Africa’s Richest Man, Aliko Dangote, Reveals He Owns No Home Outside Nigeria

Aliko Dangote, Africa’s richest man, recently revealed that he doesn’t own a house outside Nigeria. Dangote stated that he has two homes, one in Kano and another in Lagos, and stays in a rented apartment when visiting Abuja, the nation’s capital. He emphasized that not owning houses abroad allows him to concentrate on building his businesses in Nigeria. His revelation surprised many Nigerians, as it clashes with what many have come to expect from the nation’s elites. Dangote, listed by Forbes in January as Africa’s richest man for the 13th consecutive year, has a net worth of $13.9 billion. He made his fortune in cement and sugar and recently opened an oil refinery in Lagos. His comments have sparked reactions on social media, with some praising his dedication to Nigeria’s industrialization.

SOURCE: BBC