By Kolawole Ojebisi
Billionaire businessman Femi Otedola has joined millions of well-wishers across the world to extend heartfelt birthday wishes to his compatriot and fellow business mogul, Aliko Dangote.
Otedola describéd Dangote as “the greatest entrepreneur to have come out of Africa.”
The Executive Chairman of Geregu Power Plc shared the tribute on his social media platform on Thursday, commemorating Dangote’s birthday with a message of admiration and respect.
“Happy Birthday to my dear brother, the greatest entrepreneur to have come out of Africa …” Otedola wrote, paying homage to Dangote’s monumental contributions to the business world.
The post quickly garnered attention, with numerous well-wishers and followers also joining in to celebrate Dangote’s special day.
Among the messages were praises acknowledging Dangote’s influence and mentorship, with one X user describing him as a “big motivation to the younger generation” and urging him to “keep inspiring.”
Dangote’s birthday also coincided with the celebrations of other individuals born in April, as one user noted, “Happy birthday Sir, long life in good health…no wonder I always see myself as a billionaire.”
Aliko Dangote, known for his expansive business empire spanning industries such as cement, oil, and gas, has long been considered one of the richest men in Africa.
His entrepreneurial success has made him a key figure in the continent’s economic landscape, earning him respect and admiration from business leaders like Otedola.
