Dr. Stephen Akolade Akintayo is a celebrated Nigerian author, serial entrepreneur, investment strategist, real estate magnate, and digital marketing expert. As the Chairman and CEO of Gtext Holdings-a multinational conglomerate spanning real estate, consulting, agriculture, and digital marketing-he has emerged as one of Africa’s most influential investment mentors and a trailblazer in the continent’s property development sector.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Dr. Stephen Akolade Akintayo |
| Date of Birth | January 28, 1986 |
| Place of Birth | Gonge, Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Partner | Bisi Akintayo (“The Amazon of Mini-Importation”) |
| Children | Ephraim, Sapphire, Divine |
| Occupations | Chairman of Gtext Holdings, Investment Coach, Real Estate Developer, Digital Marketing Consultant, Author, Philanthropist, Ordained Pastor |
| Net Worth | Multimillionaire (exact figure undisclosed; global real estate portfolio and business ventures) |
Early Life and Education
Born on January 28, 1986, in Maiduguri, Borno State, to Victor and Deborah Akintayo, Stephen grew up in extreme poverty alongside four siblings.
Raised predominantly by his mother, a civil servant, after his father’s business collapsed, he endured childhood hardships, including food scarcity and lack of electricity.
He attended Baptist Primary School in Maiduguri (1990–1996) and Government Secondary School, Jebba (1996–2002), before earning a BSc in Microbiology from Olabisi Onabanjo University in 2010.
His entrepreneurial journey began at 17, driven by his mother’s resilience and his determination to escape poverty.
Career
Akintayo founded Gtext Holdings (originally Gilead Balm Group Services), a conglomerate with subsidiaries like Gtext Homes, Gtext Land, and Stephen Akintayo Consulting.
The company has expanded globally, with real estate projects in Nigeria, Dubai, the USA, and the UK, including a $200 million development initiative in the United States. He hosts educational shows like Investment Chat in a Rolls Royce and Learning Luxury Show, sharing wealth-building strategies.
A dedicated philanthropist, he established the Stephen Akintayo Foundation and Infinity Foundation, supporting orphans and conflict victims. Additionally, he is an ordained pastor and founder of Stephen Akintayo University, an online platform teaching entrepreneurship and investment skills.
Personal Life
Stephen is married to Bisi Akintayo, a businesswoman renowned as “The Amazon of Mini-Importation.” They have three children: Ephraim, Sapphire, and Divine. He proudly identifies with his roots in Borno State, Nigeria.
Dr. Stephen Akintayo Net Worth
While exact figures remain private, Akintayo is widely considered a multimillionaire, with wealth anchored in his global real estate portfolio and diverse business ventures. His companies manage over 30 estates, ranging from 50 to 2,000 acres each.
Books
A prolific writer, Akintayo has authored over 40 books, including:
- Billionaire Habits: Secrets the Poor Don’t Use
- Advanced Mini Importation
- Becoming a Billionaire Land Banker
- The Good, The Bad and The Ugly of Investing in Africa
- Visa Made Easy: Secrets to Global Travel
- The Mobile Millionaire
- Survival Instinct: Leading from a Third-World Country
- Affiliate Business Cashflow
- Millionaire Bloggers
- Weight Loss Masterplan: 21-Day Transformation
Awards and Recognitions
His accolades include:
- 2023 Forbes Best of Africa Leading Investment Coach Award
- Honorary Doctorate in Real Estate Development (European American University)
- U.S. Congressional Recognition Certificate
- Thomas Sankara Leadership Award (NANS)
- National Platinum Award of Excellence (CONYO)
- Outstanding Young Person Award (Junior Chamber International)
