The article discusses Aliko Dangote, Africa's richest man, who has benefited significantly from the ongoing conflict in Iran through his investment in a $20 billion oil refinery in Nigeria. Despite facing numerous challenges including delays and cost overruns, his refinery output has surged this year, positioning him as a key player in the current energy market.

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A Big Winner From the Iran War: Africa’s Richest Man

Nigerian industrialist Aliko Dangote bet big on oil refining—and it’s paying off

Alexandra Wexler

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Aliko Dangote sits in an armchair during an event in Washington D.C. Aliko Dangote has seen output at his refinery soar this year.Aaron Schwartz/Bloomberg News

There is a surprise winner from the Iran war: Africa’s richest man.

Nigerian industrialist Aliko Dangote went “through hell” building a $20 billion oil refinery that was plagued by a decade of delays and cost overruns that doubled the tab for the project.

A Big Winner From the Iran War: Africa’s Richest Man

A Big Winner From the Iran War: Africa’s Richest Man

Nigerian industrialist Aliko Dangote bet big on oil refining—and it’s paying off

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