By Charles Okonji
The President and Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Alhaji Aliko Dangote, President and Chief Executive Officer of Dangote Group, on the award of the National Order of the Lion by President Macky Sall of Senegal.
This was contained in a press statement made available to TBI Africa Magazine, by the Special Adviser to the President on media and publicity, Chief Ajuri Ngelale.
According to him, the award is the highest order of Senegal and will be bestowed on the foremost businessman on February 2, 2024.
The statement reads, “President Tinubu applauds the industrialist for his enterprise and ingenuity, creating jobs and opportunities for many in Nigeria and across West Africa, as well as contributing to their economies, which the award further affirms.
“The President commends Mr. Dangote and wishes him the very best in his endeavours.”
