…Hail Business Titanas Pride of Africa’s Enterprise, Philanthropy
The Chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) and Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, has paid glowing tribute to Africa’s foremost industrialist and business titan, Aliko Dangote, on the occasion of his 69th birthday, describing him as a towering symbol of African enterprise and visionary leadership.
In a goodwill message, on behalf of the 19 Northern Governors, Governor Inuwa Yahaya said Dangote’s extraordinary journey from entrepreneurship to global industrial prominence is a source of pride not only to Northern Nigeria but to the entire African continent.
He noted that through the Dangote Group, the business mogul has redefined the possibilities of indigenous enterprise by building world-class industries that continue to drive economic growth, strengthen local capacity and create thousands of jobs across Nigeria and beyond.
A statement signed by Ismaila Uba Mislli DG Press Affairs Gombe State government house said the NSGF Chairman particularly commended Aliko Dangote’s bold investments in strategic sectors, especially cement manufacturing, petrochemicals and refining.
He noted that the establishment of the Dangote Refinery and the expansion of cement plants across Africa have significantly enhanced the continent’s industrial competitiveness and reduced dependence on imports.
Governor Inuwa Yahaya said Dangote’s steadfast confidence in Nigeria’s economy and his readiness to commit long-term investments to national development have made him a shining example of what visionary private sector leadership can achieve.
According to him, the Northern Governors hold Dangote in high esteem for his immense contributions to economic transformation, youth employment, infrastructure development and the promotion of Africa’s self-reliance in critical industries.
The Forum also praised his far-reaching humanitarian interventions through the Aliko Dangote Foundation, particularly in the areas of health, education, humanitarian relief and poverty reduction, which have touched millions of lives across communities.
On behalf of the Governors of the 19 Northern States, Governor Inuwa Yahaya prayed for Allah’s continued blessings upon Dangote, wishing him sound health, greater wisdom, and many more years of impactful service to Nigeria, Africa and humanity.