Nigeria´s Vice President Kashim Shettima has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of renowned Nigerian businessman and philanthropist, Aminu Alhassan Dantata who died at the age of 94 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
In a condolence message, Vice President Shettima described the late Dantata as “a living bridge that connected us to our past” and “an irreplaceable institution.” He praised Dantata for his lifetime of service and contributions to the country.
The Vice President noted that Dantata’s departure leaves a void that cannot be filled, describing him as “one of the greatest titans in Nigeria’s philosophical history.” Shettima’s message conveys the significance of Dantata’s legacy and impact on the country.
Dantata was an uncle to Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote. His passing has been confirmed by his Personal Private Secretary, Mustapha Abdullahi Junaid as the country mourns the loss of this iconic figure, celebrating his life and achievements.
Meanwhile, Northern Governors have also expressed deep sorrow over the demise of renowned business magnate and philanthropist, Aminu Alhassan Dantata.
Chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum and Governor of Gombe State, Inuwa Yahaya in a condolence message on behalf of his colleagues, described the death of the Kano-born industrialist as a monumental national loss and the end of a remarkable era. He noted that the deceased was one of Africa’s wealthiest and most respected private sector figures.
“It is with profound sorrow and a deep sense of national loss that I, on behalf of the Government and people of Gombe State as well as the Northern States Governors’ Forum, mourn the passing of elder statesman and one of Africa’s most accomplished businessmen and philanthropists, Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata. His demise marks the end of a remarkable era, an era defined by visionary enterprise, uncommon generosity, rare humility and integrity”.
He remarked that, Aminu Dantata was a towering figure in the economic history of Nigeria who belonged to a class of visionary leaders committed to enterprise, development and uplifting of humanity.
“Alhaji Aminu Dantata’s contributions to the socio-economic transformation of Northern Nigeria and the country at large are both monumental and enduring. We have indeed lost a pillar of support, a source of wisdom, and a true elder statesman,” Governor Inuwa Yahaya added.
The Forum extended its heartfelt condolences to the Dantata family, the government and people of Kano State, and the entire country. He prayed to Almighty Allah to forgive the shortcomings of the deceased and reward his lifetime of service with Aljannatul Firdaus.
(Editor: Terverr Tyav)
