The 10 Richest Families In Nigeria- Forbes

Just like the richest kids in the world, there are also the richest families in the world, currently, Forbes has revealed the list of the richest families in Nigeria for the year.

1_BRIGGS FAMILY.

The first one here is the Briggs family, the head of the family is Chief Olu Benson Lulu Briggs. He is the founder of Moni Polu limited. MPL is a private oil and gas company owned by one of the richest men in the world.

This company is located at port Harcourt, it has one of the branches in Lagos and London, it is known for its expertise and gas exploration in the Niger Delta.

Lulu Briggs has a wife name Seinye Lulu Briggs, she’s one of the most richest and influential women in the world. She is the chief executive officer of Rachael Hotels company.

She had previously worked in the civil service before entering the business sector.

2_IBRU FAMILY

If Ibru’s family is not mentioned in the world among the richest family, then, it is not complete.

Ibru has a company with Rich employees, recall that the family was founded in 1952

Business spring from oil and gas, aviation, shipping, banking, and agric sector.

Before the company was established, he worked for the United African company from 1951_1956 before going into partnership with Jimmy large.

He was also an ex-minister of internal affairs between 1993 and 1995 and also a one time Governor of Delta State.

His family members include; Michael, Oscar Ibru, Felix Ibru, Alex Ibru, Oboeden Ibru, and Cecilia Ibru.

3_OKOYA THOMAS FAMILY.

Prince Molade Okoya Thomas is the head and brain behind Okaya’s family. He was the chairman of the CFAO company, though he is late his memories linger.

He studied at the prestigious Columbia University in Newyork in 1951.

After his graduation, he returned to Nigeria to work as an account in CFAO before rising to the chairmanship spot.

He has worked as a director In Transcap Nigeria Limited, NFI insurance PLC, gateway bank insurance PLC and Niger motors industries limited.

Princess ola_Jumoke Abindemi is one of the prominent members of the family.

4_DANTATA FAMILY.

Dantata family is one of the richest family in Nigeria, this powerful family is related to Alingo Dangote’s family.

It all started with Alhansan Dantata who started by selling cola nuts. When he was alive, he was one of the wealthiest men in the world.

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5_FAJEMIROKUN FAMILY.

Fajemirakun family is one of the wealthiest families in Nigeria with tons of achievements and assets scattered all over the country.

Henry Oloyede is one of the businessmen in the family and an industrialist in the country.

Recorded that all his wealth is documented as he works in the oil sector and more.

6_TEJUOSHO FAMILY

This is another affluent family in the Country with mines and industries. Bisoye is one of the popular members of the family, the richest Nigerian businesswoman from Abeokuta.

Her business springs from the production of foams. Lanre is her son who is a medical practitioner. He is another prominent member of the family.

Adefunmilayo is another prominent member of the family, she’s a politician lawyer, and legislator, serving her fourth term in Lagos house of assembly.

7_TINUBU FAMILY.

Tinubu is one of the richest men in the family and influential people in Lagos State.

He is one of the richest men in the country with a net worth of over $30 million according to Forbes.

His wife is Olureme Tinubu, another influential figure in the family, she’s currently serving as a senator in Nigeria.

8_SARAKI FAMILY.

Saraki family is synonymous with the Tinubu family, a politically inclined people with great achievements and assets in the country.

Olusola, Bukola, and Ghemisola Makati are all the prominent members of the family.

9_ FOLAWIYO FAMILY.

FOLAWIYO family is progenited by Wohab FOLAWIYO, a name to call out because of its influence and features.

He deals in shipping, agriculture, and real estate. His son is managing the FOLAWIYO group.

10_IGBINEDION FAMILY.

The last and never the list family is the Igbinedion family, very important to the Benin people.

The progenitor of the family is Gabriel Igbinedion. He is the Esama of Benin, he owns the chieftaincy title in the community. This title makes them rank as one of the richest families in Nigeria