A Kano industrialist, and billionaire, Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata has died at the age of 94 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE).
His Personal Private Secretary (PPS),Mustapha Abdullahi Junaid, confirmed his demise in Kano on Saturday.
He wrote: “Innalillahi wa inna ilaihi raji’un. Innalillahi wa inna ilaihi raji’un. It is with heavy heart that I announce the passing of our beloved father, Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata. May Allah grant him Jannatul Firdaus and forgive his shortcomings. The Janazah details will be shared later, insha Allah.”
Alhaji Dantata, a member of the influential Dantata family of Kano, was known for his decades-long contributions to commerce, Islamic scholarship, education, and humanitarian causes.
He played a significant role in expanding the business empire inherited from his father, Alhassan Dantataone of West Africa’s wealthiest men in the early 20th century.
He diversified the family business into sectors including construction, manufacturing, banking, agriculture, and oil and gas. He also served in various public and private sector leadership positions, offering mentorship to generations of entrepreneurs and civic leaders.
He was also widely respected for his modesty, religious devotion, and unwavering support for community development projects across the northern region. His philanthropic foundation and personal donations supported countless schools, mosques, health centres, orphanages, and widows.
