Making It Big: Lessons from a Life in Business

A powerful memoir from billionaire entrepreneur Femi Otedola, charting his rise, setbacks, and impact—from transforming Nigeria’s oil industry to championing philanthropy across Africa.

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“There are very few books by successful African business leaders documenting their journey… but in particular for a younger generation.” – Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, WTO Director General

In Making It Big, Femi Otedola, one of Africa’s most influential entrepreneurs and philanthropists, shares the remarkable story of his rise—from dreaming of business as a child to becoming a Forbes-rated billionaire by age 41. This compelling memoir blends personal reflection with practical insight, offering a rare look into the mindset, strategies, and values that shaped his journey.

Otedola recounts how he built and rebuilt his fortune, transforming Forte Oil Plc into a top performer on the Nigerian Stock Exchange, and later shifting focus to philanthropy and education.