Emeka Okonkwo
Born (1982-02-18) 18 February 1982 (age 42)
Occupations
  • Businessman
  • entertainer
SpouseJuliet Okonkwo
Children3

Emeka Okonkwo (born on February 18, 1982)[1] widely known as E-Money, is a Nigeria socialite[2] businessman, investor and entrepreneur. He is the Chief Executive Officer of Five Star Music, a record company in NIgeria and Emmy Cargoes Shipping Nigeria Limited.[3]

Early life and education

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E-Money early life was in Ajegunle, Lagos State where he completed his primary education at Ajegunle Primary School. He is from Amaputu in Uli, Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra State.[4] In 2019, he received a doctorate degree from the European American University.[5]

Career

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E-money is the Chairman/Founder of the FIve Star Group. E-Money's rise to wealth and prominence began with a $2 million contract early in his career, which significantly repositioned him in the business world and transformed his life. He diversified his interests by entering the shipping industry with Emy Cargo and Shipping Services Nigeria Limited, established in 2007[6] to offer shipping and clearing services in Nigeria's maritime sector. In addition, he co-founded Five Star Oil & Gas with his brother Kcee in 2016[6], making him a notable figure in the oil and gas industry. E-Money also has various real estate ventures and holds investments in Union Bank Nigeria Plc. In addition to his ventures in oil, gas, and shipping, he also owns several businesses overseas.

CEO of Emmy Cargoes Shipping Nigeria Limited

References

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  1. ^ "E Money (Emeka Okonkwo) Biography, Career, Awards, and Net Worth". March 22, 2024. Retrieved July 6, 2024.
  2. ^ "E-Money wins Anambra Most Influential Person Of The Year". January 1, 2022. Retrieved July 6, 2024.
  3. ^ gistreel (June 5, 2023). "E-Money Net Worth, Biography, Business, and Wife". Retrieved July 6, 2024.
  4. ^ "E-Money: Meet Nigeria's 41-year-old billionaire who struggled through life to afford luxurious lifestyle". July 31, 2023. Retrieved July 6, 2024.
  5. ^ "Hurray! E-Money bags Doctorate Degree". April 7, 2019. Retrieved July 6, 2024.
  6. ^ a b "E-Money's net worth, houses, private jet, cars, family and more". October 27, 2022. Retrieved July 6, 2024.