Gilbert Chagoury was born on January 8th, 1946 in Lagos State, Nigeria, to Lebanese Nigerian parents, Ramez and Alice Chagoury. He is a businessman, Entrepreneur and philanthropist.
Gilbert Chagoury Profile
Real Name: Gilbert Ramez Chagoury
Net Worth: $4.5 Billion
Date of Birth: January 8th, 1946
Country of Origin: Nigeria
Education: Bsc Holder
Source of Wealth: Entrepreneur
Gilbert Chagoury Biography
Gilbert was raised in Nigeria, a country that he loves so much. He was sent to study at College in Lebanon and after returning to Nigeria began a promising business career, rising quickly to become Director of Sales for a Nigerian car company.
Gilbert Chagoury Career
Gilbert’s commitment to African development was further cemented following his marriage to Rose Marie Chamchoun, the daughter of a successful businessman operating in Niger and Benin. It was this commitment which focussed Gilbert’s development of a business empire, almost entirely based in Africa.
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With brother Ronald Chagoury in partnership, the Chagoury industrial and financial empire has grown to encompass a multi-faceted business chain, determined to break the myths and perceptions of African developmental limitations. Chagoury’s plans for the future include tying up the best of African industry to the resource needs of China, India and Latin America. He is the owner of the giant Eko Hotel & Suites in Lagos and the groundbreaking Eko Atlantic City.
Gilbert Chagoury Personal Life
Giberlt got married to Rose Marie Chamchoum in 1969 and they live in Victoria Island, Lagos. They have three children; Ramez Gilbert Chagoury, Gilbert Antoine, and Christopher Chagoury.
Gilbert Chagoury Awards
In 2017, Rwanda has awarded Chagoury the ‘Igihango’ title, one of the highest honours in the country.
Gilbert Chagoury Net Worth
Gilbert Chagoury is estimated to have a net worth of about $4.2 billion