Acting National Caretaker Committee Chairman of labour Party, Senator Esther Nenadi Usman, has praised the legacy of Alhaji Aminu Dantata, for inspiring and nurturing countless individuals into becoming giants in their own rights.
Senator Usman, in a condolence message following the death of the business mogul recalled that the Late Alhaji Dantata believed in mentorship and investment in human capital development.
She pointed out that the Late businessman’s drive and foresight led to “the remarkable success of his nephew, Aliko Dangote, Africa’s wealthiest man, whose story continues to reflect the enduring impact of Alhaji Dantata’s belief in building people, not just businesses.”
According to her, “Alhaji Dantata’s legacy is deeply etched in the fabric of Nigeria’s economic history. His visionary leadership and commitment to enterprise development laid the foundation for a generation of thriving businesses and entrepreneurs.
“Through mentorship and investment in human potential, he inspired and nurtured countless individuals – many of whom went on to become giants in their own right,” she stated.
The National Caretaker Committee Chairman added that”It is with a heavy heart that I received the news of the passing of Alhaji Aminu Dantata, an iconic figure in Nigeria’s business landscape and one of the last towering industrialists of his generation in Africa.”
And that “His passing is an immense loss, not only to his family and the people of Kano State, but to the entire nation. His contributions to commerce, philanthropy, and national development will remain a guiding light for generations to come.
“On behalf of the entire Labour Party family, I extend our deepest condolences to his family, associates, and the nation at large. May Almighty Allah (SWT) forgive his shortcomings, grant him Aljannatul Firdaus, and comfort all who mourn this irreplaceable loss,” she consoled.
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