Billionaire business mogul Femi Otedola has confirmed the release date for his anticipated memoir, Making It Big: Lessons from a Life in Business. The book will launch globally on August 18, 2025, reaching readers in Nigeria, multiple African countries, and the United Kingdom.
This memoir details Otedola’s rise from modest beginnings to becoming one of Africa’s most respected entrepreneurs. Furthermore, it offers actionable lessons on leadership, calculated risk-taking, and seizing opportunities. In addition, the narrative reveals behind-the-scenes moments that shaped his business empire.
Wide International Bookstore Network
Otedola revealed that the memoir will be sold in more than seven countries, and he expects to expand this list in the weeks ahead.
United Kingdom
Readers in London can purchase copies at Waterstones UK and Book Peddler UK Limited.
East and Central Africa
Tanzania: TPH Bookshop and Elite Bookstore in Dar es Salaam, plus Elite Bookstore in Dodoma.
Uganda: Mahiri Bookstore and Tubaze Bookstore in Kampala.
South Sudan: Kakule Bookstores in Juba.
Cameroon: GVG SARL and Ange Mbelle.
Kenya and Ghana
Kenya: Soma Nami Books, Prestige Books, Cheche Bookstore, Text Book Centre in Nairobi, Text Book Centre in Kisumu, Much A Do About Books in Mombasa, and Books & Bloom in Nanyuki.
Ghana: City Reads, Readers Hub Ghana, and Vidya Bookstore in Accra.
Nigeria to Host the Largest Distribution
Nigeria will have the widest coverage, with dozens of outlets offering Making It Big.
Lagos: Lumbooks Nigeria, Ouida Books, Page Book Connoisseurs, Patabah Books, Quintessence Ikoyi, Roving Heights, Vog and Wod Bookshop, Alara Lagos, Book Nook Limited, Bookpeddler NG, Glendora Jazzhole, Glendora Ikeja City Mall, Laterna Books.
Port Harcourt: BBIP Bookstore PH, Chapters Books Ltd, Bookville World, Kenphilox Bookstore.
Abuja: Adams Pages, Karatu Books, Spine and Label Books, The Bookmarket Nigeria, Ebeano Supermarkets (also in Lagos).
Benin City: Zekbooks.
Enugu: Dainz BooksNG.
Ibadan: Booksellers.
Umuahia: Bella Books.
Uyo: Boldoz Bookstore.
Asaba: Flomat Books.
Additionally, Otedola confirmed that more outlets will join the list as distribution expands.
Otedola’s Message to Readers
“This is not just my story,” Otedola stated. “It represents lessons learned, challenges faced, and opportunities seized throughout my journey. My goal is for readers across the world to access these insights.”
What the Memoir Offers
In Making It Big, Otedola shares how he built Zenon Petroleum, expanded into multiple industries, and eventually became chairman of Geregu Power Plc.
Highlights include:
Strategies for building resilient businesses.
Lessons on leadership and philanthropy.
Tactics for managing high-stakes investments.
Real-life examples of navigating volatile markets.
Because the book blends personal reflection with practical advice, it appeals to both aspiring entrepreneurs and seasoned business leaders.
Global Anticipation Builds
The August 18 launch will take place in multiple countries simultaneously. Consequently, anticipation is high among investors, business professionals, and fans. Moreover, the memoir’s themes, resilience, vision, and opportunity, are especially relevant in today’s fast-changing economic climate.
Otedola intends this release to inspire a new generation of entrepreneurs. Therefore, the launch is expected to be one of Africa’s most talked-about literary events in 2025.
