How Aliko Dangote celebrated 68th birthday
How Aliko Dangote celebrated 68th birthday
Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, hit the news recently when he turned 68 on April 10, 2025.
Scores of well wishers from different walks of life, including President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as well as family members, sent him accolades to felicitate him.
Tinubu acknowledged Dangote’s impact on Nigeria’s economy, and his legacy as a symbol of enterprise, innovation and philanthropy.
According to a statement by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the president described Dangote as “Africa’s industrial icon.”
He lauded his unwavering commitment to nation-building.
“Aliko Dangote’s life embodies hard work, generosity, and faith in Nigeria’s potential. His willingness to invest in people and nation-building reflects profound business ingenuity and love for humanity,” the statement said.
Tinubu also encouraged the youth to tread Dangote’s path as a role model to be relevant in their generation. “Let Dangote’s story remind us that with vision, grit, and a sense of purpose, greatness is within reach,” Tinubu said.
He also urged them to “pursue enterprise with courage and consistency.”
Billionaire businessman, Femi Otedola, who also dedicated an Instagram post to celebrate his longtime friend.
Other notable personalities, including boxing champion, Anthony Joshua, joined in the celebration, making the evening a moment of elegance and splendor.
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Nigeria’s top financial institutions also attended the celebration with custom-made cakes.
GT Bank, Access Bank, and FCMB presented birthday cakes to the legendary business icon.
One of the cakes was a towering depiction of a refinery. Another was styled like a grand mosque, while another was designed in the shape of a cement factory.
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How Aliko Dangote celebrated 68th birthday