Felix Chidi Idiga (Chairman/CEO of JAFAC Group) Biography, Career, Cars, Private Jet, Net Worth

Felix Chidi Idiga is a Nigerian Business Mogul/Entrepreneur/ Administrator and Politician, Born June 30, 1963, in Amifeke, Orlu, Imo State. He is the Chairman/CEO of JAFAC Group of Companies, Felix Idiga attended St. Mary’s Primary School, Amaifeke, Orlu, from 1972 to 1977 and later proceeded to secondary school. He was unable to complete secondary school in one stretch due to his natural quest for business and entrepreneurship.

Consequently, he ventured into the business world in 1984. With the help of his father, he was provided the initial capital to start up a house utensils business in Onitsha. Inevitably, in June 1987, he went over to Lagos State, Nigeria to seek greener pastures and to diversify his growing business. Later, he ventured into importation by travelling to Europe to import certain goods like designer shoes and apparel. Felix later went back to school, Pre-Varsity Education Centre, Adeniyi Jones, Ikeja in 1990, to complete his disrupted secondary education. He later proceeded to the University of Lagos, Akoka for his Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science, and also attended Dorben Polytechnic Bwari, Abuja, Nigeria to study Business Administration & Management.

Felix Chidi Idiga Family

Felix C. Idiga is happily married to his wife, Chinyere Ada Idiga, who is the Managing Director of Galpin Suites. They have four children, namely: Dr. Juliet O. Essilfie, a surgeon at UCLA Medical Center in the USA; Sandra C. Odunze, the founder of Corporate Minority; Felix I. Idiga, the Managing Director of Swat Technology; and Dr Sharon O. Jensen-Cody, an award-winning researcher who earned her PhD from Iowa State University in the USA.

Felix Chidi Idiga Career

Mr. JAFAC ventured into the business world in 1984. With the help of his father, he was provided the initial capital to start up a house utensils business in Onitsha. Inevitably, in June 1987, he went over to Lagos State, Nigeria to seek greener pastures and to diversify his growing business. In 1989, he established and incorporated JAFAC Data Systems and JAFAC Car Accessories, being his first two companies. He incorporated JAFAC Automobile in 1990; he also in 1990, ventured into wine importation, excelling in all. In 1997, he spread his business tentacles to Palmdale, California, United States of America, where he opened the JAFAC 98 Cent Groceries store. The same year, the ship of JAFAC Conglomerate was birthed in Victory Boulevard, Los Angeles, USA via JAFAC Auto Inc.

Chief (Dr.) Sir, Felix C. Idiga (JAFAC) is a Nigerian Business Mogul/Entrepreneur/Administrator and Politician. Felix is sitting at the top of eight incorporated limited liability companies with a staff strength of 328.

He became a billionaire at the age of 37. He is the chairman/CEO of the JAFAC Group of companies involved in Dredging, construction, Aviation, Agriculture, Oil and gas, and Hospitality among others

Businesses owned by Felix Chidi Idiga

• JAFAC Motors Nigeria/ JAFAC Auto Inc. USA
• JAFAC Wine
• JAFAC Oil and Gas
• JAFAC Construction Limited
• JAFAC Investment Nigeria Limited
• SWAT LINK’s Limited (Maritime)
• Swat Technology Limited
• JAFACReal estate
• Global Private Jet Charter
• JAFAC Hospitality Industry (Galpin Suites & Hotel)

Felix Chidi Idiga Background

• HUMANITARIAN SERVICES

In 1999, he founded a JAFAC FOUNDATION, a nexus through which he and his wife, Lady Chinyere Ada Idiga extend the caring arm of hope and empowerment to the needy and less privileged. Offering scholarships to indigent students, from primary to university level, providing free medical care, equipping the youth with skills and capital, and empowering market men and women.

• American Unique Staff Provider

In 2001, Felix established American Unique Staff Provider, a staffing agency in three different locations: the City of Van-Nuys, the City of Santa Anna and the City of San Bernardino, all in California USA. With a Staff strength of 138, comprising Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Nurses, and Elderly/Child Care Workers.

• AGRICULTURE

In Nigeria, Felix has also helped to develop a policy for achieving sustainable agricultural food and security. In 2006, he collaborated with Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) to cultivate and produce rice massively in the Ini Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom. VI. In 2008, Felix opened Jafac Construction Company Ltd, with a cooperate office at km. 18 Airport Road, Igwuruta, Port Harcourt. Today, the company has built very solid and durable roads and bridges in the Niger Delta States.

• JAFAC OIL AND GAS

Felix is also a major player in the oil and gas sector, where his company –SWAT Links Limited is a supportive instrument to both indigenous and multinational oil companies, offering the following services: Dredging, Marine logistics, Offshore services, Tug boats barges, Security boats, shore protection, Asphalt production and sales, Equipment leasing, procurement, etc.

• GOGAN

In 2018 Felix incorporated an Advocates Support Group for good governance, GOGAN (Good Governance Ambassadors of Nigeria), spread all over Nigeria with over 9000 members.

Felix Chidi Idiga Political career

In 2015, Chief Felix Idiga contested for the Imo West Senatorial Zone under the Accord Party. He later went on to support the All Progressive Congress (APC) on a State and Federal level, He also donated his private jet to Tinubu’s campaign.

Felix Chidi allegedly donated billions of naira to a political party in 2015,2019 and 2023.

Felix Chidi Idiga Cars and Private Jet

He has a collection of Rolls Royce cars, including Cullinans, Phantoms, Ghosts, and other automobiles, in his garage. He also owns the highest number of private jets and Rolls Royce in Nigeria.

Felix Chidi Idiga Private Jet

Felix Chidi Idiga’s Net worth

Mr. Felix became a Billionaire in his mid-30s, His net worth is estimated at $879 million, making him one of the richest Igbo men.