President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun have spoken glowingly of Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote on the anniversary of his 68th birthday.
The President extended warm wishes to the foremost industrialist and philanthropist, praising his enduring impact on the continent’s economic transformation and Nigeria’s industrial advancement.
In a by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President described Dangote, founder and President of the Dangote Group, as a visionary business leader whose resilience and innovation have redefined entrepreneurship across Africa.
The statement reads: “Aliko Dangote’s life embodies hard work, generosity, and faith in Nigeria’s potential. His willingness to invest in people and nation-building reflects profound business ingenuity and love for humanity.”
Acknowledging Dangote’s sweeping contributions – from cement and agriculture to the recently inaugurated Dangote Refinery – the President highlighted how these ventures have strengthened Nigeria’s pursuit of self-sufficiency and job creation.
“Through his industrial undertakings, Dangote has played a pivotal role in Nigeria’s march toward economic sovereignty,” Tinubu said, citing the entrepreneur’s alignment with national development goals.
The President also lauded Dangote’s philanthropic efforts through the Dangote Foundation, which he noted, has uplifted millions of underprivileged Africans, offering critical support in health, education, and poverty alleviation.
He offered prayers for continued vitality, wisdom, and long life for the business mogul, urging the youth to emulate Dangote’s enterprise, resilience and spirit of service.
Prince Abiodun, who described Dangote as “the pride of Africa”, noted that the industrialist has proven the inherent zeal, determination and entrepreneurship across the continent.
He said that Dangote’s contributions to the economy in Nigeria and in Africa can never be over-emphasized especially in the area of youth employment and corporate social responsibility.
The governor prayed for more fulfilled years ahead for him and requisite strength to carry on the path economic growth and development.
The congratulatory message reads: “I want to heartily congratulate my friend and brother, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, on the occasion of his birthday, on behalf of the government and the people of Ogun, I wish him more fulfilled years in sound health. May God Almighty continue to guide and guard him.”
Credit: thenationonlineng.net
