Paul Fokam’s Afriland facilitates $1.2 billion agricultural deal in Bangui
The deal, signed in Bangui, aims to develop 30,000 hectares for large-scale cassava and sugarcane farming and processing.
West & Central Africa
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.
Aliko Dangote scales up $10 million food relief effort in Nigeria
The program is aimed at helping low-income families cope with the harsh economic climate and rising cost of living.
Herbert Wigwe, Aig-Imoukhuede co-own $64 million stake, report shows
Amid a high-stakes estate dispute, new disclosures reveal Herbert Wigwe and Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede share a $64.5 million stake in Access Holdings.
Abdul Samad Rabiu’s BUA to build gas power plant for LNG project
The new plant will power BUA’s LNG project, boosting energy efficiency and ensuring a dedicated supply.
Aliko Dangote loses $800 million amid fresh naira weakness
This comes despite global interest in his $20 billion Dangote Oil Refinery, one of Africa’s most ambitious projects.
Aig-Imoukhuede leads Access Holdings to $400 million profit
Access Holdings, under Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, posted a $400 million profit in 2024, driven by asset growth, cost control, and expansion across Africa.
Meet Sani Bello: Nigerian Ex-military leader turned oil mogul
Sani Bello transitioned from military officer to a top oil magnate, co-founding Amni International Petroleum, which produces 18,200 barrels of oil daily.
Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede-led Access Holdings seals Kenyan bank acquisition
Access Holdings, led by Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, finalizes the acquisition of the National Bank of Kenya, boosting its East African footprint and market reach.
Seplat, co-founded by Austin Avuru, builds mega gas facility
The company has installed over 850MMscfd of gas infrastructure to help meet Nigeria’s rising domestic energy demand.
Wale Tinubu’s Oando faces sabotage attacks on newly acquired pipelines
Oando Plc, one of Nigeria’s leading oil companies, said three separate incidents were recorded over the past week.
Mary Vilakazi-led FirstRand plans bank for Ghana’s super-rich
FirstRand sharpens its private banking focus in Ghana and beyond as Africa’s millionaire class expands.
Wema Bank, backed by Adebutu, launches $93.7 million rights issue
Wema Bank, backed by Kessington Adebutu, launches $93.7 million rights issue to boost capital and meet CBN's 2026 recapitalization deadline.
Emeka Offor donates $5 million to fight maternal deaths in Nigeria
Nigerian oil mogul Emeka Offor pledges $5 million to The Rotary Foundation to improve maternal and neonatal health in Nigeria’s high-need areas.
Kola Karim eyes big cashout from Mota-Engil’s DBN Energies takeover
Mota-Engil, a Portuguese construction firm, plans to acquire DBN Energies, an oil infrastructure specialist, from Kola Karim.
Sam Darwish gains nearly $12 million from IHS stake
U.S.-Nigerian telecom executive Sam Darwish’s IHS stake rises nearly $12 million to $56 million.