Africa’s richest businessman, Aliko Dangote, has said he no longer wants to be described as the richest man on the continent, saying he prefers to be recognised as someone who creates wealth for others
Dangote made the statement on Monday while officially launching the Initial Public Offering (IPO) of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals at the Nigerian Exchange in Lagos.
“I don’t want anybody again to call me the richest man in Africa. I want to be called the wealthiest man in Africa so that I can create wealth for others,” Dangote said.
The billionaire businessman said the refinery’s IPO represents an opportunity for Nigerians and Africans to participate in wealth creation through ownership.
“Today, we are not merely offering shares. We are offering an opportunity to participate in the transformational chapter of not only Nigeria’s economy but Africa’s economy,” he said.
Dangote urged Nigerians to embrace the capital market, saying wider participation would help create prosperity and strengthen the economy.
The businessman also reflected on the sacrifices behind building his empire, acknowledging the years he spent away from his family while pursuing his business goals.
He thanked his three daughters, Mariya, Halima and Fatima, for their support and understanding during the years he devoted to expanding his business interests.
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