Alhaji Aliko Dangote
Alhaji Aliko Dangote is a Nigerian businessman and the founder of the Dangote Group, which is known for its operations in commodities such as cement, sugar, and salt. As of 2023, he is recognized as Africa's richest person, with a net worth of approximately $23.9 billion, making him the 86th richest person in the world. His wealth significantly increased following the commencement of operations at the Dangote Petroleum Refinery in Lagos, the largest refinery in Africa and the seventh-largest globally. Dangote's entrepreneurial ventures have not only transformed the Nigerian economy but have also positioned him as a key player in global energy markets, as he aims to reduce the country's reliance on imported petroleum.
Born on Apr 10, 1957 (68 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Nigeria | 2 | 6.00 | 1.43% | +10% | 206,139,589 | 3,239,336 | $448,000 | 7,040$ |
| Totals | 2 | 206,139,589 | 3,239,336 | $448,000 | 7,040$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Nigeria:
Alhaji Aliko Dangote has announced plans to reduce the price of Liquefied Petroleum Gas.
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Nigeria:
Alhaji Aliko Dangote has doubted the possibility of the state-owned refineries functioning again.
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Nigeria:
Alhaji Aliko Dangote is mentioned as the brother of Aminu Dantata's grandfather.
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Nigeria:
Alhaji Aliko Dangote is involved in the naira-for-crude deal and the operations of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery.
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Nigeria:
Mobolarin reaffirmed the group’s readiness to support the initiative in line with the vision of its founder, Alhaji Aliko Dangote.
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Liberia:
Alhaji Aliko Dangote is among the high-profile speakers and stakeholders attending the Annual Meetings.
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Nigeria:
Fashola emphasized the need for the government to work closely with Alhaji Aliko Dangote regarding the naira-for-crude deal.
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Nigeria:
Alhaji Aliko Dangote has retired as Chairman of the Board of Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc, bringing an end to a 20-year leadership of the company.
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Nigeria:
Alhaji Aliko Dangote is the President of Dangote Group and has expressed concerns about the survival of his refinery amid rising petrol imports.
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Nigeria:
Alhaji Aliko Dangote proposed a price freeze on cement for contractors working on Renewed Hope projects.
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