Late Alhaji Aminu Dantata
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja-
Saudi Arabian authorities have granted approval for the burial of renowned Kano businessman, Alhaji Aminu Dantata, in Madina, near his late wife’s grave, Hajiya Rabi’a Dantata, who passed away in 2023.
Dantata’s Principal Private Secretary, Mustapha Junaid, announced the development on his official Facebook page, expressing gratitude to Allah for the approval.
*“Burial Scheduled for Monday”*
“The burial is scheduled for Monday morning, by the grace of Allah,” Junaid said.
“Alhamdulillah, Alhamdulillah, Alhamdulillah… I have received approval to take Aminu Alhassan Dantata from Abu Dhabi to Madina.
“He will be buried tomorrow morning by the grace of Allah.”
The family had earlier announced Dantata’s wish to be buried in Madina, a request now honored by the Saudi government.
*Tributes Pour In*
Dantata’s passing triggered a wave of national mourning in Nigeria and tributes from across the globe. Thousands of mourners, including top dignitaries such as the Deputy Senate President, Barau Jibrin, and prominent clerics, attended a special Islamic prayer session (Salatul Ga’ib) held in Kano on Saturday.
Political leaders, business associates, and members of the public have continued to send tributes, celebrating Dantata’s legacy of philanthropy, integrity, and nation-building. The business mogul passed away in Dubai at the age of 94, after a brief illness, leaving behind a legacy that will be remembered for generations to come.
