How three Nigerian billionaires emerged among richest persons in Africa

  • Three Nigerians emerged among Africa’s wealthiest persons in the world at the beginning of 2025
  • The billionaires reportedly consolidated their wealth as the new year dawned, allowing them to retain their positions
  • Aliko Dangote, Nigeria and Africa’s richest man retained his position despite challenges in Nigeria’s economy

Legit.ng’s Pascal Oparada has reported on tech, energy, stocks, investment and the economy for over a decade.

Three Nigerian billionaires have retained their positions in Africa’s wealthiest persons list at the start of 2025.