Nigerian tycoon Kessington Adebutu’s Wema Bank plans $98.9 million rights issue
The offering includes 14.29 billion shares priced at N10.45 ($0.007) each, reinforcing the bank’s efforts to strengthen its financial position.
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Nigerian glass and aluminum company sees fourfold profit surge under Bella Disu
Her leadership has not only steered the company back to profitability but has also reinforced the business acumen that runs deep in the Adenuga family.
Seplat, co-founded by Nigerian tycoon Austin Avuru, to pour $320 million into onshore expansion in 2025
The company’s capital expenditure guidance for 2025 includes between $180 million and $220 million allocated to its Seplat Onshore division.
Nigeria’s Vice President, Dangote, and others join Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola for First Bank’s 43-story HQ
Shettima praised FirstBank and its parent company, FirstHoldCo, under Otedola’s leadership, calling the project a testament to commitment innovation, and sustainable development.
Dangote plans new HQ in Eko Atlantic as FirstBank builds West Africa’s tallest tower
“I will be here very soon,” Dangote said, addressing fellow billionaire Femi Otedola. “And I want to congratulate you on this groundbreaking ceremony.”
Nigerian entrepreneur Idris Bello’s LoftyInc achieves $43 million first close for new Pan-African seed fund
The fund aims to accelerate the growth of promising tech startups across Africa, with a focus on Nigeria, Egypt, Kenya, and Francophone Africa.
Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola’s First HoldCo breaks ground on new landmark headquarters
For Otedola, this is just the beginning. With the new headquarters underway, he is not just reshaping a bank—he is redefining the future of Nigeria’s financial industry.
Africa’s richest man set to pocket nearly $300 million in cement dividends
Inside Africa’s richest man’s payday from his cement empire, Dangote Cement Plc.
Moroccan pharma executive Lamia Tazi gains $8.14 million from Sothema stake
Tazi holds an 8.19 percent stake in Sothema, equivalent to 589,658 shares.
Asoma Banda, Ghanaian business icon and philanthropist, dies at 91
His passing has been met with an outpouring of tributes from business leaders and close associates, reflecting on his remarkable legacy.
Cement empire of Africa’s richest man posts $2.4 billion in 2024 revenue
Revenue from its Nigerian unit rose from N1.29 trillion ($860.6 million) to N2.19 trillion ($1.46 billion), helped by higher cement prices.
Cement firm owned by Nigeria’s third-richest man posts $49.3 million profit in 2024
The cement manufacturer recorded a 6.4 percent rise in profit despite surging finance costs and operational expenses.
Nigerian tech mogul Olugbenga Agboola’s Flutterwave secures payment license in Zambia
The move builds on Flutterwave’s aggressive expansion strategy, which has seen it secure multiple licenses across Africa.
Oil firm led by Nigerian President’s nephew wins bid for Caribbean refinery
The move positions the oil company for deeper integration into the Caribbean’s refining sector, strengthening its international footprint.
Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola hosts Wizkid, Burna Boy in star-studded gathering
Beyond his social engagements, Otedola remains focused on leading two of Nigeria’s most influential companies.
Africa’s richest man slashes petrol prices in Nigeria by 13 percent in 2025
This aligns with Nigeria’s broader economic recovery efforts under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and aims to ease financial pressure on consumers.