Dangote Reveals Unique Prayer for Enemies at Vision 2030

During a fireside-chat-style interview at the Vision 2030 event on October 19, 2026, held at the Dangote Petroleum Refinery in Lagos, Aliko Dangote humorously disclosed the "worst prayer" he offers for his enemies. This moment, characterized by his dry wit, quickly gained traction online.

Dangote's comment served as both a joke and a reflection of the demanding nature of building and operating Africa's largest oil refinery. He emphasized that what may seem like a curse actually describes the relentless work and sacrifices he has made.

Furthermore, he shared ambitious projections for the refinery's future, stating that earlier that morning, he had discussed capacity increases with David Bird, the CEO. He indicated that within two and a half to three years, the refinery would triple in size, with several new projects set to commence before the year ends.