Aliko Dangote: Africa’s richest man, has rewarded Super Eagles the Nigerian soccer teamwith an $820,000 (N130 million) cash gift for making it to the finals of the on-going Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Johannesburg. This gift was made by the cement mogul on Thursday after the Nigerian team reached the finals of AFCON 2013 by defeating the Malian national team 4-1 at the semi-finals on Wednesday.
According to Forbes, the Nigeria’s Sports Minister Bolaji Abdullahi speaking on the donation said: “Dangote has always demonstrated commitment to Government and people of Nigeria. We are happy over the gesture shown to the players and the coaching crew. It is an example for other well-meaning Nigerians to follow.”
Dangote ranked number one on Forbes list of Africa’s 40 Richest in November 2012 with a net worth of $12 billion, a figure that has since risen to $14 billion. Most of that net worth lies in the value of the 86% stake he owns in listed Dangote Cement.
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