19/07/2025
In Kano, President Tinubu Pays Tribute To Aminu Dantata's Philanthropy, Integrity
President Bola Tinubu has described the late Alhaji Aminu Dantata as a titan of integrity, humility, and generosity, whose life was dedicated to service, philanthropy, and devotion to others.
During a condolence visit to the family of the late business mogul in Kano on Friday, President Tinubu said Alhaji Dantata embodied the highest values of public service and human compassion.
The renowned industrialist passed away on Saturday, June 28, 2025, in Dubai at the age of 94 and was buried in Madina, Saudi Arabia, on Tuesday, July 1, 2025.
President Tinubu recalled the counsel and prayers he received from Alhaji Dantata during the 2023 presidential election campaign.
He praised the late elder statesman for his unwavering honesty, compassion, and generosity, describing him as a man who lived for others.
The President extended heartfelt condolences to the Dantata family, the government and people of Kano State, and the entire nation.
President Tinubu offered prayers for peace, strength, and solace for the bereaved family and all those mourning the departed elder.
Speaking on behalf of the government and people of Kano State, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf expressed gratitude to President Tinubu for his compassion and unwavering support during the mourning period.
He recalled that following the elder statesman's passing, the President dispatched a high-powered federal delegation to Saudi Arabia, led by the Minister of Defence, to attend the funeral rites.
The Governor also led a state delegation, alongside his Jigawa State counterpart, to join the federal delegation at the burial in Medina.
The eldest son of the deceased, Alhaji Tajudeen Aminu Dantata, thanked the President for honouring the family with his presence and support.
Alhaji Tajudeen Dantata assured the President that the family would uphold the values and legacy of their late patriarch.