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How Aliko Dangote Celebrated 68th Birthday

Africa’s richest man and industrial titan, Aliko Dangote, turned 68 on April 10, 2025, and received a lot of well wishes and accolades. Leading the well-wishers was President Bola Tinubu, who acknowledged Dangote’s impact on Nigeria’s economy, and his legacy as a symbol of enterprise, innovation, and philanthropy. In a statement by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President described Dangote as “Africa’s industrial icon” praising his unwavering commitment to nation-building. “Aliko Dangote’s life embodies hard work, generosity, and faith in Nigeria’s potential. His willingness to invest in people and nation-building reflects profound business ingenuity and love for humanity,” the statement read. Beyond his industrial feats, President Tinubu used the opportunity to encourage young Nigerians, “Let Dangote’s story remind us that with vision, grit, and a sense of purpose, greatness is within reach,” Tinubu advised, urging youths to pursue enterprise with courage and consistency,” Friends and family also gathered to celebrate the icon in his mansion. The event was attended by billionaire businessman, Femi Otedola, who also dedicated an Instagram post to celebrate his longtime friend. He posted a picture of the celebrant with the caption, “Happy birthday Africa’s wealthiest entrepreneur! Your journey is inspiring.” Other notable personalities, including boxing champion, Anthony Joshua, joined in the celebration, making the evening a blend of elegance and camaraderie. The celebrant is known for his quiet and simple life. Though respected globally, Dangote remains deeply private. As he turns 68, he is seen not just as a titan of industry, but as a beacon of hope to many. As friends and family gathered, singing birthday songs with heartfelt joy, the host sat, smiling cheerfully and soaking in the love and admiration that filled the room. In another show of extravagance, Nigeria’s top financial institutions joined the celebration with custom-made cakes. GT Bank, Access Bank, and FCMB each presented bespoke birthday cakes inspired by the legendary business achievements of Aliko Dangote; one of the cakes was a towering depiction of a refinery, another was styled like a grand mosque, while yet another was designed in the shape of a cement factory.

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JUST IN: Rivers Women Rally In Support Of Emergency Rule

Hundreds of women in Rivers State marched on Monday in Port Harcourt in support of the state’s declaration of a state of emergency. The women, all dressed in white, gathered at the Garrison Bus Stop in the city centre at 8 a.m. to begin the rally. As of the time this report was filed, the women were singing solidarity songs in support of the Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (red), along Aba Road and marching towards the government house in Port Harcourt. Recall that last week, hundreds of women, under the aegis of ‘Rivers Women for Sim,’ staged a protest against the state of emergency and the suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara. Details later…