Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is expected in Kano state, North West Nigeria, on Friday, July 18, 2025, on a condolence visit to the government and people of the state, as well as the family of the late elder statesman and renowned philanthropist, Alhaji Aminu Dantata.
The visit was confirmed in a statement released by the spokesperson to the Kano State Governor, Sunusi Bature.
President Tinubu’s visit follows the recent passing of Alhaji Dantata, a respected business magnate whose life of service, philanthropy, and investment left a lasting impact across Nigeria.
The renowned businessman and philanthropist died at the age of 94 and was buried beside his wife’s grave at the Al-Baqi Cemetery in the holy city of Madina, Saudi Arabia, on July 1.
President Tinubu was out of the country at the time of Dantata’s passing but directed some of his ministers, led by the Defence Minister, to attend the burial in Saudi Arabia as a mark of honour for the late nonagenarian.
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Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf described the President’s visit as a symbol of national unity and a mark of deep respect for the people of Kano and the enduring legacy of the late Aminu Alhassan Dantata.
“This is a moment of solemn reflection and national respect,” the governor stated. “I urge all residents of Kano to welcome the President in our traditional spirit of hospitality, dignity, and honour.”
He also assured the public that adequate security and logistical arrangements have been made to ensure a smooth and orderly visit.