Billionaire businessman, Aliko Dangote was on Thursday named Forbes Africa's Person of the Year 2014.
At the unveiling ceremony in Nairobi, Kenya, Dangote dedicated the award to Nigeria.
"Thank you @forbesafrica. I am humbled by this honour. I dedicate the award to Nigeria and I am proud to be an African"
It was his fourth nomination for the position.
According to the Judges; "Aliko Dangote is a Lion of Africa in terms of business. He is second to non when it comes to investing in Africa, not just Nigeria. He is also a capitalist with a big heart. He puts his money where his mouth is and his foundation is a step forward for a man who wants to make a difference on the continent."
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