Terry Waya, a prominent Nigerian businessman celebrated for his opulent lifestyle, recently disclosed his estimated net worth at a staggering $2.2 billion. The revelation came during a candid conversation with Romanian media personality Oana Irimia, who probed him directly about his current financial standing. Waya, never one to shy away from such inquiries, responded confidently, “Maybe about 2.2 billion dollars.”
Waya’s business interests are broad, spanning agriculture, industrial ventures, and investment portfolios. He currently holds the position of Executive Director at GT Carbon. His reputation for extravagance precedes him—Waya is often in the spotlight for his premium properties and taste for high-end fashion, especially his collection of luxury watches.
The public’s fascination with Terry Waya reignited when his son, Kiddwaya, became a household name as a contestant on the 2020 edition of Big Brother Naija. Kiddwaya captured attention by asserting that his presence on the reality show was purely for enjoyment, not the monetary prize. This move seemed to draw Terry Waya back into public consciousness, where he has remained a frequent figure ever since.
Though often associated with glamour and affluence, Terry Waya’s journey has not been without controversy. He has faced legal troubles in England, resulting in two convictions for financial offenses, and he’s had encounters with Nigeria’s Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
Born in Benue State, Waya moved to Kaduna as a child, later relocating to Abuja where he carved his path to success. His educational foundation was laid at Kaduna Polytechnic. Waya’s big break arrived in the early 1990s when he consulted for the construction of the iconic Transcorp Hilton in Abuja. This opportunity propelled him into the upper echelons of Nigerian society—first as a go-to fixer for influential politicians in the mid-90s and early 2000s, and subsequently as an astute investor with stakes in the UK and across Europe.
