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Here are some recent news updates about Aliko Dangote, the Nigerian business magnate and founder of the Dangote Group:

Latest News:

  1. Dangote Cement to invest $150 million in new cement plant in Nigeria: Dangote Cement, the largest cement producer in Africa, has announced plans to invest $150 million in a new cement plant in Nigeria. The plant, which is expected to be completed in 2024, will have a production capacity of 3 million metric tons per annum. (Source: Vanguard News)
  2. Dangote Refinery to start operations in 2023: The Dangote Refinery, a $12 billion oil refinery project in Lagos, Nigeria, is expected to start operations in 2023. The refinery will have a production capacity of 650,000 barrels per day and is expected to reduce Nigeria's reliance on imported petroleum products. (Source: This Day Live)
  3. Dangote Group to invest $100 million in agricultural projects: The Dangote Group has announced plans to invest $100 million in agricultural projects in Nigeria, including the production of rice, sugar, and dairy products. The investment is expected to create thousands of jobs and improve food security in the country. (Source: BusinessDay)
  4. Dangote's net worth increases to $20.4 billion: According to Forbes, Aliko Dangote's net worth has increased to $20.4 billion, making him the richest person in Africa and one of the richest people in the world. (Source: Forbes)

Recent Interviews and Speeches:

  1. Dangote speaks on Nigeria's economic challenges: In a recent interview with Bloomberg, Dangote spoke on Nigeria's economic challenges, including the country's reliance on oil exports and the need for diversification. He also emphasized the importance of investing in infrastructure and human capital. (Source: Bloomberg)
  2. Dangote delivers keynote speech at African Business Leaders Summit: At the recent African Business Leaders Summit in Lagos, Nigeria, Dangote delivered a keynote speech on the theme "Building a Sustainable Future for Africa". He emphasized the need for African businesses to focus on sustainable development and to invest in the continent's youth. (Source: The Guardian)

I hope this information is helpful!