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EconomyAliko Dangote: Refining Nigeria’s oil, helping Africa and creating wealth

Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote says constructing his refinery was the toughest challenge he has faced, though he never thought of quitting. For decades, Nigeria spent billions importing refined petroleum because its state-owned refineries barely worked. Dangote says his facility has reduced the country’s reliance on imported fuel.

AAl Jazeera English 2026-09-21 10:30