Abdul Samad Rabiu, Nigeria’s third-richest man, donates $3.3 million at ex-President’s book launch
His $3.3 million donation, was the second-largest of the evening, surpassed only by Aliko Dangote’s contribution.
West & Central Africa
Africa’s richest man donates $5.3 million at ex-Nigerian President’s book launch
Speaking at the event, he credited Babangida’s economic policies—particularly the abolition of import licenses—for shaping Nigeria’s private sector.
Burkina Faso’s richest man secures $5.2 million to support Togo’s farmers
The funds will be channeled through Bonkoungou Distribution (BKG), a subsidiary of Mahamadou Bonkoungou’s EBOMAF.
Tosin Eniolorunda, Moniepoint founder, eyes Europe’s 13 million unbanked adults
With 13 million adults in Europe still unbanked, he believes African fintechs can help bridge the gap.
Burkina Faso’s banking tycoon Idrissa Nassa takes over TotalEnergies’ operations
The deal, executed through Coris Invest Group, one of Nassa’s holding companies, is part of a broader expansion into the oil sector.
Nigeria’s Sijuwade royal family, one of Africa’s wealthiest, eyes first oil from one of its oil blocks
The Sijuwade Group’s oil and gas arm holds a 10 percent stake in OPL 276, where production is slated to begin within the next 12 to 18 months.
NNPC acquires stake in $7 million CNG Plant owned by Nigerian businessman Greg Ogbeifun
NNPC acquires a 15% stake in Starzs Gas’ $7 million CNG plant, strengthening Nigeria’s clean energy drive, domestic gas expansion, and industrial development.
Nigerian oil mogul Jite Okoloko exits Eroton following major board shake-up
His exit comes amid a major board reshuffle led by political and business heavyweight James Ibori, signaling a new chapter for the company.
Court rules against Herbert Wigwe’s parents in legal battle over Nigerian banker’s estate
Lagos court rejects parents’ bid to challenge control of late Nigerian banker Herbert Wigwe’s estate, upholds existing structure including first daughter Otutochi.
Africa's richest man’s biggest bet: The $23 billion investment in Dangote Refinery
Reflecting on the decade-long journey to completion, Dangote told Forbes, “If this didn’t work, I was dead.”
Forbes ranks Dangote as Africa’s richest man again as his $20 billion refinery shakes up global oil markets
Forbes’ latest valuation narrows the gap with Bloomberg’s estimate, though a discrepancy remains.
Nigerian gambling magnate Kessington Adebutu stake in Wema Bank rebounds above $47 million
In the past three weeks, the value of his stake has risen by $5.23 million, recovering from a sharp decline earlier this year.
Aliko Dangote’s fortune rebounds: Africa’s richest man nears $30 billion
A surge in the market value of his stake in Dangote Cement, Africa’s largest cement maker, has added $800 million to his wealth in just three day.
Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola's FBN rebrands to First HoldCo Plc as assets surpass $17 billion
The rebranding reflects a future-focused vision built on a legacy of trust, resilience, innovation, and exceptional service.
Two years after Funke Opeke’s MainOne deal, Equinix unveils $1 billion data center in Saudi Arabia
The announcement was made at the LEAP 2025 tech conference in Riyadh, which brought together participants from 18 countries.
Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote’s net worth grows by $201 million in 24 hours
With this latest boost, his year-to-date loss has narrowed to $461 million.