aliko dangote

The Digest: In a revealing statement, Africa's wealthiest man, Aliko Dangote, claims he built his vast empire from the ground up, asserting that he did not inherit any wealth from his father. The billionaire said that any inherited assets were given to charity. Key Points: Aliko Dangote...

The Digest: A fuel war is brewing in Nigeria as Aliko Dangote presses President Tinubu to include refined petroleum products in the 'Nigeria First' policy, which bans imports of items that can be locally produced. Dangote argues that fuel imports harm local refining, but oil marketers...

The Digest: Aliko Dangote, Africa's richest man, has announced his retirement as Chairman of Dangote Cement to prioritize his other major projects. He will focus on the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, petrochemical, and fertilizer plants, aiming to elevate his business trajectory. Key Points...

The Digest: In a keynote at the West African Refined Fuel Conference, Aliko Dangote shared the challenges of Dangote Refinery's crude imports. Africa's dependency on imported refined fuel leads to an annual $90 billion loss, hindering local industry growth. Dangote urges change. Key Points...

The Digest: Aliko Dangote, Africa's richest man, is making strides in his industrial empire by planning to build Nigeria's largest seaport. Located in Ogun State, the deep Atlantic seaport will boost Dangote Group's export capacity and strengthen logistics operations. Key Points: Aliko...

Aliko Dangote told President Tinubu that his company paid N450 billion in taxes in 2024, the highest in Nigeria, more than all banks combined. He also pledged N900 billion for infrastructure projects and named the refinery access road after the President, praising Tinubu’s leadership and support...

Why must healing mean flying out? At the Gates Foundation's Goalkeepers event in Lagos, Aliko Dangote raised a bold challenge: end Nigeria’s dependence on foreign hospitals and build a healthcare system at home. According to Premium Times, the industrialist called on the wealthy and the...

Aliko Dangote, Nigeria’s billionaire industrialist and President of Dangote Group, has been appointed to the World Bank’s Private Sector Investment Lab. This initiative aims to tackle investment barriers in developing countries and create jobs. Dangote joins a select group of global business...