Billionaire entrepreneur, Alhaji Aliko Dangote has officially declared his retirement from Dangote Cement and has appointed a successor.
Before stepping down from the cement division of his diverse business empire, Dangote served as the chairman of the company’s board.
ADVERTISEMENT
According to the announcement as reported on Friday, Emmanuel Ikazoboh has been named as his successor.
Read also:
- NNPC vows fast delivery of $2.8 Billion AKK Gas Pipeline, promises industrial boom across Nigeria
- Trump signs GENIUS Act, ushering in digital Dollar revolution
- Tension rises as Dangote Refinery set to roll out 4,000 CNG Trucks for direct fuel distribution from August 15
In June 2025, Dangote had indicated his intention to leave the cement sector of his vast business operations.
He officially retired as Chairman of the Board of Directors of Dangote Sugar Refinery PLC, as widely reported on June 12, 2025.