Real estate billionaire King Ochacho has disclosed that he made his first ₦1 billion at the age of 21 while involved in the coal business, years before he ventured into politics.
Speaking during a recent conversation, Ochacho recounted his early entrepreneurial journey and explained that his involvement in the coal business provided an important foundation for his financial success.
According to him, he was involved in the business before eventually joining politics. He said his political career was followed by a decision to leave active politics and concentrate on his businesses and his Christian faith.
“I made my first ₦1 billion at 21. I did coal business, before joining politics,” Ochacho said.
The businessman also spoke about his views on Nigerian politics, particularly the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Ochacho described Tinubu as one of the best presidents he has seen in his lifetime, while also highlighting the President’s influence in Nigerian politics.
“Asides other circumstances, Tinubu is one of the best presidents I’ve seen in my life from way back,” he said.
He further made a statement about Tinubu’s influence in shaping political leadership, saying, “He has made presidents.”
Ochacho’s comments have generated reactions, particularly his account of achieving significant financial success at a relatively young age and his assessment of Tinubu’s political career.
His revelation also highlights the various stages of his career, from his early involvement in the coal business to politics and subsequently real estate.
While discussing his political views, Ochacho presented his assessment of Tinubu as a personal opinion based on his experience and observation of Nigerian politics.
The businessman’s claim that he made his first ₦1 billion at 21 also remains his personal account, with no independent financial documentation provided in the statement to verify the exact amount or the period in which it was accumulated.
His remarks have continued to attract attention online, with discussions focusing on his business journey, his brief political involvement and his views on the current administration.
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