The Rise of Aliko Dangote Part 3
After completing his studies at Al-Azhar in 1977, Dangote returned to Nigeria, full of ambition and eager to apply what he had learned. He was just 20 years old but already had a clear vision of what he wanted to achieve. The first step in his journey was to secure the necessary capital to start his own business. Recognizing his potential, Dangote’s uncle, Alhaji Sanusi Dantata, a prominent and successful businessman in his own right, provided him with a loan of ₦500,000. At the time, this was a substantial amount, roughly equivalent to about $3,000, but for Dangote, it was the seed capital he needed to kick-start his business endeavors.
