stanbic IBTC soars by $2.3 million
This recent surge in Peterside’s stake further solidifies his position as one of the richest bankers in the country.
Nigerian president awards highway project to billionaire linked to Sani Abacha
Chagoury’s success has not been without controversy.
Bank led by Nigerian tycoon Herbert Wigwe achieves over $180 million in profit
Under Wigwe, Access also saw its total deposits surge from $15.23 billion at the start of the year to $20.2 billion as of June 30, 2023.
American-Nigerian mogul Sam Darwish’s IHS to deploy 750 towers in Brazil
Founded by Darwish in 2001, IHS Holding retains its position as one of the largest telecom infrastructure groups in terms of tower count.
Nigerian banker Herbert Wigwe gains $8 million from Access Holdings stake
Wigwe’s commitment to Access Holdings and his strategic share acquisitions have established him as a top figure in the Nigerian banking sector.
Dangote’s stepbrother, Sayyu Dantata, gains $2.4 million from MRS stake in 48 hours
Dantata owns an impressive 60 percent of MRS Oil Nigeria Limited, through his investment company, MRS Africa Holdings.
Nigerian tech entrepreneur Favor Ori’s explores acquisition options after raising $3 million
PayDay, founded by Ori nearly two years ago, maintains dual headquarters in Canada and Rwanda.
Africa’s richest man Aliko Dangote’s refinery imports crude ahead of launch
The Dangote Oil Refinery project stands as a resounding testament to the unwavering dedication of Aliko Dangote and the Dangote Group.
Africa’s richest man Aliko Dangote’s refinery to commence operations by October
Despite these delays, Dangote’s fortune has witnessed a remarkable surge, catapulting him back among the world’s top 100 billionaires.
Ugandan tycoon denies plans to pay Burna Boy $1 million for stadium opening
The reaction by Kiggundu, confirmed by sources close to him, follows a flurry of media reports initially disclosed by Kenyan online newspaper Tuko.