8 facts you didn’t know about Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote – See how he survived plane crash 3 times (With Pics)

He has not been free from Controversy:

Former U.S. Consul General to Nigeria, Brian Browne is of the opinion that Aliko Dangote has received special treatment from Nigeria’s government in the form of exclusive import rights while high taxes or bans are imposed on competitors’ imports. Dangote denies any special treatment, saying he simply maintains friendships with elected officials.Also recently,a row has been brewing between Zambia Government and Dangote Cement, a major employer in Africa’s second-largest copper producer, after the  minister accused the Nigerian company of attempting to bribe him.