Femi Otedola leads FirstHoldCo to $660 million earnings in 2024
The results reflect the growing impact of Otedola’s leadership on the 130-year-old institution.
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Meet Sani Bello: Nigerian Ex-military leader turned oil mogul
Sani Bello transitioned from military officer to a top oil magnate, co-founding Amni International Petroleum, which produces 18,200 barrels of oil daily.
Emeka Offor donates $5 million to fight maternal deaths in Nigeria
Nigerian oil mogul Emeka Offor pledges $5 million to The Rotary Foundation to improve maternal and neonatal health in Nigeria’s high-need areas.
Kola Karim eyes big cashout from Mota-Engil’s DBN Energies takeover
Mota-Engil, a Portuguese construction firm, plans to acquire DBN Energies, an oil infrastructure specialist, from Kola Karim.
Ibidapo Lawal unveils $150 million-a-year aluminum plant in Nigeria
The plant, which is expected to generate $150 million in annual revenue once fully operational, will play a significant role in boosting Nigeria’s industrial sector.
7 companies the late Nigerian businessman Pascal Dozie owned
Pascal Dozie, founder of Diamond Bank and key figure in Nigeria’s telecom sector, passed away at 86, leaving a legacy of transformative entrepreneurship.
Pascal Dozie, founder of defunct Diamond Bank, dies at 86
Dozie founded Diamond Bank in 1990, growing it into a major player before its acquisition by Access Holdings in 2018.
Nigerian businessman Oba Otudeko summoned to court over $24 million fraud
The case adds to his growing legal troubles, marking another chapter in the challenges facing the former FBN Holdings chairman and founder of Honeywell Group.
13 companies owned by Nigerian shipping tycoon Victor Odili
His investments have positioned him as a quiet force in Nigeria’s corporate world, with ownership in some of the country’s most essential industries.
Cement firm owned by Nigeria’s third-richest man posts $49.3 million profit in 2024
The cement manufacturer recorded a 6.4 percent rise in profit despite surging finance costs and operational expenses.
Nigeria’s richest banker Jim Ovia gains $11.6 million as Zenith Bank completes public offer
This increase highlights the strong performance of the Lagos-based lender and the confidence investors have in its prospects.
Zenith Bank, led by Nigerian banker Jim Ovia, raises $230.3 million in public offering, rights issue
This milestone solidifies Zenith’s position as one of Nigeria’s top-capitalized financial institutions.
Nigerian President’s nephew, Wale Tinubu, confirms Oando’s oil facilities hold over $10 billion in value
This highlights Oando's dominance in the energy landscape as the company continues to expand its footprint both locally and globally.
MTN Nigeria, led by Karl Toriola, secures $27.1 million through commercial paper issuance
The issuance is part of the company’s N250-billion ($160.56 million) commercial paper program.
Access Bank expands to Malta, strengthening Europe-Africa trade links
Access Bank's decision to establish a presence in Malta signals its broader push into key global markets, following the recent opening of its Hong Kong branch.
Funke Opeke exits MainOne after $320-million deal as Equinix focuses on growth
Funke Opeke steps down after 14 years as MainOne's CEO following a milestone $320 million acquisition by Equinix.