Nigeria’s second-richest man Abdul Samad Rabiu’s gains $1.2 billion in 45 days
Rabiu’s fortune has taken a remarkable turn, with his net worth bouncing back by more than $1 billion.
Rabiu’s fortune has taken a remarkable turn, with his net worth bouncing back by more than $1 billion.
Rabiu’s statement follows a strategic agreement between BUA Cement Plc and Sinoma International Engineering Co., Ltd.
BUA Cement is a leading cement maker led by Nigeria’s second-richest man, Abdul Samad Rabiu.
The latest donation follows NDLEA’s receipt of a grant amounting to $1.1 million about nine months ago from Rabiu.
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BUA Foods, which is majority owned by Rabiu, is the unified food business segment of BUA Group.
BUA Cement’s robust financial performance underscores its ability to weather challenges and solidifies its position as a key player in the Nigerian cement industry.
Based on the current share price, the total market value of Rabiu’s 96.13-percent stake in BUA Cement now stands at N3.22 billion ($4.06 billion).
Boasting a net worth of $5.6 billion, Rabiu now ranks as the fifth-richest man in Africa.
Rabiu’s net worth is estimated at $5.1 billion, falling short of the $5.16-billion cutoff required to join the world’s 500 richest list.
Dangote, who recently lost his long-held title as Africa’s richest man, now finds himself in the second position on the Nigerian Exchange.
Rabiu is no longer ranked on the Bloomberg Billionaires Index of the 500 richest people in the world.
BUA Foods, under Rabiu, has maintained its dominant position in the Nigerian economy.
Rabiu’s net worth skyrockets by $1.6 billion, securing his position among Africa’s wealthiest people.
With the latest surge of $501 million in his net worth, Rabiu’s year-to-date wealth gains have now reached $1.53 billion.
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