Many Nigerians express the level of their wealth in the houses they live. It reflects opulence, grandeur and panache. Many are built in specific areas of the city while some are built in rural areas as country homes. Bigger and more expensive homes typically signify greater affluence.
The Qoheleth presents few of such houses owned by some of the country’s multi billionaires located in Lagos
Mike Adenuga, a very successful business tycoon and one of the richest men in Africa at a net worth of $7 billion has his residence located in Banana Island in Lagos His mansion is valued at ₦100 billion.
Aliko Dangote owns one of the most expensive mansions in Banana Island, Lagos. The mansion is valued at over N2 billion. Dangote is a Nigerian entrepreneur, investor, and a prominent business magnate. He is the chairman at Dangote Group. Dangote is the wealthiest individual in Africa as well as among the top 150 richest people in the world.
The home of Folorunsho Alakija’s, an oil magnate and richest women in Africa is a kingdom on earth. The mansion located in Ikoyi, Lagos is said to contain 400 rooms, an artificial pool, light wells in place of windows due to its vast grounds and numerous wings, offices for her businesses, and a large 200 parking spaces. It was built by Julius Berger at a whooping cost of $700 million. It is said to be one of the most expensive mansions in Africa.
David Adedeji Adeleke, popularly known as Davido lives in a luxurious mansion in Banana Island, Lagos This exquisite home, named Giuliano De’ Medici after the influential Florentine Renaissance family, reflects a symbol of grandeur.
The mansion is built by Sujimoto Construction, a leader in African luxury real estate, featuring eight opulent 5-bedroom terrace apartments and two of Lagos’ most coveted penthouses. The mansion is said to worth $1.5 million.
Sayyu Dantata’s Mansion
The Sayyu Dantata’s mansion on Banana Island is valued at ₦2 billion. Sayyu Dantata is a distinguished Nigerian entrepreneur, investor, and business magnate who holds the positions of Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at MRS Group. His business portfolio includes ownership of several companies and firms in Nigeria, reflecting his impressive entrepreneurial endeavors.
Emeka Okonkwo, popularly known as E-money is a successful businessman and entrepreneur. His house in Lekki, Lagos is valued at N1 billion. E-Money is one of the most affluent persons in Nigeria. He is a famous investor, entrepreneur, business tycoon, and the Chief Executive Officer of Five Star Music. He also has interests in oil, gas, and shipping. Besides investing in his home country, he owns multiple businesses.
Musician Burna Boy’s sprawling 13,000 sq ft, 2-story Lekki mansion reflects his taste with its calming beige and grey exterior. The mansion is said to worth about $1.5 million. The interior showcases a living room overlooking a blue-tiled pool and lush garden, furnished with designer armchairs. Beyond lies a private haven: 7 bedrooms with high ceilings, a cinema, lounges, a vinyl room, a game room, a music studio, and a gym.
Linda Ikeji’s Banana Island mansion is known for its luxury. It is worth N850 million and ranked among the most expensive houses on the island, Lagos. This massive property painted white is very reminiscent of the American white house.
