Fresh reports have revealed that Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, offered to pay some of his sacked workers five years’ worth of salaries without them doing any work. According to sources, the unusual gesture came as part of efforts to soften the impact of the mass layoffs in some of his companies.
The move surprised many Nigerians, as most companies simply let go of staff without any long-term compensation. Sources claim the billionaire made the offer to reduce hardship and maintain peace among those affected. It is seen by some as a way to protect his company’s image while also showing empathy for the workers.
Though not officially confirmed by Dangote himself, the news has sparked debates across the country. While some people praised the gesture as generous, others questioned why the workers had to be sacked in the first place if he could afford such payments.
