Terry Waya Net Worth updates: All to know about Kiddwaya’s father
Terry Waya Biography & Net Worth 2021 updates: Everything to discover about Terseer Kiddwaya’s father
Upon hearing Kiddwaya’s name, two things will come to the mind of most Nigerians; he was a participant in the recently concluded Big Brother Naija lockdown edition. Secondly, he is one of the offspring of billionaire Terry Waya.
While only a few Nigerians were aware of who Terry Waya is, his son’s involvement in the reality show, nevertheless, brought him back into the spotlight.
Terry Waya is a name that resonates in Nigeria’s political and social circles. He is regarded as an underground billionaire and a socialite, and has led an extravagant lifestyle even prior to the rise of social media.
To learn more about Terry Waya, keep reading.
Profile Summary
Name
Terry Waya
Nickname
Mr Versace
Date of Birth
3rd of May 1965
Age
56
Occupation
Business mogul
Marital status
Married
State
Benue
Tribe
Tiv
Nationality
Nigerian
Terry Waya’s Biography
The Nigerian billionaire was born on the 3rd of May 1965 in Mbayongo, Benue State. He turned 56 in 2021, and his birthday celebration was marked by some of the most prominent figures in the nation.
Terry Waya belongs to the Tiv tribe. In an interview with the BBC, he revealed that he faced numerous challenges in his early years, after which he moved to Kaduna, where he enrolled in Kaduna Polytechnic.
He then relocated to Abuja, where he connected with various military personnel, which later played a significant role in his success.
Due to his substantial achievements, he eventually moved to the UK.
Personal Life
While there are no accessible details regarding his parents online, the billionaire maintains a very low profile.
Terry Waya is married to Susan Waya, who is the mother of his two sons; Al-Giani and Teseer Kidwayya.
There are also reports suggesting that he has other children with different partners.
Lifestyle
The billionaire is often referred to as Mr Versace; this stems from his immense admiration for the luxury fashion brand. It can be said that everything he owns, from his shoes and clothing to his swimming pool and chairs, bears the touch of the Versace label.
Terry Waya is also viewed as a lavish spender.
Business
He is known to be involved in various significant business pursuits, including hospitality, real estate, and oil and gas, among others. He is also closely associated with politicians in the country, with some reports alleging that he acts as a mentor to certain political figures.
Controversies
Despite his fame and fortune, the billionaire has found himself in several controversies over the years, one of which involved his arrest for money laundering in London. Ultimately, he was granted bail following his court proceedings.
Another incident occurred in 2005 when it was reported that he was among the sureties who aided in the release of former Bayelsa State Governor, Diepreye Alamieyeseigha, from UK custody.
It is worth noting that the former governor, who was on vacation, was detained due to money laundering allegations.
Terry Waya later stated that he secured his release with £500,000.
Net worth
While there is no precise report on his net worth, he owns numerous properties and high-value assets, and is regarded as a billionaire in US dollars.
