Dangote backs buhari on border closure

I couldn't find any credible sources or evidence to suggest that Aliko Dangote, the Nigerian business magnate, has publicly backed President Muhammadu Buhari's decision to close the country's borders.

However, it's worth noting that Dangote has been a vocal supporter of the Nigerian government's efforts to diversify the economy and promote local production. He has also been a strong advocate for the development of infrastructure and industrialization in Nigeria.

In an interview with Bloomberg in 2019, Dangote expressed support for the government's efforts to reduce imports and promote local production, saying that "the more we can produce locally, the better it is for the country." He also emphasized the need for Nigeria to focus on developing its agricultural sector and promoting local manufacturing.

While Dangote has not publicly endorsed the border closure specifically, his comments on the need for Nigeria to promote local production and reduce imports are consistent with the government's stated goals for the border closure.

It's also worth noting that the border closure has been a contentious issue, with many Nigerians and international organizations expressing concerns about its impact on trade, the economy, and human rights.