Aliko Dangote Tops the List of World’s Richest Black People Here is What We Can Learn A newly released global ranking of the world’s wealthiest Black individuals has the world talking and sitting confidently at number one is Nigeria’s own business titan, Aliko Dangote. The Journey Begins... In 1977, at just 21, Dangote borrowed ₦500,000 (about $3,000 at the time) from his uncle to begin trading in rice, sugar, and cement. Rather than spending his early profits, he reinvested them over and over again. With time, he shifted from importation to local production, laying the groundwork for Dangote Cement, now one of Africa’s industrial giants. Despite operating in one of the world’s most volatile business environments, Dangote weathered every storm: Economic Instability: From inflation to power shortages, he adapted and persisted. Global Competition: He built businesses that could go toe-to-toe with international brands. Bold Risks: He invested over $20 billion into Africa’s largest refinery, betting big on local capacity. 5 Business Lessons from Dangote’s Rise: 1. Start Small, Dream Big He didn’t wait for millions to start. He began with trade and scaled strategically. Lesson: Use what you have, but aim far beyond your starting point. 2. Reinvest Before You Reward Yourself Instead of splurging, Dangote poured profits back into the business. Lesson: Grow your assets before your lifestyle. 3. Solve Local Problems He noticed Nigeria was importing what it could easily produce and changed that. Lesson: Find the gap in your market and fill it. 4. Stay Consistent Through Chaos Whether it was currency crashes or market shocks, he never lost focus. Lesson: Real resilience is measured in tough times. 5. Build Beyond Yourself His ventures fuel local economies in energy, agriculture, and industry. Lesson: Profit is good, but legacy is better. “Don’t kill your dreams with small thinking. Start humbly but never let your vision shrink.” – Dr. James Makamba #Dangote #AfricanExcellence #ThinkBig #EntrepreneurNg #DangoteLegacy #jaconnaafrica #JTT #Jajiotheteacher #Jagajagafrica

The United States President Donald Trump has asked some African countries to accept deported migrants who are not Africans. According to the Wall Street Journal, the United States sent proposals to five West African presidents, asking them to take in migrants whose home countries won’t accept them. Nigeria has rejected the United States request, citing they have bigger problems at home. These are not citizens of those African nations, but people the U.S. wants to offload because their home countries have refused to take them back. Nigeria’s Foreign Minister Yusuf Tuggar made the country’s position crystal clear: “We have enough problems of our own… We cannot accept Venezuelan deportees to Nigeria, for crying out loud,” he said. #TheAfricanDream #JTT #Jaconnaafrica #jagajagafrica #jajiotheteacher #Donaldtrumph #africaunit

Burkina Faso 🇧🇫 is building a new modern international airport to replace the one France built in the 1960s. The new Ouagadougou-Donsin International Airport is situated about 35 kilometers from the capital. It covers 4,400 hectares. It will handle over a million passengers annually. It is currently the biggest project in Burkina Faso. #TheAfricanDream #jaconnaafrica #jagajagafrica #jajiotheteacher #JTT #Panafrican

INNA LILLAHI WA INNA ILAIHI RAJI’UN The family has announced the passing of the former President, Muhammadu Buhari, this afternoon, in a clinic in London. May Allah accept him in Aljannatul Firdaus, Amin. Signed. Garba Shehu 13 July 2025 he was a Goodman even if he didn't get leadership right, Dollar was 500 to a naira but now 1600. #jajiotheteacher #jagajagafrica #jaconnaafrica #nigeria #buhari

Meet Emeka Nelson, a young inventor from Alambra state In Nigeria 🇳🇬 who gained popularity worldwide for inventing a water-powered generator that runs solely on water and with a maximum capacity of 1000 watts and a voltage raging from between 220 and 240. During the interview with BBC Africa News, Emeka has revealed that one liter of clean water can power the generator for up to 6 hours and that he worked on his innovative project for 16 years to make it a reality. Emeka’s innovation is not only environmental friendly but also a good proof that talent doesn’t necessarily needs engineering certification . If you can dream it, you can make it a reality. support made in in Africa products to grow our economy #jaconnaafrica #jagajagafrica #jajiotheteacher #JTT #Madeinnigeria

*TCN Launches Line Reconductoring in Kano, Contractors Set 12-Month Delivery Target* The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has launched a line reconductoring project in Kano to improve power transmission reliability across Northern Nigeria. The project involves upgrading the ageing Kumbotso-Dakata 132kV Double-Circuit Transmission Line, which has been a major bottleneck affecting supply to key industrial hubs like the Dakata Industrial Zone and the upcoming Walalambe Transmission Substation. The project, expected to be completed within 12 months, includes critical upgrades such as replacing obsolete ACSR dog conductors with high-capacity ACCC-Silvassa conductors, installing Optical Ground Wire (OPGW) for enhanced communication and monitoring, and deploying durable composite polymer insulators suited for harsh environmental conditions. TCN's General Manager, Transmission Services, Engr. A.I. Sharifai emphasized the project's importance, stating that it's not just infrastructure renewal but about restoring confidence in the transmission network and empowering industries and communities through reliable electricity. This project is part of TCN's efforts to enhance power infrastructure and economic development in the region. Similar projects include the reconductoring of the Kankia-Katsina 132kV transmission line, expected to last between five and six weeks, and the upgrade of transmission lines in Port Harcourt, aimed at increasing line capacity and reducing power interruptions. The TCN has also completed 22 power transmission projects and upgrades since 2020, including delivering four units of 132 kilovolts transmission substations and upgrading 15 existing substations with higher capacity transformers and equipment . TCN is committed to contributing its quota to the country's economic and social development through impactful transmission infrastructural development. Ndidi Mbah GM, Public Affairs 5/7/25 #tcnnigeria #electricity #jaconnaafrica #JTT #Jagajagafrica #jajiotheteacher

Commissioning of 30,000L Solar-Powered Borehole at Anguwan Zomo, Kachia, Kaduna State The Nigerian Army successfully commissioned a state-of-the-art 30,000-liter capacity solar-powered borehole at Anguwan Zomo Kachia, Kaduna State as part of the 2025 Nigerian Army Day celebration activities. This project demonstrates the Nigerian Army's commitment to community development and sustainable infrastructure. The solar-powered borehole represents a environmentally conscious approach to addressing water access challenges in rural communities, while strengthening civil-military relations. #NADCEL2025 #jagajagafrica #jaconnaafrica #jajiotheteacher #JTT

FBI goes after Nigerian scammers for defrauding U.S. President Donald Trump of 2025 inauguration funds The Federal Bureau of Investigation has filed a civil forfeiture complaint to seize property belonging to Lagos-based fraudster Ehiremen Aigbokhan for stealing more than $300,000 in funds meant for U.S. President Donald Trump’s 2025 inauguration. The FBI is also actively pursuing an arrest warrant for Mr Aigbokhan in connection with a cryptocurrency fraud and money laundering scheme that targeted a donor intending to contribute to the Trump-Vance Inaugural Committee. According to legal filings, Mr Aigbokhan and his co-conspirators carried out a sophisticated fraudulent operation using the notorious Business Email Compromise scheme to trick their victims into sending money to cryptocurrency accounts belonging to them. #JTT #Jaconnaafrica #jajiotheteacher #jagajagafrica

2027: Abia North Traditional Rulers Endorse Gov Alex Otti For Second Term The Abia North Traditional Rulers Council has unanimously endorsed Governor Alex Otti for a second term in office, citing his transformational governance and visible development strides across the State. In a Communiqué issued at the end of its meeting held on Tuesday, 25th June 2025, at the Isuikwuato Local Government Headquarters, the council passed a vote of confidence on Governor Otti, describing him as “a man who has redefined governance in Abia State and touched lives positively”. The Meeting, which brought together royal fathers from Arochukwu, Ohafia, Bende, Isuikwuato, and Umunneochi Local Government Areas, highlighted with deep appreciation the impact and effectiveness of the Otti-led administration in key sectors including infrastructure, security, environmental sanitation, healthcare, education, and the welfare of traditional rulers. According to the communiqué, “Visible projects done by the Governor, including reconstruction of roads, retrofitting of Primary Healthcare centres, renovation of Schools among others”, were applauded by the Monarchs. They agreed to “work assiduously to support the government of Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, particularly in the area of Security by aligning with all the Security Agencies to ensure the nooks and crannies of Abia State are safe and secured”. The Traditional Rulers also pledged their full support to the Otti-led administration, particularly in strengthening security at the grassroots. The communiqué was jointly signed by: HRM Eze Sir Linus Nto Mbah – Chairman, Abia State Council of Traditional Rulers, HRM Eze Uwakwe Ukaegbu – Chairman, Abia North Traditional Rulers Council, Eze Solomon Nwaizu Okereke – Chairman, Arochukwu Traditional Rulers Council, HRH Eze Arunsi N. Uka, JP – Chairman, Ohafia LGA, HRH Eze Uchendu Okore – Chairman, Bende LGA, HRH Eze Faraday Chinekwe – Chairman, Isuikwuato LGA, and HRH Eze Franklin Ohaliziem – Chairman, Umunneochi LGA. Mariachi Uzukwu #jaconnafrica #jajiotheteacher #dayofremembranceandsorrow #jagajagafrica #africandiasporainternational #NTVNews

An hours-long gun battle between the Nigerian Army and armed bandits has claimed the lives of 17 soldiers. According to the army, the intelligence-led operation was jointly conducted with the Nigerian Air Force to confront 300 armed bandits using the Kwanar Dutse Forest to invade Bangi community in Niger state. Although the Army cannot confirm the casualties among bandits, it says there was “significant enemy losses.” In a related development, more than 100 bandits have also been killed in a gun battle between government-sponsored vigilantes in northwest Nigeria. #DWAfrica #nigeria #jaconna #jajiotheteacher #jagajagafrica

Alhaji Alhassan Dantata, a businessman and trader was West Africa richest man around 1940s. He built the Kano Groundnut Pyramids with each pyramid having more than 15,000 filled bags. He also worked with kolanuts and was also a supplier to British trading companies. British Bank Of West Africa (now First bank) opened their first branch at Kano in 1929, He became the first businessman to deposit money into their bank and first to do so on any bank in Nigeria depositing 20 camel load of Silver coins. His great grandson, Aliko Dangote is now the World's Richest Black Man #jaconnaafrica #jagajagafrica #jajiotheteacher #JTT

Alhaji Alhassan Dantata, a businessman and trader was West Africa richest man around 1940s. He built the Kano Groundnut Pyramids with each pyramid having more than 15,000 filled bags. He also worked with kolanuts and was also a supplier to British trading companies. British Bank Of West Africa (now First bank) opened their first branch at Kano in 1929, He became the first businessman to deposit money into their bank and first to do so on any bank in Nigeria depositing 20 camel load of Silver coins. His great grandson, Aliko Dangote is now the World's Richest Black Man #jaconnaafrica #jajiotheteacher #jagajagafrica