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Nigeria's business and political elite gathered in Madinah on Tuesday to bury Alhaji Aminu Dantata, the revered 94-year-old industrialist who passed away in Abu Dhabi. The solemn ceremony at Al-Baqi Cemetery followed Jana'iza prayers at the Prophet's Mosque, attended by a high-powered federal delegation and family members led by Aliko Dangote.

  • Federal Delegation: Defence Minister Badaru Abubakar led officials including Justice Minister Fagbemi and Information Minister Idris
  • Royal Presence: Emirs of Kano (Sanusi II and Ado Bayero) joined grieving family members
  • National Tribute: Senate postponed constitutional review hearings in honor of the philanthropist
  • Final Journey: Body transported from UAE by son Tajudeen Dantata and nephew Dangote
"We've lost not just a businessman, but a bridge between generations," remarked Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin during the Senate's minute of silence.

Sources: Leadership News