Celebrities, by definition, are individuals who are famous and well-known in the public eye, typically because of their talents, skills, or achievements in fields such as entertainment, sports, business, or politics. Many celebrities can amass large amounts of wealth due to their high profile and the demand for their work or services.
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The net worth of a celebrity is calculated by adding up all of their assets (such as property, investments, and businesses) and subtracting their liabilities (such as debts and cars). The result is their net worth, which is a measure of their total wealth.
Some of the factors that can contribute to a celebrity’s wealth include:
- High-paying work: Celebrities can earn significant amounts of money for their work, such as film or TV roles, sports contracts, music sales, or brand endorsements.
- Business ventures: Many celebrities start their businesses or invest in companies, which can generate additional income and increase their net worth.
- Investments: Celebrities may invest in real estate, stocks, or other assets that appreciate over time.
- Inheritance: Some celebrities may inherit wealth from their family or spouse.
Now let’s take a close look at the top 10 richest people in Nigeria in 2024 and how much money they have. This list was, of course, carefully put together from the Forbes 2024 list of the wealthiest Nigerian celebrities. So, we don’t get to choose who goes on the list and who doesn’t.
Ned Nwoko – $1.2 billion
| Real name | Prince Chinedu Munir Ned Nwoko |
| Date of birth | 21 December 1960 |
| Country of Origin | Federal Republic of Nigeria |
| Source of Wealth | Politician, Businessman |
| Net worth | $1.2 billion |
| Wives | Regina Daniels, Laila Charani and Others |
You have probably heard about Ned Nwoko, without searching for who he is. His name rings a bell in the minds of many youths, that is if you are active with the latest news and gossip. I would like to tell you myself, but I will leave that task to you. Just know that there is a reason why Ned Nwoko is a spec.
Ned Nwoko has been many things in Nigeria and has grounded himself as one of the rich men in Nigeria. Born Prince Chinedu Munir Ned Nwoko on the 21st of December 1960 into a royal family, he had the padding he needed to be successful. He was born into the royal family of the Nwoko’s of Idumeje Ugboko Kingdom in Aniocha North LGA, Delta State, Nigeria.
- Ned Nwoko Cars
If he has a Castle in the air, then he has the money to buy any type of luxury car that he fancies. He has many cars and has also bought many cars for his wives, and it is almost impossible to put an exact figure to the number of cars he owns.
Sijibomi Ogundele – $400 million
| Real name | Sijibomi Ogundele |
| Date of birth | April 8th, 1981 |
| Country of Origin | Federal Republic of Nigeria |
| Source of Wealth | Real estate |
| Net worth | $400 million |
Sijibomi Ogundele is on the list of the richest Nigerian men under 40. He is regarded as one of the youngest Nigerian billionaires. But how has he gotten to the billionaire stage only while in his 30s?
Sijibomi was born on April 8th, 1981 into a home with a father who worked a 9-5 job as a manager and a mother who was a full-time entrepreneur.
He grew up on the streets of Agege Lagos and attended state-owned schools. For his primary school, he went to Oko-Oba primary school where he also got his First School Leaving Certificate. To further his education, he attended Model College, for his secondary school.
He also acquired a law degree from Anglia Ruskin. With his mother being a trader, he grew up around the Oke-Arian market, filled with industrious Igbo traders which partly influenced his passion for business.
Growing up in Oko-Oba, a neighbourhood where only two households could be found owning a generator set in over 47 houses on the street, this became a challenging factor that made him hate poverty. To date, Sijibomi admits that poverty has remained a major driving force for him.
- Sijibomi Ogundele Cars
As a luxury lover and man of the people, Sijibomi Ogundele has most of the luxury and expensive cars you can think of, during a video commercial of sujimoto and Comedian @BillionairePrinceWhite we believe the vehicle used in that skit is all owned by the real estate boss Mr Sijibomi, those cars include three Rolls Royce Phantom, three Toyota Land Cruiser Prado, One Toyota Hilux
- Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
- Rolls Royce Phantom
- Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
- Rolls Royce Phantom
Obi Cubana – $96 million
| Real name | Obinna Iyiegbu |
| Date of birth | April 12, 1975 |
| Country of Origin | Federal Republic of Nigeria |
| Source of Wealth | Businessman |
| Net worth | $96 million |
| Wife | Mrs Ebele Iyiegbu |
| Children | Alex, Ifeanyi, Ebube, Kosisochukwu, |
Obinna Iyiegbu popularly known as Obi Cubana is a Nigerian businessman, entertainer, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and a show killer, he is the chairman and the owner of the popular Cabana group, Obi Cubana was born on 12th April 1975. Obinna Iyiegbu best known as OBI CUBANA is from Oba, a community in Demili-South Local Government Area in Anambra State, Nigeria.
Obi Cabana attended Central Primary School where he obtained his First School Leaving Certificate. He proceeded to Dennis Memorial Grammar School Located in Onitsha where he obtained his West Africa Senior School Certificate(WAEC).
- Obi Cubana love for expensive cars
Over the years, the billionaire has continued to purchase several luxury cars. He owns some of the flashiest cars. And his garage is said to be worth billions of Naira.
Just in 2022 alone, the billionaire has purchased several cars that all together are worth 500 million Naira.
Some of these vehicles he bought for himself, while others he gifted others. Still, the money came from his pocket.
Below are the three vehicles Obi Cubana worth 500 million Naira bought in 2022.
- 2022 Toyota Land Cruiser 300 70th Anniversary
Recently, Obi Cubana purchased the two-month-old Land Cruiser 300 series worth millions of Naira. Getting that car to Nigeria will have increased the cost to hundreds of millions.
But, Obi Cubana did it and is one of the few owners of the 2022 Land Cruiser 300 series Special Edition in the world.
- 2022 Lexus LX 570
Another car Obi Cubana owns is the 2022 Lexus LX 570. However, this is the second Lexus the billionaire has bought this year. The first was for his Abuja manager, Rejoice Odogwu Ndubuisi, worth 45 million Naira.
This 2022 Lexus LX 570 is the new fourth-generation LX 600 for 2022. This Lexus automaker flagship SUV gets a starting price of $110,000. Also, buyers of this can add what they want in their car on the Lexus website’s configurator.
Obi Cubana bought this 2022 LX 600 for the promotion of Odogwu betters,
- 2022 Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 SUV
Yes, Obi Cubana has a 2022 Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 SUV which he bought silently with no noise, davido trended for weeks when he bought his own 2022 Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 SUV, and sometimes billionaires like Obi Cubana spend billions without the next finger noticing.
This 2022 Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 SUV is Obi Cubana’s top luxury car after his Rolls Royce.
- 2022 Mercedes Benz S580
Man of the people, Man of the year 2021, Obi Cubana buys himself a 2022 Mercedes Benz Maybach S580 guard 4matic bulletproof worth over 250 Million Naria.
This was made known by his friend Man Like Chico who took to his Instagram story to share the news of the newly acquired vehicle with Congrats boss @obi_cubana, It’s plenty
Other old cars owned by Obi Cubana
Obi Cubana kept getting richer, and we all know that as you get richer, your taste in luxury grows as well. Over the past few years, Obi Cubana has stopped using those blow cars, which is why we call them “old cars.” Some recent videos show that they are no longer in his Abuja mansion garage. He may have given them away or sent them to the village, but you can still see some of his old cars.
- Two Lexus LX
He and his wife own one each, this is the car they use for their family time out when going for a trip, it is a nice spacious SUV and it has the following features. A 5.7-litre V8 with 403 lb-ft of torque3 adds to the power behind the prestige, With a commanding stance and eye-catching LED illumination, the LX dominates with style and grace. The LX offers a bird’s-eye view of the vehicle’s surroundings19 for added safety and peace of mind. Check LX for sale in Carmart.ng
- Mercedes Benz 4matic S450
This is his car, he has seen around with the car most time and he says he likes the car because it’s simple.it has the following features. The S450 4Matic is identical to the regular S450, but with the addition of all-wheel-drive and without the option of Magic Body Control. This means that it can accelerate slightly more quickly, but the negative impact lies in fuel economy and ultimate comfort. Check Mercedes Benz 4matic S450 for sale in Carmart.ng
- Obi cubana Range Rover
The car has been spotted with Obi Cubana’s wife severally as she uses it for her office and other important places. It has the following features, delivers an exceptionally refined experience and leading Range Rover Sport capability both on- and off-road. PHEV takes the Range Rover Sport from 0-60 mph in just 6.3 seconds and on to a top speed of 137 mph. Check Mercedes Benz 4matic S450 for sale in Carmart.ng
- Obi Cubana Rolls Royce Phantom
Davido – $90 Million
The Nigerian singer and leader of the 30BG gang DAVIDO is another wealthy Nigerian singer with a net worth of over 15 billion Naira. Davido owns the HKN music record with his brother and has signed many Nigerian artists.
Davido has houses in Banana Island and a getaway mansion in Georgia, USA. He is also one Nigerian musician with top taste in luxury cars, and they include:
- 2019 Rolls Royce Cullinan
- Bentley Bentayga
- Bentley Continental GT
- Porsche Panamera Turbo S
- Range Rover Sports
- Range Rover SV autobiography
- Chevrolet Camaro GS
- Audi R8
- Audi Q7
- Mercedes-AMG GLS63
- Mercedes G-Wagon
- Toyota Land Cruiser
Jowi Zaza – $74.6 million
| Real name | Joseph Eze Okafor |
| Date of birth | 19th March 1985 |
| Country of Origin | Federal Republic of Nigeria |
| Father | Sir Joseph Ezeokafor |
| Source of Wealth | Oil and Gas |
| Net worth | $74.6 million |
Jowi Zaza is a young Nigerian billionaire in his early thirties who acquired a luxury new ride to celebrate his birthday recently which sparked so many questions online. The 34-year-old oil mogul Jowi Zazaa reportedly Gifted himself a Lamborghini Aventador Worth N115m For His Birthday.
To those who follow him, you should know by now because Jowi Zaza is no stranger to fast and beautiful cars and he added a Lamborghini Aventador to his fleet of cars on his birthday. Interestingly, this is the second time the Anambra-born billionaire would acquire this vehicle.
Jowi Zaza as we all know him back then in Madonna is the CEO of Jezco oil and gas and he also runs Jezco lubricant. The company was founded by his billionaire father who handed the business over to him.
- Jowizaza’s Latest Car Collections
Wealth is on different levels, the best feeling is when you are already a billionaire in your 30s, you know you’ve made it when the celebrities are close to you and you are not even in the entertainment industry.
This is the case of this young and lowkey Nigerian Billionaire, Joseph Ezeokafor who is the heritor to a billion dollar oil business. Only a few of you might have heard him but for the sake of the majority, we are giving you information on Jowizaza’s Latest Car Collections.
Wizkid – $70 Million
The Nigerian singer’s net worth is valued at 15 billion. Wizkid, who now owns Starboy Entertainment, owns a 13 million Naira mansion in Surulere and Los Angeles. The Starboy owns a private jet and has a collection of cars that includes:
- 2021 Rolls Royce
- 2019 Lamborghini Urus
- 2020 V-Class
- Maybach
- G-Wagon
- Porsche Panamera
- BMW X6 Crossover
Don Jazzy – $55 Million
Don Jazzy has acquired a lot of wealth through being in the Nigerian music industry. The billionaire’s net worth is valued at 37 billion Naira. The record label boss owns three mansions in Lekki, Banana Island, and Los Angeles. Some of his exotic car ride collections are:
- Porsche 911 Carrera
- Bentley Continental
- Cadillac Escalade
- Mercedes Benz E350
E money – $55 million
| Real name | Emeka Okonkwo |
| Date of birth | 18 February 1982 |
| Country of Origin | Federal Republic of Nigeria |
| Source of Wealth | Entertainment, Shipping and Auto Sales |
| Net worth | $55 million |
| Wife | Juliet Okonkwo |
Emeka Okonkwo who is famously known as E-money and also the Nigerian youngest billionaire is an entrepreneur, investor, business tycoon, and the chief executive officer (CEO) of Five Star Music.
He is into Oil and Gas and Emmy Cargoes Nigeria Limited formerly called Borisa Nigeria Limited (a shipping company) and also has a different chain of businesses abroad.
Born Emeka Okonkwo in Ajegunle, Lagos, Nigeria, on February 18, 1981, E-Money got his nickname after he started throwing money around and demonstrating what a luxurious life he had. Some other people even refer to him as Arabic money for his over-the-board generosity.
He is the younger brother of the Limpopo crooner, Kcee, and also the official sponsor of his music career plus that of Harrysong and Skiibii. He is also the head of a shipping company called Emmy Cargoes Nig. The company was established in 1997 and was formerly called Borisa Nig. Ltd. He is also into real estate as well as oil and gas.
Unlike his elder brother, E-Money is married. He has three sons with his wife, Juliet, whom he’s been married to for about eight years now. According to him, he met Juliet in 2003 when he was still struggling to make money and she was just what he was looking for – a God-fearing and non-materialistic woman.
- E-money cars
View complete E money Latest Car Collections – Emoney Car Gallery
Burna Boy – $40 Million
The African Gaint is another wealthy musician in the country with a net worth currently valued at 12 billion Naira. Burna has been in the music industry for years, and his success skyrocketed around 2018. Since then, the singer has become an international singer with several concerts and awards.
Burna owns a massive multimillion-naira mansion In Lekki, and below are some of the cars the singer owns:
- Red hot Rolls Royce Dawn Convertible
- Ferrari 458 Italia
- Bentley Continental
- Mercedes Benz G-Wagon
Linda Ikeji – $20 million
| Real name | Linda Ifeoma Ikeji |
| Date of birth | 19 September 1980 |
| Country of Origin | Federal Republic of Nigeria |
| Source of Wealth | Nigerian blogger/TV Streaming Platform |
| Net worth | $20 million |
Linda Ifeoma Ikeji is a Nigerian most-ranked blogger, writer, entrepreneur, and former model. She is known for her blog www.lindaikejisblog.com
Ikeji was born and raised in a Catholic family from Nkwerre in Orlu Zone, Imo State, Nigeria. She is the second child. She began writing at the age of 10. She finished secondary school at the age of 17 and, at 18, enrolled at the University of Lagos, where she studied the English language. To assist her family and support herself through school, she had part-time jobs as a waitress, model, and writer. Ikeji graduated from the University in 2004. In 2006, she started blogging as a hobby. At that time, the internet was not as prominent in Nigeria and she had to make her posts at a cybercafé.
Not just becoming one of the most searched people in Nigeria, Linda Ikeji’s blog has gained more trust in online advertisement, Companies and banking industries don’t take their eyes off Linda Ikeji’s blog as a way to reach their audience through placing banner ads, For years now Guaranty Trust Bank and Globacom Limited (Glo) has placed a sidebar ad worth 1 million naira monthly.
- Linda Ikeji Cars:
A lover of style and fashion, Linda Ikeji has various luxurious cars in her garage including;
- Bentley Mulsanne.
- Infinix FX35
- Land Rover Autobiography
- Range Rover
- Toyota Camry
