Aisha Abdulaziz to become first woman to list Nigerian company
Aisha Abdulaziz called the NGX listing “a national moment,” citing Legend’s mission to build Africa’s most customer-focused, innovative internet company.
West & Central Africa
Jean Kacou Diagou takes majority stake in NSIA Participations
Ivorian banker Jean Kacou Diagou has raised his stake in NSIA Participations to 68.73%, strengthening his influence in Africa’s financial services sector.
Gabon taps Ivorian builder Hassan Dakhlallah for data center project
From Libreville to Johannesburg, African leaders are driving a continental push toward digital growth and connectivity.
Tidjane Thiam disqualified from Côte d'Ivoire’s presidential bid
A court in Abidjan ruled him ineligible to run, citing his removal from the electoral list after losing Ivorian nationality upon becoming a French citizen in 1987.
Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola to receive $1.6 million dividend from FirstHoldco
Otedola, chairman of FirstHoldCo and Geregu Power, holds an 11.8% stake in the Lagos-based financial group.
Davido sets sights on Nollywood with upcoming film investments
The multi-platinum hitmaker is ready to invest hands-on in Nigeria’s creative economy, starting with film.
Tensions rise in Nigerian billionaire Indimi family over oil fortune
Indimi family feud deepens as Mohammed Indimi’s eldest son challenges sisters’ $435 million dividend claim over Oriental Energy shares.
Tidjane Thiam, ex-Credit Suisse CEO, eyes presidency in Côte d'Ivoire
Ex-Credit Suisse CEO Tidjane Thiam secures opposition bid, reshaping Côte d'Ivoire’s October presidential race in a political homecoming.
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.
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.