Nigeria is home to some of the most successful women in the world, and their wealth and achievements are nothing short of impressive. From leading successful businesses to breaking barriers in their careers, Nigerian women are proving that they are forces to be reckoned with.

Let’s take a closer look at the top 5 wealthiest women in Nigeria who have not only achieved great financial success but have also paved the way for other women to follow in their footsteps. Get ready to be inspired by these trailblazing women and their incredible stories of success.

ALAKIJA FOLORUNSO

FolorunsoAlakija is a Nigerian businesswoman with a net worth of $1 billion. She started her career as a secretary at a bank in the 1970s before working for a prominent Nigerian oil company.

She discovered her interest in fashion design later in life, focusing on elite wear. She delved into other sectors after the success of her fashion company, the most lucrative was oil. Alakija founded her own oil exploration company, Famfa Oil, which has become one of the largest oil companies in Nigeria.

In addition to her business ventures, Alakija is also a philanthropist and has donated millions of dollars to various causes.

HAJIA BOLA SHAGAYA

Hajia Bola Shagayais another prominent Nigerian businesswoman with a net worth of $950 million. She started her career in the audit department of the Central Bank of Nigeria before moving into commercial activities in 1983, starting with the importation and distribution of photographic materials (her first major source of wealth) and introducing the Konica brand to the Nigerian market and West Africa.

She made her fortune in the fashion industry, founding her own company, Bolmus Group International and this company has grown to include interests in real estate, oil and gas, and photography.

DAISY DANJUMA

Daisy Danjuma earned a Bachelor of Laws degree from Ahmadu Bello University in Zaria in 1976 and was elected to the Federal Republic of Nigeria’s Senate in 2003, representing Edo South, where she served until 2007. She presently serves as South Atlantic’s Executive Vice Chairman. She’s a businesswoman, investor, and entrepreneur from Nigeria.

She serves as Atlantic Petroleum’s Vice-Chairman and Managing Director. Daisy Danjuma, with a net worth of $900 million, is the third richest woman in Nigeria in 2022.

FIFI EJINDU

Fifi Ejinduis a Nigerian architect and businesswoman with a net worth of $850 million. She has made her fortune through her architectural firm, Starcrest Group of Companies, which has been involved in several high-profile projects in Nigeria and around the world.

Starcresthas three divisions: real estate, construction and design, and investment possibilities. Many residential and industrial villas are also managed by organizations around the country. Ejindu is also a philanthropist and has been recognized for her contributions to education and the arts.

STELLA OKOLI

Stella Chinyelu Okoliis a well-known entrepreneur, philanthropist, pharmacistwith a net worth of N800 million.She started her career working for pharmaceutical companies before starting her own, Emzorpharmaceutical Industries Limited. One of the leading indigenous pharmaceuticals in Nigeria.

Emzor currently has other subsidiary companies such as Emzor HESCO – a hospital medical and diagnostic equipment supplier, Zolon Healthcare Limited – a speciality medical products company, and Frontwave Limited – a medical logistics and supply chain company

Stella Okoli is globally acknowledged for her efforts to provide adequate health care in the country through her company’s goods.

Easy task for you: Write down your financial goals for the year, read them to yourself every morning, and take conscious steps towards achieving them.

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