Dangote

2024 - 1 - 4

Dangote Dethroned: South African Billionaire Takes Africa's Richest Title

Aliko Dangote - Dangote Group - EFCC - Forex scandal - Johann Rupert

South African businessman surpasses Aliko Dangote as Africa's wealthiest person, triggering EFCC investigation.

South African billionaire Johann Rupert has clinched the top spot as Africa's richest, dethroning Nigeria's business magnate Aliko Dangote. The shift in position has stirred up conversations and intrigue as Rupert's wealth soars above Dangote's. Concurrently, the EFCC has initiated a probe at the Dangote Group's headquarters in Lagos, investigating possible forex irregularities. This unexpected turn of events has sent shockwaves through the business community and captured the attention of the public.

As EFCC operatives delve into the forex scandal at Dangote Group, scrutiny intensifies over the company's financial transactions. The investigation extends to other prominent firms like BUA, shedding light on potential discrepancies in forex dealings. Amidst these revelations, concerns arise about the impact on Nigeria's economy and investor confidence. The unfolding saga paints a picture of power dynamics and financial intrigue at the highest levels of business in Africa.

The EFCC's search at Dangote Group's office underscores the agency's determination to uncover any financial improprieties. The ongoing probes signal a deepening scrutiny of corporate practices and regulatory compliance within the Nigerian business landscape. The clash of titans between Dangote and Rupert highlights the ever-evolving landscape of wealth and influence in Africa, provoking discussions on transparency and accountability in business dealings.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Premium Times"

South African businessman overtakes Dangote as Africa's richest ... (Premium Times)

South Africa's luxury goods tycoon Johann Rupert and his family have taken the crown as Africa's top billionaire after Nigeria's Aliko Dangote lost the ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "TheCable"

South African billionaire displaces Aliko Dangote as Africa's richest ... (TheCable)

Johann Rupert, a South African business mogul, has clinched the coveted spot of Africa's wealthiest person, displacing Aliko Dangote, Nigeria's business ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "TheCable"

DEVELOPING: EFCC operatives conduct search at Dangote head ... (TheCable)

Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) are currently at the Lagos head office of the Dangote Group, TheCable understands.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "The Punch"

Forex scandal: EFCC combs Dangote HQ for documents, probes 51 ... (The Punch)

โ€ขHow EFCC ordered 52 firms to submit forex allocation forms from 2014 to 2023. Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission on Thursday ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Reuters"

Nigeria's anti-graft body visits Dangote Group in forex probe -sources (Reuters)

Nigeria's economic and financial crimes agency on Thursday inspected Dangote Group's books as part of investigations into possible past misuse of foreign ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Premium Times"

EFCC raids Dangote Group's headquarters in Lagos (Premium Times)

The EFCC stormed Dangote Group's headquarters just as the company tried to surrender boxes of documents to it.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Arise News"

South African Billionaire Displaces Aliko Dangote As Africa's Richest ... (Arise News)

Rupert is the chairman of Swiss-based luxury goods company, Richemont, and South Africa-based company, Remgro. South African businessman, Johann Rupert, ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Businessday.ng"

EFCC probes Dangote, BUA, 50 others over FX transactions with CBN (Businessday.ng)

Indications emerged on Thursday that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission EFCC had spread its investigations...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "SaharaReporters.com"

BREAKING: Anti-Graft Agency, EFCC Conducts Search On Dangote ... (SaharaReporters.com)

Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) are currently conducting a search operation at the Lagos head office of the Dangote Group.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Leadership Newspaper"

EFCC Shy On Reported Raid Of Dangote Lagos Office (Leadership Newspaper)

Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) yesterday reportedly stormed the head office of the Dangote Group in Lagos in connection.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Leadership Newspaper"

EFCC Raid On Dangote Office Capable Of Scaring Investors Away ... (Leadership Newspaper)

A member of the House of Representatives, representing Ideato North/South federal constituency of Imo State, Hon. Ikenga Ugochinyere Ikeagwuonu ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Premium Times"

EFCC raids Dangote Group's headquarters in Lagos (Premium Times)

The EFCC letter to the companies is part of ongoing investigation into alleged preferential Forex allocations to individuals and organisation by the Godwin ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Nairametrics"

โ€œEFCC visits Dangote Group's office for investigation into alleged ... (Nairametrics)

EFCC carried out a scrutiny of Dangote Group's financial records, as an investigation into potential misappropriation of foreign currency.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Daily Post Nigeria"

Dangote: EFCC raid could hurt economy, scare investors โ€“ Reps ... (Daily Post Nigeria)

A member of the House of Representatives, representing Ideato North/South Federal Constituency, Hon. Ikenga Ugochinyere Ikeagwuonu has expressed concerns.

Explore the last week