By Headlinenews.News Editorial Team
Abuja, Nigeria – June 28, 2025 —
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of elder statesman and business colossus, Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata, who died at the age of 94 in the early hours of Saturday.
In an official statement signed by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, President Tinubu described the passing of the Kano-born industrialist and philanthropist as a “monumental national loss,” acknowledging Dantata’s profound contributions to Nigeria’s economic development and social progress.
A Life of Enterprise, Service, and Philanthropy
Alhaji Dantata, a scion of the legendary Dantata family, was widely regarded as one of Nigeria’s foremost entrepreneurs, whose ventures across commerce, construction, agriculture, and oil trading shaped the industrial fabric of Northern Nigeria and the broader national economy. He also served the country in public life as Commissioner for Planning and Development in the old Kano State, bringing vision and structure to early regional planning efforts.
President Tinubu, who maintained a long-standing personal and professional relationship with the late business icon, praised his enduring impact:
“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,” President Tinubu said.
“He 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.”
Legacy Beyond Business: A Patriot’s Touch
Beyond boardrooms and balance sheets, Alhaji Aminu Dantata was revered for his unmatched philanthropy, particularly in education and healthcare. His investments in community development, scholarships, and the construction of hospitals and mosques earned him respect across religious and ethnic lines.
President Tinubu acknowledged these contributions with reverence:
“Alhaji Dantata’s philanthropy was public-spirited. He made life better for others and offered wise counsel that I personally found deeply encouraging and beneficial.”
National Condolence to a Towering Legacy
The President extended his heartfelt condolences to the Dantata family, the Government, and the people of Kano State, urging them to find solace in the life of significance Alhaji Dantata lived.
As tributes continue to pour in from across the country and diaspora, Nigerians reflect on the passing of a man who embodied industriousness, humility, and service—a rare blend in an age of vanishing moral giants.
“The true wealth of a nation lies in those who build silently, serve selflessly, and give endlessly. Alhaji Aminu Dantata was one of such rare Nigerians,” said Dr. G. Fraser, MFR, Governance Consultant and President of the National Patriots.
Final Words
Nigeria mourns not just a businessman, but a nation-builder whose life stands as a testament to the power of purpose, the importance of legacy, and the enduring value of integrity.
May his soul rest in eternal peace. Ameen.
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