Nigerian tycoon Aliko Dangote invests $25 billion in oil, cement, and sugar in seven years
Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote announces over $25 billion in investments across oil, cement, and sugar sectors, aiming to bolster Africa's self-sufficiency and economic potential.
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