Aliko Dangote is a Nigerian business magnate and entrepreneur who is widely regarded as one of the wealthiest individuals in Africa. Born on the 10th of April 1957, in Kano, Nigeria, Dangote is best known for his extensive business interests, particularly in the fields of cement production, sugar manufacturing, salt processing, and flour milling.
Dangote is the founder and chairman of the Dangote Group, a conglomerate with operations in several African countries. The Dangote Group is involved in various industries, including cement manufacturing (Dangote Cement), sugar production (Dangote Sugar Refinery), salt production (Dangote Salt), and more. Dangote Cement, in particular, is one of the largest cement manufacturers in Africa and has expanded its reach beyond the continent.
Aliko Dangote’s success in business has earned him recognition and accolades, and he has consistently been listed as one of the richest people in the world by Forbes magazine. His business ventures have not only contributed to his personal wealth but have also had a significant impact on Nigeria’s economy and the African continent as a whole. Dangote is known for his philanthropic efforts, and he has donated substantial sums to various causes, including education and healthcare in Nigeria.
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9th January 2020
Aliko Dangote, Chief Executive Officer of Dangote Industries, and Africa’s richest man, talks about the population explosion in Nigeria, his keys to success in business, and his philanthropic efforts. He appears on “The David Rubenstein Show: Peer-to-Peer Conversations.” The interview was recorded Sept. 26 2020 in New York.
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