Friday, 5 December 2014

Aliko Dangote Named Person Of The Year By Forbes Africa


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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