Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola makes $250 million in eight days
With Geregu Power’s impressive performance and Otedola’s rising fortunes, the company solidifies its position as a key player in Nigeria’s energy sector.
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Adebayo Ogunlesi: Nigerian billionaire whose firm owns London’s Gatwick Airport
Ogunlesi’s journey from the streets of Nigeria to the skyscrapers of New York is nothing short of extraordinary.
Nigerian tycoon Tony Elumelu’s UBA records $570 million in profit in 9 months
Elumelu, who owns a 7.39-percent stake in UBA, equivalent to 2,527,372,285 ordinary shares, ranks as one of the wealthiest investors on the Nigerian Exchange.
Nigerian billionaire Mike Adenuga’s oil firm records $175 million in 9M revenue
Nigerian billionaire Mike Adenuga’s leadership marks continued success for petroleum marketing company Conoil Plc.
Cement empire of Nigeria’s second-richest man surpasses $420 million in 9M revenue
This underscores the financial success of BUA Cement under Rabiu, a prominent industrialist who has solidified his standing as Nigeria’s second-richest man.
8 businesses owned by Nigeria’s richest pastor, Bishop David Oyedepo
Billionaires.Africa explores eight businesses founded by Bishop Oyedepo. His remarkable influence extends far beyond Nigeria.
Nigerian insurance tycoon Wole Oshin loses $1.3 million from Custodian stake
As Custodian Investment’s largest shareholder, Oshin holds a 26.81-percent stake, representing 1,576,662,503 ordinary shares.
Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola donates $1 million to Augustine University students
The donation will cover the tuition fees of 750 students.
5 businesses owned by Pharrell Williams
From street-wear to fragrances and venture investing, Pharrell William’s entrepreneurial spirit knows no bounds.
Cameroonian superstar Francis Ngannou earns $10 million in debut boxing fight against Tyson Fury
Ngannou’s spectacular performance against Tyson Fury sparks speculation of a showdown with Deontay Wilder among fight fans.
Oil firm of Dangote’s half-brother Sayyu Dantata posts 9M revenue exceeding $120 million
Dantata, a multimillionaire businessman and the majority stakeholder in MRS Oil Nigeria, owns 60 percent of the company, or 205,730,806 ordinary shares.
Nigerian billionaire Mike Adenuga-linked Julius Berger posts revenue exceeding $410 million
Belinda Ajoke Disu, Adenuga’s daughter, serves on the board of Julius Berger, bringing a strong link between the telecom mogul and the group.
Bank linked to Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola rakes in $290 million in profit
As a top shareholder in the Lagos-based lender, Femi Otedola stands to benefit from FBNH’s impressive financial performance.
Greek businessman John Coumantaros loses $10 million from Flour Mills stake
Coumantaros, ranked as one of the richest investors on the Nigerian Exchange, holds a 63.34 percent stake in Flour Mills of Nigeria.
Aliko Dangote’s cement empire achieves 9-month profit exceeding $340 million
Dangote Cement’s remarkable financial performance and ability to sustain profit growth solidify its position as a top player in the African cement industry.
Nigerian tycoon Tony Elumelu’s Transcorp records 9M revenue exceeding $150 million
Elumelu, through his investment firm HH Capital, holds a 29.5-percent stake in Transcorp, or 11,990,957,350 ordinary shares.