In this article, we will delve into the family background of the richest man in Africa, Aliko Dangote. You will read about the impact of his family on his current status as the richest man in Africa. Keep reading to find out more!
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Brief detail about Africa’s Wealthiest man Dangote
Aliko Dangote is a very wealthy Nigerian business tycoon. He is the chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Dangote Group, an industrial conglomerate. He was born on 10 April 1957 (64) in Kano, Nigeria. Dangote is currently the richest man in Africa with an estimated net worth of $19.2 as of 2022.
Family Background of Aliko Dangote
Is Dangote from a poor family background? He was born into a wealthy Muslim family. His father’s name was Mohammed Dangote and his mother was Mariya Sanusi Dantata. His grandfather was the wealthiest man in Africa at the time of his death in 1955.
So obviously, Aliko Dangote is from a rich family. In fact, he was born with a silver spoon in his mouth. But his current status as the richest man is not entirely induced by his rich family background.
Contrary to what many believe that it was a family inheritance that made him rich, he started his business empire singlehandedly. When he was interviewed, he said,
“I can remember when I was in primary school, I would go and buy cartons of sweets [candy] and I would start selling them just to make money. I was so interested in business, even at that time“.
The impact of Dangote’s family on his later life.
The only difference is that his family history paved the way for him in his many endeavors. Considering his eagerness to do business, he would still have become successful and wealthy if he were from a poor home.
His grandfather and father were all great businessmen and that has energized him to succeed. He is not from a poor home, nor a family of losers. So briefly, Dangote’s rich family background is one of the factors that are responsible for his success as a businessman and Africa’s wealthiest man.
