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.
As a top shareholder in the Lagos-based lender, Femi Otedola stands to benefit from FBNH’s impressive financial performance.
The overwhelming support of shareholders underscores Otedola’s substantial impact on the nation’s economy.
Otedola holds the largest stake in the Lagos-based financial services holding group, with a 5.57-percent stake as of June 30, 2023.
The transaction took place on the local bourse on Thurs., July 6, stirring speculation about Otudeko’s potential plans and intentions.
Earlier this year, Otedola received an additional $33 million from his power-generating company, Geregu Power.
Otedola owns a substantial 5.57 percent of First Bank of Nigeria Holdings.
The transaction is expected to have an impact on Otedola’s dividend earnings.
Otedola is the largest stakeholder in the financial services provider.
Aside from his ownership stake in FBN Holdings, Otedola has interests in shipping, real estate and finance.
FBN Holdings is one of the largest financial services organizations in Africa.
Nigerian billionaires are putting their hard-earned money to work to control First Bank of Nigeria Holdings.
Otedola is known for building corporate juggernauts in the energy, shipping, real estate and finance sectors.
Otedola remains one of Nigeria’s wealthiest businessmen, who has conquered industries ranging from banking to oil and gas.