Aliko Dangote says he prayed out of gratitude, not for more wealth
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Tuko
Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote says a photograph showing him with his hands raised in prayer expressed gratitude, not a request for more wealth. He explained the gesture at an event linked to his group’s Vision 2030 initiative on 19 October 2026, according to Tuko.
Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote explained that the widely circulated photo showing him praying with his hands raised expressed gratitude to God, not a request for more wealth. He spoke at a Dangote Group event linked to its Vision 2030 initiative on Monday 19 October 2026, according to Tuko.
Dangote said some observers had interpreted the image as a prayer for greater wealth or divine favour. “I was not begging for anything,” he said, before explaining that he was thanking God for the blessings he had already received. He said, in particular, that God had “given me more than enough”.
The founder and chairman of the Dangote Group is a Nigerian businessman whose activities span several sectors. The clarification about the photo comes as he continues to lead his group, which is pursuing an initiative targeting 2030.
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