President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the President and Chief Executive Officer of Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, on the award of the National Order of the Lion by President Macky Sall of Senegal.

The Spokesman to the President, Ajuri Ngelale, stated this in a statement made available to TheIdeal News on Thursday.

The award is the highest order of Senegal and will be bestowed on the foremost businessman on February 2, 2024.

Ngelale also quoted Tinubu as applauding the business mogul and renowned industrialist for his enterprise and ingenuity, creating jobs and opportunities for many in Nigeria and across West Africa, as well as contributing to their economies, which the award further affirms.

The President further commended Dangote and wishes him the very best in his endeavours.