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David Hundeyin Exposes ₦800,000 Bribe Attempt to Smear Dangote Refinery.     Renowned Nigerian investigative journalist, David Hundeyin, has made startling revelations about an attempt to bribe him with ₦800,000 to write a damaging article against the Dangote Refinery. Hundeyin, known for his fearless and transparent reporting, took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to expose the details of this incident, shedding light on the external forces allegedly working against Africa's largest refinery.   Read Also : Dangote Refinery's Diesel Quality Superior to Matrix, Total Stations – Lawmakers; Test Shows   In a series of tweets, Hundeyin disclosed that he was approached by an international NGO named Dialogue Earth, formerly known as China Dialogue Trust, with an offer to publish an article criticizing the Dangote Refinery. The article was intended to cast the refinery as harmful to the environment, using arguments around "Environmental Concerns," "Climate Change," and "Energy Transition Policy" to push a narrative that could ultimately lead to the refinery's closure or restriction.   "The (unstated but clearly implied) thrust of the brief was for a prominent local voice to put their name on an article that is an argument or a premise for the Nigerian government to kill the refinery based on its ‘energy transition commitments’ and ‘environmental policy,’" Hundeyin wrote.   WAEC Result Checker 2024: How to Easily Check Your Result for Free   He revealed that the NGO, headed by Oxford professor Sam Geall, is funded by several American intelligence fronts, including the Ford Foundation and ClimateWorks. These organizations have been accused of undermining the development of countries like Nigeria through covert operations. Hundeyin noted that similar activities by these organizations have been blacklisted in India for working against national interests.   Hundeyin's decision to accept the offer initially was a calculated move to gather evidence. He shared screenshots of the brief to substantiate his claims, emphasizing that this was a deliberate attempt to sabotage Nigeria's first refinery. He pointed out the irony of the situation, noting that the same organizations were silent when European refiners blended West African fuel cargoes with toxic waste and sulfur content far above European legal limits, causing severe health issues across West Africa. Yet, these entities suddenly became concerned about environmental impact when Nigeria's Dangote Refinery emerged as a game-changer in the region.   In his exposé, Hundeyin stressed that the agenda against the Dangote Refinery is part of a larger conspiracy by American and European interests to keep Africa dependent and impoverished. He warned that this incident should serve as a wake-up call for Africans to recognize and resist such external manipulations.   "I’m putting this out there publicly so that nobody will henceforth use the term ‘conspiracy theory’ when it is pointed out for the umpteenth time, that there are American and European state and private interests that are heavily invested in keeping Africa exactly as poor as it is," Hundeyin asserted.   Hundeyin, who is not known to be a fan of Aliko Dangote's business practices, clarified that his stance was not about supporting Dangote but about refusing to be a pawn in a broader scheme to maintain Africa's dependency. He called out the orchestrators of this scheme, urging them to fight Dangote directly if they believed their interests were threatened, rather than manipulating African voices to do their bidding.   The revelations by Hundeyin have sparked widespread reactions, with many applauding his integrity and courage in exposing the bribery attempt. This incident also raises significant questions about the role of international NGOs and their influence on African development projects.   David Hundeyin's refusal to be part of this scheme sends a powerful message: Africa's destiny is its own to shape, and its people will not be easily manipulated into perpetuating their own poverty.

  Who is David Hundeyin? David Hundeyin is a popular Nigerian investigative journalist known for exposing President Bola Tinubu's drug forfeiture case and the NYSC certificate forgery of former Minister of Finance, Budget, and National Planning, Kemi Adeosun. He also uncovered the scam involving Nigeria Air, flagged off by former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari, and exposed the dirty dealings within the Nigerian aviation sector, among many other significant investigations. He is also the publisher of West Africa Weekly.

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Aliko Dangote: A Legacy of Business and Philanthropy

Aliko Dangote, born on April 10, 1957, in Kano, Nigeria, is a renowned Nigerian businessman and philanthropist. He is best known as the founder and CEO of the Dangote Group conglomerate, a diversified enterprise with interests spanning various sectors.

Hailing from the Hausa ethnic group, Dangote was born to Mariya Sanusi Dantata and Mohammed Dangote. His family background in prosperous caravan trading under British colonial rule, particularly through his grandfather Alhaji Sanusi Dantata, played a significant role in shaping his entrepreneurial journey. At a young age, Dangote’s grandfather instilled in him the values of business acumen and enterprise, which laid the foundation for his future endeavors.

After completing his business studies at Al-Azhar University in Cairo in 1977, Dangote returned to Nigeria and embarked on his entrepreneurial path. With a loan from his uncle, he started a commodities trading business, initially focusing on cement. Over time, his business flourished, leading to the establishment of the Dangote Group in 1981.

Under Dangote’s leadership, the Dangote Group expanded rapidly, diversifying its interests to include foodstuffs, cement, haulage, and other sectors. The conglomerate grew to encompass various subsidiaries, including Dangote Industries Ltd., Dangote Cement PLC, and Dangote Sugar Refinery PLC, among others. With operations not only in Nigeria but also in several other African countries, Dangote’s influence extended across the continent.

One of Dangote’s most ambitious projects was the construction of a massive oil refinery in Lagos state, initiated in 2013. The refinery, along with accompanying infrastructure such as a fertilizer plant and a power station, aimed to address Nigeria’s fuel crisis and significantly impact the country’s energy sector. Despite facing delays, the refinery, upon its partial opening in May 2023, promised to revolutionize Nigeria’s energy landscape.

Dangote’s entrepreneurial prowess translated into immense wealth, earning him a place on Forbes magazine’s annual list of billionaires and Africa’s richest individuals. However, his success was not without controversy, as his name surfaced in the Panama Papers in 2016, linking him to offshore shell companies.

Beyond business, Dangote is renowned for his philanthropic endeavors. The Aliko Dangote Foundation, established in 1994 and renamed Aliko Dangote Foundation (ADF) in 2018, has been instrumental in addressing issues such as childhood malnutrition, disease outbreaks, and disaster relief efforts.

In recognition of his contributions to Nigeria’s economic development and philanthropic efforts, Dangote has received numerous awards and honors, including the Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON) and various international accolades.

Aliko Dangote’s journey epitomizes the fusion of business acumen with humanitarian values, leaving an indelible mark on Nigeria’s economic landscape and the continent at large.

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Dangote Food Intervention Impactful In Nasarawa, Adamawa, Others

  Dangote Food Intervention Impactful In Nasarawa, Adamawa, Others     By:Femi  Mustapha     The Aliko Dangote Foundation (ADF) has received a torrent of accolades as it continues to distribute bags of rice to poor and vulnerable Nigerians in Nasarawa and Adamawa States.     The Emir of Tunga in Nasarawa State, Alhaji Muhammad Ibrahim Shaibu, said: “The Aliko Dangote Foundation is not only a gift…

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By • Olalekan Fagbade JUST IN: Vice President Shettima, meeting Dangote, Elumelu, others at Presidential Villa Vice President Kashim Shettima is meeting with representatives of the private sector including Tony Elumelu, the founder of the Tony Elumelu Foundation, and the chairman of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote. The coordinating minister of Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Muhammad Ali Pate, is present during the closed-door meeting. International development partners – Schubham Chaudhuri, the World Bank’s Country Director are also in attendance.

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Borno wins $1.2m in primary healthcare leadership challenge

Borno has emerged as the best-performing state in primary healthcare delivery in the country and took home on Wednesday night, the sum of $1.2mThe flagship programme, a leadership challenge, is aimed at revamping the Primary Health Care Under One Roof policy in Nigeria through the commitment of State Governors to Primary Healthcare Funding.For the feat, Borno State got $700,000 for emerging as the best-performing state overall and $500,000 for emerging winner in the Northeast in the best-performing zonal awards category.The Zonal winners who got $500,000 each included Kwara, Jigawa, Rivers, Ondo, and Ebonyi States for North-Central, North-West, South-South, North-West and South-East respectively.The first runner-ups in each zone got $400,000 each and comprised the Federal Capital Territory for (North-Central), Bauchi for North-East, Zamfara for North-West, Abia for South-East, Edo for South-South and Ogun for South-West.Speaking at the event held at the Banquet Hall of the Presidential Villa, Abuja, a representative of the United Nations Children’s FUND, Christian Munduate said 13 states got prices totaling $6.1 million, in recognition and honour of “The exceptional leadership of Governors who have made significant investments in Primary Health Care across the country.According to her, the awards carry not only prestige but also huge significance given the positive impact made by the states in the lives of their people.According to Munduate, the award came into being in November 2019, “Where the Nigerian Governors were hosted in Seattle by visionaries Bill Gates and Alhaji Aliko Dangote. This historical gathering led to the creation of the primary healthcare leadership challenge.“This initiative is organised by the Nigerian Governors Forum, the National Primary Health Care Development Agency, and UNICEF, with the generous support of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, and the Aliko Dangote Foundation.“The challenge aimed at enhancing Governors’ commitment to human capital development and primary health care, mobilize state resources, promote accountability and also to innovate for gender-specific health outcomes,” she saidOn the honours, she added that “These awards highlight the value placed on progress made towards primary health care and will be used by the winning states to further strengthen their existing efforts and initiatives for primary health care.“The Governors being recognized today have not only excelled but have also become shining examples for others to follow. Their achievements will be celebrated not only through public recognition, but also through personnel commendation by distinguished individuals, such as the Vice President, the Ministry of Health, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, and the Aliko Dangote Foundation”, she said.The UNICEF Country Representatives said the vision behind the investment is not unconnected with the need to make primary healthcare accessible to women, girls, and children in Nigeria “Improve the leadership oversight management and delivery of essential health services at the sub-national level where there are building blocks for enhancing an overall health outcome.”She continued: “The 36 executive governors of Nigeria, under whose leadership we stand today (Wednesday) have a unique opportunity to accelerate progress and to create lasting challenges. The primary health care Leadership Challenge awards go beyond monetary values. They motivate governors to increase investments aligned with the Seattle Declaration and the Primary Healthcare Under One Roof Strategy while closing the gender gaps and removing barriers in their states.“It is important to highlight that this leadership challenge fosters strong federal-state partnerships to drive evidence-based healthcare delivery and improve health outcomes by pooling resources, sharing best practices, and overcoming challenges together.“I’m sure we can all achieve better health care for all Nigerians. So, as we celebrate the accomplishments of these exceptional leaders, let us remember that their success is not achieved in isolation. It is a testament to the hard work and dedication of countless individuals from healthcare professionals, to community health workers, to community leaders who have worked tirelessly towards the advancement of health.Speaking on behalf of Borno State, Governor Babagana Zulum, thanked the challenge partners, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the Dangote Foundation, the National Primary Health Care Development Agency and UNICEF, for the awards and promised to build on the successes already recorded.“I want to assure you this award is not only for the winners; it is for all of us so that collectively, we can promote affordable healthcare delivery systems in Nigeria. I want to assure you that we shall do everything possible to promote the health objectives of establishing healthcare primary healthcare in Nigeria, which is to bring healthcare closer to the communities. Read the full article

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ABCHEALTH, UNAIDS sign partnership MOU for Improved Healthcare industry in Africa

ABCHEALTH, UNAIDS sign partnership MOU for Improved Healthcare industry in Africa

The Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) and the African Business Coalition for Health (ABCHealth) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to partner on joint initiatives that will improve access to quality healthcare across Africa. The MoU was signed by Dr Erasmus Morah, UNAIDS Country Director and Dr Mories Atoki, ABCHealth Chief Executive Officer on Thursday, May 5,…

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African Philanthropy Forum Discusses Solutions to Humanitarian Crisis in Nigeria with Change Makers

African Philanthropy Forum Discusses Solutions to Humanitarian Crisis in Nigeria with Change Makers

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Redefining Philanthropy: Inside Dangote's Sterling Example, By Chidiebere Nwobodo 

Redefining Philanthropy: Inside Dangote’s Sterling Example, By Chidiebere Nwobodo 

Alhaji Aliko Dangote, founder of the Aliko Dangote Foundation. [PHOTO CREDIT: Twitter @Glaziang] Since this Foundation debuted, it has not only blazed a trail in the annals of philanthropy cum charity, it has redefined the standard and become a benchmark for a committed passion for philanthropic gestures and charity outreaches. Alhaji Aliko Dangote has always risen to the occasion whenever needs…

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FG Hails Dangote’s Contribution to Nigeria’s Universities

FG Hails Dangote’s Contribution to Nigeria’s Universities

FG Hails Dangote’s Contribution to Nigeria’s Universities

FG Hails Dangote’s Contribution to Nigeria’s Universities

The Federal Government has revealed that the N1.2billion hostel donated by the Aliko Dangote Foundation to Ahmadu Bello University Zaria is the single largest donation by an individual in the history of Universities in Nigeria.

Executive Secretary of the National University…

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Abia State Government Denies Receiving 20 Trucks of Rice from Federal Government.   The Abia State government has firmly denied claims that it received 20 trucks of rice as palliatives from the Nigerian government under President Bola Tinubu's leadership.   In a statement released by Prince Okey Kanu, the State Commissioner for Information, it was clarified that no palliatives have arrived in Abia State, nor has there been any communication from the Federal Government regarding such assistance. Prince Kanu dismissed reports suggesting that the Nigerian government distributed 50kg bags of rice to states for sale at ₦40,000 as "fake news."   Read Also: Tinubu's Hidden Fortune Exposed: 17 Oil Wells, Subsidy Scandal,  APC Chieftain Dr. Garus Gololo Speaks Out in Viral Video   "We didn’t see any truck of rice from the Federal Government. And the issue of selling a 50kg bag of rice for ₦40,000 is fake news," Kanu stated. He emphasized that the state government does not engage in rumors and speculations, adding, "There is a protocol for communication from the federal government when it comes to palliatives, and no such message has been received."   When questioned about the potential need to establish communication with the federal government to verify the claims, the commissioner responded that it was unnecessary. "If the news was authentic, we would have received official communication from the federal government. No such thing has happened," he added.     Recently, the Bola Tinubu-led Nigerian government announced the distribution of 20 trucks of rice to each state to cushion the effects of food inflation and rising general inflation. However, this claim has been met with skepticism, with states like Edo and Adamawa also denying receipt of the rice. APC Chieftain Unleashes Scathing Attack on Tinubu, Calls Femi Gbajabiamila ;Most Useless Cabinet Member (Video)   Rev. Olu Martins, Deputy Director of Media for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) campaign in the upcoming Edo State governorship election, echoed similar sentiments. He stated,   "The Edo State government did not receive any rice from the Federal Government or the Aliko Dangote Foundation. If the rice had been sent, which ministry or agency in Edo received it?" APC Ward Chairman Beaten Beyond Recognition While Preaching Tinubu’s Achievements   In response to these denials, the Niger Delta Minister criticized state governors, accusing them of being unfair to President Tinubu. He specifically mentioned the Edo State Governor, claiming that the governor had, in fact, received the rice but failed to acknowledge it publicly.     The controversy surrounding the rice distribution continues to stir debates across the country, with more states possibly coming forward to clarify their stance on the matter.

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GBCHealth, Aliko Dangote Foundation and ECA Collaborate on Inaugural Health Forum 2019

GBCHealth, Aliko Dangote Foundation and ECA Collaborate on Inaugural Health Forum 2019

GBCHealth, Aliko Dangote Foundation and the UN Economic Commission for Africa jointly held the inaugural Africa Business: Health Forum on the margins of the 32nd African Union Summit. It brought together leaders from government and business with a strong appeal for greater collaboration between the private and the public sector on health outcomes. This garnered commitments from public sector…

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African Health Investors Forum To Support Government Health Care System

Private investors in Africa's health care systems held a forum in the Ethiopian capital, Addis Ababa on Tuesday to discuss ways to assist governments in providing universal health care for Africans. #AfricanNewsNetwork

Private investors in Africa’s health care systems held a forum in the Ethiopian capital, Addis Ababa on Tuesday to discuss ways to assist governments in providing universal health care for Africans.

The forum is organized by the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa and the Aliko Dangote Foundation, and is the first of its kind in addressing such a wide-scale issue.  A host of experts and…

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Dangote pledges $100 million for Nigeria

Dangote pledges $100 million for Nigeria

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The recently concluded Global Nutrition Summit 2017, held in Milan, Italy, convened governments, international agencies, foundations, civil society organisations and businesses to accelerate the global response to malnutrition, an underlying cause of nearly half of all global child deaths.

A major highlight of the Summit was the pledge by the Aliko Dangote Foundation to invest US$100…

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Women's World Banking Announces the Appointment of Aliko Dangote Foundation CEO Zouera Youssoufou and Morgan Stanley Managing Director Seema Hingorani to Board of Directors

Women's World Banking Announces the Appointment of Aliko Dangote Foundation CEO Zouera Youssoufou and Morgan Stanley Managing Director Seema Hingorani to Board of Directors

New Board members bring leadership in driving economic empowerment outcomes in sub-Saharan Africa and amongst young girls through digital financial and investment literacy. NEW YORK, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Women’s World Banking today announced the appointment of two new members to its Board of Directors. This brings the number of Board members to 12, including two Honorary Directors. The…

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Nigerian Government Lauds Dangote For Donating Cars To The Nigerian Police

Nigerian Government Lauds Dangote For Donating Cars To The Nigerian Police

Nigerian Government Lauds Dangote For Donating Cars To The Nigerian Police

Nigerian Government Lauds Dangote For Donating Cars To The Nigerian Police

The Federal Government, through Vice President Osinbajo, lauded Dangote Foundation for the gesture and expressed appreciation to Dangote for his untiring support to the government, noting that the donation of patrol cars to the Nigerian Police Force…

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Dangote Foundation, Kano Government Sign MoU To Check Malnutrition Among Children

Dangote Foundation, Kano Government Sign MoU To Check Malnutrition Among Children

The Aliko Dangote Foundation Integrated Nutrition (ADFIN) Project has signed a Memorandum of Understanding, MoU with Kano State government to check the prevalence of malnutrition in the state. The event took place at ECA Unit of Abdullahi Wase hospital in Kano on Wednesday. Speaking before the official signing of the MoU, The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Aliko Dangote…