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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

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*TOPIC: WHAT DO YOU STAND TO GAIN?*(Series 7)

*Scripture Reading:* 1 Samuel 22:17

*"And the king said to the guards who stood around him, “Turn around and kill the priests of the Lord, because their loyalty also is with David, and because they knew that he was fleeing and did not inform me.” But the servants of the king were not willing to put out their hands to attack the Lord’s priests."*(AMP)

Continuation from where we stopped yesterday:

Saul wasn’t willing to do the Lord’s work earlier, when God instructed him to kill all the people and cattle of the Amalekites in (I Samuel 15) But was willing to do it here in the above scripture, after he got what he was looking for.

Here’s my challenge, *you don’t have to kill someone to destroy that person.* If your mandate in life is to be better than someone else, or be consumed with jealousy about your fellow Christian, you too will do the same things as Saul did.

You will find yourself tearing that person up with words, and all who love that person why because of your selfishness behavior.

For David doing the Lord’s will, was the ultimate drive for him even though David blew it at times, it was still his desire. *God still credited David with the statement, a man after my own heart.*

But for Saul, God removed the Kingdom from him. Because it was not Saul’s desire to do the Will of God, but rather it was for selfishness and pride that he got up in the morning. Selfishness and pride kills and shortened the length at which you could cover in life because selfishness and pride usually bring calamity and unprepared disaster along side. May the Lord deliver us from such act in Jesus name. Amen! To be continue tomorrow morning by God's Grace. Good morning and do have a fruitful week, peace

*Prayer point:* Father, align me to sweet your purpose for my life in Jesus Christ name. Amen!

T.S. AFOLAYAN

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1 Corinthians 13:4-5 helps us to understand why one of the most popular passages in the Bible at weddings, this verse explains that love cannot be self-seeking: love is about other people. Think about it: if your loving actions are done with others in mind, loving your neighbors as yourself and even your enemies, how easy would it be to love yourself? It is when we hold hate in our heart that evil flows out. It isn't always easy to control our own egos and not demand attention for our good deeds, but is the love that we spread and feel for ourselves after not enough? It surely is enough.

One thing I love about God is, He'll bring you out of situations you got yourself into; and still not hold it against you. #

Here are 20 insights and strategies that many wealthy individuals often keep to themselves, which can help others understand their mindset and approach to wealth-building:

1. Invest Early and Often*: Wealthy individuals often start investing at a young age, taking advantage of compound interest over time.

2. Diversification is Key**:They spread their investments across various asset classes to minimize risk.

3. Financial Education***:The rich prioritize financial literacy, continuously educating themselves about money management, investments, and market trends.

4. Networking****:Building and maintaining a strong network can open doors to opportunities that aren't available to the average person.

5. Mindset Matters*****:A growth mindset, where challenges are seen as opportunities, is common among the wealthy.

6. Multiple Income Streams******:They often have several sources of income, such as investments, side businesses, or real estate.

7. Live Below Your Means*******:Many wealthy individuals practice frugality, avoiding lifestyle inflation despite their financial success.

8. Tax Strategies********:The rich often utilize legal tax strategies to minimize their tax burden, such as investing in tax-advantaged accounts.

9. Long-Term Thinking*********:They focus on long-term goals rather than short-term gains, allowing for more strategic decision-making.

10. Emotional Control*********:Wealthy individuals tend to make decisions based on logic rather than emotions, especially in financial matters.

11. Invest in Yourself ***********:Continuous self-improvement through education, skills development, and health is a priority.

12. Real Estate Investments************ Many wealthy people invest in real estate, which can provide passive income and tax benefits.

13. Philanthropy**: Giving back can create a positive legacy and often provides tax advantages.

14. Leverage Debt Wisely**************They understand how to use debt as a tool for investment rather than a burden.

15. Stay Informed***************:Keeping up with market trends, economic changes, and new investment opportunities is crucial.

16. Hire Experts****************: Wealthy individuals often employ financial advisors, accountants, and other professionals to help manage their wealth.

17. Set Clear Goals*****************: They set specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) financial goals.

18. Avoid Bad Debt******************: They distinguish between good debt (investments that generate income) and bad debt (high-interest consumer debt).

19. Patience is a Virtue*******************:Building wealth takes time, and the rich are often patient, allowing their investments to grow.

20. Protect Your Assets*******************: Wealthy individuals often use legal structures, such as trusts, to protect their assets from lawsuits and creditors.

Understanding these principles can help anyone looking to improve their financial situation and work towards building wealth.Join me on Jaconna as we create history together @topfans Jajiotheteacher Onos family tv

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Court Jails Man Three Years for Cybercrime in Lagos

Justice Ayokunle Faji of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos, on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, convicted and sentenced one Mubarak Suleiman Olasukanmi to three years imprisonment for cybercrime.

He was arraigned on a two-count charge bordering on impersonation and cybercrime by the Lagos Zonal Directorate 2 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC.

His travail began following a petition received by the Commission from the Federal Bureau of Investigation, FBI, in 2023, alleging that he engaged in Business Email Compromise, BEC, and online romance scam.

Investigation by the FBI in February 2021 had revealed an attempt at BEC on the City of Aliso Viejo, California, where an employee received fraudulent emails purporting to be from Tovey/Shultz Construction Inc., a construction company.

The fraudulent email requested that Tovey/Shultz Construction Incorporation’s bank accounts be changed to Anoka Wellness’ bank account at Bank of California.

As a result of the email intersection, City of Aliso Viejo electronically wired $521,518.47 to Anoka Wellness’s bank account as a payment intended for Tovey/Shultz Construction, which was later recovered through the quick action of the Orange County Sheriff's Office, OCSD.

It was further revealed that to achieve this deception, several email addresses were used to obtain the fake domain name used to impersonate Tovey/Shultz and its associate’s email address.

About 26 other email addresses were used to create several apple accounts that were tied to one another through common names, addresses and the phone number belonging to Olasukanmi.

The count reads: “That you. MUBARAK SULAIMAN OLASUKANMI (Male), adult sometime in February, 2021 In Logas State, within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court, fraudulently impersonated one Jackie Love by holding yourself out as such on your Facebook Application with intent to gain advantage for yourself and you thereby committed an offence contrary to and punishable under Section 22(2Y(5) of the Cybercrimes (Pronibition, Prevention. etc) Act, 2015.”

He pleaded “guilty” to the charges preferred against him.

Following his guilty plea, prosecution counsel, Hannatu U. KofarNaisa, called on Owolabi Oyarekhua, an investigator with the EFCC, to review the facts.

Oyarekhua told the court that the Commission received a petition from the FBI regarding the activities of the defendant.

He added that “Upon his arrest, one iphone 14 was recovered from the him.

“He volunteered his statement under caution, where he confessed that he was into internet fraud and that he specialized in romance scam.

He also involved in dating scam, where he opened profiles on Facebook, using foreign names and pictures. He wrote in his statement that he sent friend requests to foreigners and made friends with those who accepted his requests. He stated that if anyone fell in love with him, he would then request money from the unsuspecting victim. He explained that he presented himself as a female from Texas, USA, using the name Jackie love. He owns and uses the email addresses: jackmorris2573@gmail.com and mindset996@ gmail.com to chat with his victims on hangout.”

The prosecution counsel, thereafter, sought to tender the defendant’s extrajudicial statement, iPhone 14 and documents print out from his iPhone. They were all admitted and marked as exhibits.

Consequently, Justice Faji convicted and sentenced Olasukanmi to one year imprisonment on count 1, without an option of fine, and two years imprisonment on count 2, without an option of fine.

The sentences are to run concurrently, commencing from the date of his sentencing.