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PRESIDENT TINUBU MOURNS THE PASSING OF ELDER STATESMAN AND BUSINESS ICON, ALHAJI AMINU DANTATA AT 94
 
President Bola Tinubu mourns the passing of Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata, an elder statesman, business mogul, and philanthropist.
 
Dantata, who passed away at 94 in the early hours of Saturday, was a renowned and accomplished businessman.
 
President Tinubu described Dantata's death as a monumental national loss because of his sterling contributions to Nigeria's economic growth and development.
 
In addition to his long-standing and reputed business acumen, the late Dantata served as Commissioner for Planning and Development in the old Kano State, among other public sector roles.
 
President Tinubu eulogised Dantata for his public-spirited philanthropy, which touched lives, especially in education and healthcare delivery.
 
The President recalled his relationship with the late mogul, describing his wise counsel and support as deeply encouraging and beneficial.
 
"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.
 
"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 countless lives of Nigerians," the President declared.
 
President Tinubu sends his heartfelt condolences to the Dantata family, the Government, and the people of Kano State on the death of Nigeria's illustrious son.

Bayo Onanuga
Special Adviser to the President
(Information and Strategy)
June 28, 2025

The passing of Alhaji Aminu Dantata, a patriarch of industry, philanthropy, and public virtue, marks the end of an era and the loss of one of the last great custodians of Nigeria’s moral and entrepreneurial heritage.

Alhaji Dantata was not merely a business icon he was a conscience of his generation. Through quiet philanthropy, principled leadership, and an unshakable commitment to the upliftment of society, he etched his name into the soul of our nation. His humility in affluence, wisdom in counsel, and generosity in service made him a pillar of not just Kano but of Nigeria’s moral and developmental landscape.

As we bid farewell to this titan of integrity and compassion, I extend my heartfelt condolences to the Dantata family, the Kano Emirate Council, and the people of Nigeria. May Almighty Allah (SWT) forgive his shortcomings, multiply his rewards, and grant him eternal repose in Aljannatul Firdaus. -AA

Inna Lillahi Wa Inna Ilaihi Raji’un!

I mourn the passing of our father, an elder statesman, industrialist, business mogul and philanthropist, Alhaji Aminu Dantata, who died this morning. He spent his life worshipping Allah SWT and in the service of humanity.

I extend my heartfelt condolences to his immediate family, the Kano business community, and the entire people of our state, Kano. Indeed, we have lost a father whose role in the development of our state and, indeed, the country cannot be overemphasised.

His highly cherished business acumen, exemplary philanthropy and interventions will continue to inspire us. He was a symbol of integrity.

May Allah SWT grant Alhaji Aminu Dantata Aljannatul Firdausi.

May Allah SWT give his immediate family and all of us the strength to bear this loss.

Allah ya jikan shi da rahama

Amin Ya Allah

Senator Kalu Mourns Eminent Businessman Aminu Dantata

Former Abia State Governor and Senator representing Abia North, Dr. Orji Uzor Kalu, has mourned the passing of renowned businessman and elder statesman, Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata, who died at the age of 94.

In a statement on Saturday, Senator Kalu described the late Dantata as a towering figure in Nigeria’s business landscape, whose integrity, philanthropy, and wisdom contributed immensely to national development.

“I am deeply saddened by the passing of Alhaji Aminu Dantata — a foremost industrialist, philanthropist, and a highly respected elder.

"He was a father figure not only to the Northern business community but to Nigeria as a whole. His legacy of humility, generosity, and service to humanity will never be forgotten,” Kalu stated.

He further noted that Dantata's investments in education, industry, and faith-based causes shaped the lives of millions across generations, especially in Northern Nigeria.

“He lived a fulfilled life and left behind a name synonymous with dignity and excellence. Nigeria has indeed lost one of its finest sons,” the senator added.

On behalf of the people of Abia North Senatorial District, Senator Kalu extended his heartfelt condolences to the children and grandchildren of the late Dantata—many of whom shared close personal bonds with him—as well as to the government and people of Kano State.

He prayed for the peaceful repose of the deceased’s soul and consoled the bereaved family, urging them to take solace in the remarkable life their patriarch lived and the indelible mark he left on the nation.

kingamaa:
That's one very very rich man

What happens to all that money now?

ufotunang:
..his children will inherit his businesses, properties, wealth

Clemss88:
Vanity upon vanity , all is vanity




Money couldn't buy extra life for him

Lithiumite:
That's the capo de Cali de tuti!! Boss of all bosses!!.....one of the silent owners of Nigeria who pulls the strings from behind without any noise not like obi cubana or davido dem

rapheal5:
Is the man related to dangote? They look alike, dantata and dangote .

Safyqueen:
Have you been following other threads? Dangote's mother is Maryam Dantata. Take it from there.

Zulu11zulu:
If money can buy lives this man will not die. People killing their self because of money.


RIP.