Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has thrown his weight behind Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, following reports of challenges facing his business operations in Nigeria.
In a statement on Monday, Obi encouraged Dangote to remain resilient, saying, “My Dear Elder Brother, Alhaji Dangote, I want you to know that your friend is wrong. You did the right thing by investing in the productivity, growth, development and progress of our beloved nation…”
Obi, a former Anambra State governor, drew from his own experiences, sharing personal setbacks he faced since entering public service. He noted that despite obstacles, he remains optimistic about Nigeria’s future and encouraged Dangote to persevere.
Dangote had earlier expressed disappointment with his investments in Nigeria, citing policy inconsistencies and interest groups working against him. A wealthy friend, who had initially discouraged him from investing in Nigeria, is now mocking him due to the challenges facing his business operations.
Obi’s statement comes as a show of support for Dangote’s decision to invest in Nigeria, emphasizing the importance of serving humanity and contributing to building a better nation.
