Africa’s richest man Aliko Dangote makes $800 million in 10 days
Dangote’s $800-million wealth surge and net worth recovery stand out as the Nigerian naira gains momentum, reclaiming ground on the official market.
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Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola sells 1 million shares in Geregu Power
Femi Otedola executed a cross deal on the Nigerian Exchange via his company, Amperion Power Distribution Company Limited.
5 key philanthropic contributions by Nigerian billionaire Folorunsho Alakija
One of Nigeria’s richest woman, Folorunsho Alakija, has made investments in many different economic areas. She is not just a billionaire entrepreneur…
Billionaire Theophilus Danjuma donates $1.36-million to Nigerian university
The $1.36-million donation, through the T.Y. Danjuma Foundation, is the largest donation by an individual for the construction of a student hostel in Nigeria.
Nigerian businessman Tony Elumelu and wife acquire 23 million new shares in UBA
The move by Elumelu and his wife is viewed as a vote of confidence in UBA’s financial performance.
Nigerian president inaugurates billionaire Abdul Samad Rabiu’s $1.2-million innovation center
ASR Africa focuses on delivering enduring impact in health, education, and social development across the African continent.
Nigerian tycoon Mike Adenuga holds ground among world’s top 900 billionaires despite early 2023 setback
With a net worth of $3.3 billion, Adenuga holds the title of the third-richest billionaire in Nigeria.
Femi Otedola cements position among Africa’s richest as portfolio exceeds $1.2 billion
With a diverse portfolio and impactful investment strategy, Otedola has become the third-richest investor on the Nigerian Exchange.
Dangote’s refinery secures license to process 300,000 barrels of Nigerian crude daily
At a Saudi-Nigeria business roundtable in Riyadh, Dangote emphasized the refinery’s commitment to initiating operations with Nigerian crude.
Abdul Samad Rabiu overtakes Dangote as richest investor in Nigeria’s stock market
Rabiu’s portfolio includes a 99.8-percent stake in BUA Foods, the crown jewel of his holdings, valued at N3.64 trillion ($4.54 billion).
Africa’s richest man Aliko Dangote puts $45.5-million private jet up for sale
Dangote initially acquired the ultra-long-range jet for $45.5 million 13 years ago to commemorate his 53rd birthday.
Nigerian billionaire’s fintech company secures Malawi license for global transactions
Flutterwave has gained prominence in the fintech sector under the leadership of Nigerian billionaire Olugbenga Agboola.
25 richest people on the Nigerian Exchange
Leading the ranks on the Nigerian Exchange are iconic figures like Aliko Dangote, Femi Otedola, and Abdul Samad Rabiu.
Nigerian elders urge restraint in Dangote-Rabiu business conflict for stability
Dangote and Rabiu are leaders of Africa’s industrial and manufacturing revolution through their conglomerates Dangote Group and BUA Group.
Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola makes $8.6 million from First Bank investment
Otedola’s recent gains in FBN Holdings and Geregu Power further solidify his status as one of Africa’s wealthiest individuals.
Led by pan-African billionaire Benedict Peters, Aiteo launches new premium crude oil grade to global market
The new premium crude oil grade was unveiled at the ongoing Argus European Crude Conference.