Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola's wealth rises $200 million in 12 days despite naira's ongoing decline
This brings his fortune to $1.6 billion, cementing his position as one of Africa’s richest and most influential businessmen.
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Moroccan Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch’s wealth declines by $100 million
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Africa’s billionaires gain $900 million in 2023 with Femi Otedola’s Forbes return
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Beyonce’s net worth jumps $350 million with creative exploits and historic tour
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Beyonce nears $1-billion net worth, joining the world’s wealthiest Black individuals
Beyonce’s net worth has soared to an impressive $800 million, marking a significant increase from $540 million at the start of this week.
Michael Jordan ‘no longer’ among world’s top 1,000 richest billionaires
On Oct. 5, the bar for entry into the world’s top 1,000 richest people was $2.9 billion.
Nigerian tycoon Mike Adenuga holds ground among world’s top 900 billionaires despite early 2023 setback
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LeBron James to surpass $530 million in career earnings by 2025
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