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Who is the Richest Muslim, Aliko Dangote?

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Aliko Dangote
Confidence: High Checked on March 22, 2026

Summary

According to the 2026 Forbes ranking of the world’s richest Muslims, Nigerian industrialist Aliko Dangote tops the list with a net worth exceeding $20 billion, making him the wealthiest Muslim individual today.

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