Nigeria, a diverse nation with over 250 ethnic groups and 500 languages, is home to numerous wealthy individuals across its 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory.

As Africa’s largest economy, with a nominal GDP of $362.81 bn according to the World Bank as of 2023.

Nigeria has produced some of the richest people across various sectors, including oil, gas, real estate, technology, and agriculture

Here are the richest people from these states in Nigeria, according to a list compiled by Richlist Nigeria.

Sokoto State
Ahmed Dasuki is the chairman of Fifth Chaka Polo and Country Club and has served as a board member of Stanbic IBTC Holding Company. He is also the founder of Quaditect Consultants and the chair of Drill Masters Africa. He owns a stake in MTN Nigeria valued at approximately $53.75 million in 2022.

Aliyu Jelani is a prominent figure in the automotive industry. He is currently the Director-General of the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) in Nigeria. He has had a distinguished career at General Motors, where he worked for over 15 years. During his time there, he contributed to the design of several notable vehicles, including the Buick Rendezvous, Oldsmobile Bravada, and Opel Astra. He was also the lead exterior designer for the Pontiac G6 and the Chevrolet Volt.

Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar is the 20th Sultan of Sokoto and a highly influential figure in Nigeria. As the spiritual leader of Nigeria’s Muslims, he plays a crucial role in religious and cultural matters, including the declaration of Muslim festivals. His influence extends to approximately 98.7 million Muslims in Nigeria, which is about half of the country’s population.
Taraba State
Theophilus Yakubu Danjuma,

Jigawa State
Nasiru Haladu Danu

Isah Mohammed Gerawa, the Founder and Chairman of Gerawa Group of Companies,

Ebonyi State
David Nweze Umahi

Adamawa State
Atiku Abubakar, the former Vice President of Nigeria,