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Aliko Dangote: Africa鈥檚 richest person

Industrialist Aliko Dangote is known as a mild-mannered cement tycoon who often drives himself to business meetings. How did he become Africa's richest person?

Industrialist Aliko Dangote is known as a mild-mannered cement tycoon who often drives himself to business meetings. How did he become the world鈥檚 richest black person? Dangote rapidly dominated Nigeria鈥檚 cement, sugar, flour and fertiliser markets. He says his mission is to make Nigeria鈥檚 economy self-reliant, without requiring Western investment or imports. 91热爆 business editor Simon Jack and journalist Zing Tsjeng look back on Dangote鈥檚 life - from a childhood selling sweets in the playground to becoming a watchword for success in Nigeria. Then they decide if they think he鈥檚 good, bad, or just another billionaire.

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