Family sources confirmed the death and added that funeral arrangements are underway and he may be buried later today in accordance with Islamic rites.

Born on May 19, 1931, Alhaji Dantata was a towering figure in Nigeria’s business landscape, with significant investments across finance, real estate, and the petroleum sectors. Over the decades, he played a critical role in shaping the country’s private sector.

The late Dantata was a life patron of the Nigerian Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA), and also served as patron of the Kano State Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture. He was equally influential in the agricultural sector as patron of the National Council of Farmers and the Nigerian Association of Small Scale Industries.

In recognition of his immense contributions to the nation’s economic development, he was awarded two prestigious national honours — Commander of the Order of the Niger (CON) and Commander of the National Republic of Niger (CONN).

Alhaji Aminu Dantata is remembered not only for his business acumen but also for his philanthropy, mentorship, and enduring legacy in Nigeria’s commercial evolution.

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Mariam Katagum, on Monday slumped at an official event in Bauchi State, Northeast Nigeria.

Katagum was about to deliver her speech at the launch of an empowerment programme at the Sani Mallam Shopping plaza located along the Ahmadu Bello Way, Bauchi, when she suddenly collapsed.

Katagum earlier sat beside the State Deputy Governor, Senator Baba Tela before she collapsed.

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