Saudi Arabia approves burial of Dantata in Medina

Saudi authorities have approved the burial of prominent Kano businessman, Alhaji Aminu Dantata, in Madina, close to the final resting place of his late wife, Hajiya Rabi’a Dantata, who passed away in 2023.

The announcement was made by Dantata’s Principal Private Secretary, Mustapha Junaid, via his official Facebook page, where he expressed deep gratitude for the approval.

Burial Set for Monday Morning

“With gratitude to Allah, I have received permission to transport Aminu Alhassan Dantata from Abu Dhabi to Madina,” Junaid wrote. “He will be laid to rest tomorrow morning, Monday, June 30, 2025, insha’Allah.”

The Dantata family had previously disclosed the late philanthropist’s desire to be buried in the holy city of Madina—a wish that has now been granted by the Saudi government.