President Bola Tinubu expressed sadness over the death of Aminu Dantata, an elder statesman, business magnate, and philanthropist.
Dantata, who died at the age of 94 on Saturday morning, was a well-known and successful businessman.
In a statement issued by his special adviser on information and strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu described Dantata’s death as a colossal national tragedy.
‘President Tinubu Mourns The passing of elder statesman and business icon, alhaji Aminu Dantata at 94′ is the title of the statement.
“With the death of Alhaji Dantata today, we lost a prominent business mogul, patriot, and elder statesman who contributed significantly to the growth and development of our nation,” he stated.
Tinubu acknowledged his outstanding contributions to Nigeria’s economic growth and development.
In addition to his long-standing and well-known commercial expertise, the late Dantata served as Commissioner for Planning and Development in the former Kano State, among other public sector positions.
The president praised Dantata for his public-spirited philanthropy, which affected many lives, particularly in education and healthcare services.
The president reflected on his friendship with the late billionaire, praising his insightful guidance and support as extremely encouraging and valuable.
“Alhaji Dantata will be remembered for his industry, diligence, steadfastness, and great commitment to national unity through his many business ventures and philanthropic activities that touched the countless lives of Nigerians, Tinubu stated.
Tinubu extended his sincere condolences to the Dantata family, the government, and the people of Kano State on the passing of Nigeria’s famous son.
