Superstar Afrobeat singer, Davido Adeleke welcomes home the one-out-of-150 produced 2023 Mercedes–Maybach S680 by Virgil Abloh car in Lagos, Nigeria. The limited edition car reported to be worth about ₦340M was designed by Virgil Abloh who passed on last year, and Mercedes only produced only 150 of it.
Superstar Afrobeat singer, Davido. Credit: @Davido / Instagram Davido, however, gifted himself the magnificent off-road two-tone paint job that is similar to the one found on the Project Maybach concept car. The delivery of the Mercedes-Maybach S680 must have cost the singer a fortune as it is flown into the country via air, unlike his Rolls Royce which was shipped and took months to arrive. Sharing the photos, the singer wrote on his Snapchat page, “My baby flew in safe,” while tagging the location as Lagos, Nigeria.
The arrival of Davido’s Mercedes-Maybach S680 in Nigeria. Credit: @Davido / Snapchat It is worth noting that the news of the singer’s latest car acquisition was made public by the famous blogger, Tunde Ednut. In an Instagram post, he had exclaimed about the whooping cost of the car and praised the O.B.O for celebrating himself with the gift.
The arrival of Davido’s Mercedes-Maybach S680 in Nigeria. Credit: @Davido / Snapchat “WOW! WOW!! WOW!!! DAVIDO just bought himself a 2023 MAYBACH VIRGIL ABLOH, which costs $530,000. $530,000 🟰 N394,000,000 STOP PLAYING!!! “Only 150 of these were made, and he bought one of them for a whooping N394,000,000, excluding shipping and clearing in Nigeria. Eiiiiiiiiiiiii God Oooooooo!!!” Ednut wrote.
bala mohammed. Photo Credit: @senbalamohammed: Instagram Bala Mohammed Early Life On October 5, 1958, he was born to Fulani parents in Duguri town, Alkaleri local government area, Bauchi State. He began his education in 1965 at Duguri Primary School in Bauchi, where he graduated with honors in 1971. He attended Government School Bauchi from 1972 to 1976, when he obtained his WAEC. North East College of Art and Science awarded him an advanced-level recognition in 1979. He furthered his education by obtaining a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Maiduguri. Also Read: Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri Bio: Early Life, Political Career, Wife and Net Worth Bala Mohammed Career Governor Isa Yuguda, his political godfather, reportedly lost him after Yuguda married President Umaru Yar’Adua’s daughter and switched to the People’s Democratic Party (PDP). After the death of Umaru Yar’Adua, Mohammed joined the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and became close to President Goodluck Jonathan. Bala Mohammed stood for and was elected senator of Bauchi State’s South Senatorial Zone in 2007 on the platform of the All Nigeria Peoples Party [ANPP]. He gained to fame as one of Nigeria’s most outspoken politicians while serving in the Senate. Bala Mohammed served on eight committees, including the Northern Senators Forum as secretary and the Senate Committee on Aviation as vice chairman. Communication, finance, public accounting, rules and business, environment, labor, and productivity were among the committees. Senator Bala Mohammed was sworn in as the Governor of Bauchi State under the Peoples Democratic Party banner on May 29, 2019, after defeating the incumbent Governor, Mohammed Abdullahi Abubakar, by 515,313 votes to 500,625 votes. The victory was upheld by the Supreme Court on January 20, 2020. Bala Mohammed’s problems with Nigerian anti-corruption authorities following his election as Bauchi State governor-elect are tied to the state’s leaving governor, Mohammed Abubakar. Read More: Umo Eno Bio: Biography of the Happy Hour Governor Awards and Nominations In 2021, he was named Governor of the Year for Infrastructure by Nigerian News, a UK-based media organization. Honorary Fellowship of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) 2021 2021 Best Pilgrim Governor in the Northeast Region, Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission, 2013 United Nations Public Service Delivery Excellence Award Personal Life He has two children with his wife, Hajiya Aisha Bala Mohammed. Net Worth Bala Mohammed’s net worth is estimated to be around $20 million, according to several web sources. Social Media 
Willie Obiano Bio. Photo Credit: @willie4gov: Instagram Willie Obiano Early Life Willie Obiano was born on August 8, 1957, in Aguleri in Nigeria’s Anambra East Local Government Area. Willie Obiano began his schooling at the Holy Trinity Primary School in Onitsha, where he completed his primary education. He completed his secondary school at Christ the King College in Onitsha, where he earned his West African School Certificate. Following this, he attended the University of Lagos, where he earned a B.Sc. Second Class Upper in Accounting in 1979 and an MBA in Marketing in 1993. Willie Obiano was a standout student in school. He received the John F. Kennedy Award for Essay in 1974 at C.K.C. Onitsha. During his National Youth performance, he received a National Merit Certificate and the Best Youth Corper Award for his exceptional performance in Benue State. Willie Obiano Career In 1981, Obiano worked as a Supervisor at First Bank of Nigeria Plc. He also worked for Texaco as a refinery and bunkering auditor, quickly rising to the post of Texaco’s Chief International Auditor before joining Fidelity Bank Plc in 1991. He was a Deputy Manager and Head of Audit at Fidelity Bank. He was promoted to the rank of manager shortly after joining the bank. He was appointed Executive Director in 2003, having previously served as General Manager. Also Read: Umo Eno Bio: Biography of the Happy Hour Governor Professional Accolades Willie Obiano has received various professional accolades such as: The Distinguished Banker of the Year 2012 Award. Willie Obiano is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) Patron of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Lagos (Mainland) President of the AMP8 (Advance Management Programme) of Lagos Business School for ten years 2006 Building New Ventures (Member) Harvard University, USA Class (Member) Harvard Business School, Boston, USA (Member) Stanford University (Member). Willie Obiano was elected governor of Anambra State in November 2013, after successfully running on the platform of the All Progressive Grand Alliance (APGA). In November 2017, he was re-elected on the platform of the All Progressive Grand Alliance (APGA). Awards He is also a church pillar, having given significant donations and contributions to many development projects in the Catholic Church, the Anglican Church, and some Pentecostal churches around Nigeria. As a result, he has received numerous church honours, including one from the Catholic Diocese of Onitsha (2008), another from the Catholic Association for Communication in Nigeria (2011), and still another from St Gerald Catholic Church Gbagada in 2010 as the Grand Pillar of the Parish. Obiano was also named patron of St. Gerald’s Catholic Church, Gbagada Parish (2008), as well as the Catholic Artists and Entertainers Association of Nigeria. He received the Maribet Consult and the Catholic Women Association of Nigeria’s Role Model of the Year Award in 2009, and the Awka Development Union’s Career Excellence Award in 2008. Read More: Alex Otti Bio: Who is the newly elected Abia state governor? Personal Life Chief Willie Obiano is married to Her Excellency Ebelechukwu Obiano, and the couple has two children. Chief Willie Obiano’s altruistic nature and readiness to assist those in need are one of his most admirable attributes. He is reported to have discreetly run a Foundation that provided scholarships to numerous Anambra North Senatorial District residents. Net Worth Willie is estimated at $300 million. He got his wealth as an oil businessman, governor and his service in the business industry. Social Media Twitter: @WillieMObiano 
Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri Bio. Photo Credit: @AhmaduFintiri: Twitter Early Life and Education Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri was born on October 27, 1967, in Madagali, Adamawa State, Nigeria, to a military-oriented family. From a young age, his father, a respected soldier, instilled in him the principles of discipline, service, and integrity. Fintiri grew up with his five siblings, enjoying the essence of family solidarity and shared objectives. Fintiri devoted himself to achieving his academic objectives because he understood the importance of education as a driver for individual and societal growth. At Central Elementary School Gulak, where he graduated with honours in 1981, he finished his elementary education. Also Read: Governor Alex Otti Biography, Early Life, Career, Political Career, Wife and Net Worth In order to further his education, Fintiri enrolled at the Government Day School in Gulak and afterwards the Government Secondary School in Michika, where he graduated in 1986 with an SSCE Certificate. Driven by a thirst for knowledge and a desire to advance intellectually, Fintiri continued his studies at the University of Maiduguri. He obtained a Bachelor of Arts in History in 1992, which equipped him with a solid knowledge of the past and how it affects the present and future. Fintiri’s desire to learn new things did not stop there. He earned a Post Graduate Diploma (PGD) in Policy and Strategic Studies from the same prominent university in 2004, expanding his knowledge of governance and strategic decision-making. Career Fintiri’s political career began in the halls of the Adamawa State House of Assembly, where he was a member. His extraordinary leadership talents began to surface during this crucial age, winning him acclaim among his peers. His remarkable talent and unshakable dedication catapulted him to the prestigious post of Speaker of the House, where he expertly guided legislative activities, assuring effective government and representation of the people’s interests. When Adamawa State’s previous governor, Admiral Murtala Nyako, was impeached in July 2014, the state experienced a difficult era. Fintiri, demonstrating his extraordinary ability, took over as acting Governor, governing the state with the utmost integrity and intelligent decision-making. Fintiri managed a smooth transition of power, passing over the keys to Bala James Ngilari after three months of committed service, demonstrating his devotion to democratic processes and the rule of law. Fintiri’s desire to assist his people went beyond his duty as acting Governor. He faced tough competition in the 2019 Adamawa State governorship election but triumphed. He easily defeated the incumbent governor, Bindo Jibrilla of the All Progressives Congress, with 376,552 votes. This triumph demonstrated the people’s unshakable faith in Fintiri’s leadership talents and his unflinching commitment to pushing Adamawa State’s progress and development. Fintiri’s tenure as Governor of Adamawa State has been defined by a tireless pursuit of progress and development. He has prioritized essential sectors such as infrastructure, healthcare, education, and agriculture. Significant progress has been made under his imaginative leadership in strengthening the state’s infrastructure, ensuring accessible healthcare for all people, improving school quality, and encouraging agricultural programs that benefit local communities. Fintiri’s unrelenting commitment to excellent administration and inclusive policies has earned him enormous respect and appreciation from both Adamawa State residents and his political colleagues. Personal Life Mr Fintiri is married and the father of three children. Lami Ahmadu Fintiri is the name of his wife. Fintiri received steadfast support and companionship in his personal life through his marriage to Hajia Lami Ahmadu Fintiri. Her constant support has been important in his political journey, allowing him to concentrate on his duties as a public servant. Net Worth Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, a seasoned Nigerian politician, is now the Governor of Adamawa State and is reported to have a net worth of $5 million. Social Media Twitter: @AhmaduFintiri 
