Auwalu Abdullahi Rano
Auwalu Abdullahi Rano | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Born | February 7, 1974 Kano State, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Occupation(s) | Businessman, philanthropist |
| Known for | AA Rano Industries, Rano Air Limited |
| Spouse | Hajia Asma'u Auwalu Abdullahi Rano |
Auwalu Abdullahi Rano OON (born 7 February 1974), also known as AA Rano, is a businessman from Nigeria. He founded AA Rano Nigeria Limited, a company involved in various industries including oil and gas, airlines, and agriculture.[1][2][3]
Rano is from the Rano Local Government Area of Kano South, in the northern part of Nigeria. His net worth is estimated to be 3 US dollars.[4][5][6]
Early life
[edit]Rano was born in Lausu town in the Rano Local Government Area of Kano State, Nigeria. He is a member of the Hausa-Fulani ethnic group. His business career began with the sale of ice blocks, groundnut oil, and other local items.[7][8]
Philanthropy
[edit]AA Rano established the AA Rano Foundation, a non-governmental and non-profit organisation. The foundation carries out community development projects in areas such as health, education, water provision, and empowerment initiatives for youth and women.[9][10]
Recognition
[edit]- The Nigerian government awarded him the national honour of Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON).
References
[edit]- ^ "Industry expert raise eyebrows as the nnpcl awards oil pipeline rehabilitation contracts to Mrs AA Rano 2 others". The Street Journal. 2023-10-05. Retrieved 2023-10-05.
- ^ Essien, Gloria (2022-07-27). "Subsidy probe oil companies deny receiving payment from Nigerian government". Voice of Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-08-30.
- ^ "AA Rano firm unveil log powered car in kano". Daily Trust. 2016-09-23. Retrieved 2016-09-23. [permanent dead link]
- ^ Carl-Abu'Bakar, Oyakhamoh (2022-11-18). "Profile: Alhaji Auwalu Rano: From Roadside Fuel Hawker To Airline Business - Dr. Tosan Blessing". Pegasus Reporters. Retrieved 2024-01-27.
- ^ Sanyaolu, Adewale (2022-04-01). "The Sun Award Winners 2021: Auwalu Rano: Entreprenurial giant". The Sun. Retrieved 2024-08-30.
- ^ Udeh, Chika (2023-07-06). "A. A. Rano Biography, Family and Net Worth 2024". Retrieved 2024-08-30.
- ^ Saqlain, Farouk (2023-07-06). "Aa Rano Biography, Age, Wiki, Parents, Wife, Net Worth 2023". Archived from the original on 2024-01-27. Retrieved 2024-01-27.
- ^ Abdullahi, Abubakar. "Tarihin A A Rano". Haskenews-All About Arewa. Retrieved 2024-08-30.
- ^ Muhammad, Amir (2021-04-22). "A. A. Rano Ya Bawa Mutanen Hadejia Buhun Shinkafa 2000". Sawaba Radio 104.9 FM. Retrieved 2024-08-30.
- ^ Danmudi, Sabiu. "Nagari Na Kowa. Alh. Auwalu Abdullahi Rano (A.A Rano)". JaridarMikiya.Com. Retrieved 2024-08-30.
- ^ Olanrewaju, Bukola (2022-10-13). "A.A Rano Chairman Receives OON Honours Award - Business Remarks". Retrieved 2024-08-30.
- ^ "A.A Rano Chairman Receives OON Honours Award". Brand Network. 2022-10-11. Retrieved 2024-01-27.