Tinubu hails Dangote at 69, applauds economic contributions

President Bola Tinubu has extended warm felicitations to AAliko Dangote, Africa’s foremost industrialist on his 69th birthday, applauding his contributions to Nigeria’s economic growth.

Mr Tinubu described Dangote as Africa’s leading industrialist whose investments have significantly advanced Nigeria’s industrialisation and economic development.

This is contained in a statement issued by Presidential Spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, on Friday in Abuja.

The president commended Dangote’s entrepreneurial vision, resilience and innovation, noting that his ventures have transformed key sectors of the economy.

He highlighted the establishment of the Dangote Refinery and Petrochemical Company and cement factories across Africa as milestones in positioning Nigeria as a major industrial hub.

Mr Tinubu said Dangote’s conglomerate had played a vital role in job creation, infrastructure development and strengthening confidence in the Nigerian economy.

“I salute Aliko for his conglomerate’s role in job creation, infrastructure development, and unwavering belief in the Nigerian economy and its potential.

“Dangote remains a shining example of African enterprise, whose achievements continue to inspire a new generation of entrepreneurs across the continent,” he said.

The president also praised the industrialists’ philanthropic efforts through the Dangote Foundation, particularly in health, education and poverty alleviation.

He noted that the foundation’s interventions had positively impacted millions of lives across Nigeria and beyond.

Mr Tinubu prayed for Dangote’s continued good health, wisdom and greater accomplishments in service to Nigeria, Africa and humanity.

NAN