Former lawmaker, Senator Shehu Sani, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Alhaji Aminu Dantata, describing his passing as "a great loss to the country."
BenriNews reported that the Nigerian billionaire and philanthropist passed away on Saturday morning, with the announcement made by his Principal Private Secretary, Mustapha Abdullahi Junaid.
In a heartfelt tribute posted on his X handle, Sani praised Dantata as "a man of upright values and boundless compassion who touched the lives of millions of people spanning generations."
"Not everyone is so blessed with a combination of purposeful longevity, generous spirit and wealth of honour. He was an accomplished man who lived an exemplary life. May his soul rest in Aljanna firdausi, Amin," Sani wrote.
Legacy of Philanthropy and Business Excellence
Alhaji Aminu Dantata was renowned for his extensive business interests and philanthropic endeavors that impacted countless Nigerians across different generations. His death marks the end of an era for one of Nigeria's most respected business leaders and community benefactors.
The Dantata family has long been associated with business excellence and community development in northern Nigeria, with Aminu Dantata continuing and expanding upon this legacy throughout his lifetime.
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