Nigerian mogul Abdul Samad Rabiu loses $1.2 billion as naira weakens against U.S. dollar
Ranked as Nigeria’s third-richest person and Africa’s sixth by Forbes, Rabiu has recently experienced a notable drop in his wealth figures.
Ranked as Nigeria’s third-richest person and Africa’s sixth by Forbes, Rabiu has recently experienced a notable drop in his wealth figures.
The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) expects the Dangote refinery to reduce diesel prices further.
Transcorp Power’s journey in Nigeria’s energy sector commenced in 2013 with the acquisition of the Ughelli Power Plant under the leadership of Elumelu.
The recent decision to ramp up operations, follows Dangote Refinery’s move to slash diesel prices in Nigeria, marking a substantial decrease from previous rates.
Otedola’s focus on operational efficiency across his portfolio has fueled earnings growth and valuations.
Dangote remains Africa’s richest person and the world’s wealthiest Black billionaire. His net worth has surged past $17 billion.
The $79.4-million dividend which will be paid electronically into the bank accounts of Abdul Samad Rabiu and his son from the group’s 2023 earnings of $210.48 million, is part of a proposed cash distribution by the board of directors.
By offering diesel at N1,200 ($1), below the market rate of N1,650 ($1.325), Dangote believes inflation will decrease.
The remarkable feat follows the company’s strong financial performance in 2023, where revenue surpassed the $90 million mark
The market value of the publicly listed companies he holds stakes in has surged to N16.7 trillion ($12.9 billion), highlighting his impact not only on the firms he manages but also on those in which he holds significant ownership.
In recent times, his net worth has surged to $6.9 billion from $6.1 billion in 2023, solidifying his rank as Africa’s fifth-richest and Nigeria’s second wealthiest person.
The Dangote Petrochemical Complex, located on a peninsula on the outskirts of Lagos, represents a significant leap in industrial advancement.
With Otedola’s return to the billionaire ranks, Africa now boasts 20 billionaires, up from 19 in 2023 and 18 in 2022.
This surge is attributed to the strong performance of his diverse investment portfolio and a recent strengthening of the Nigerian naira against the U.S. dollar.
His latest $11.02-million food intervention program underscores his unwavering commitment to improving lives and tackling social challenges in Nigeria.
Dangote’s financial resurgence reflects not only his vast fortune and investment portfolio but also the broader economic dynamics at play within Africa’s biggest economy.