Nigerian billionaire businessman Aliko Dangote has accepted an invitation from content creator Adebayo Ridwan, popularly known as Bae U Barbie, to appear on his YouTube programme, Curiosity Made Me Ask.
Dangote agreed to the invitation during a visit to Dangote Refinery in Lagos on Monday, October 19, 2026, after the content creator argued that the billionaire should engage more directly with younger Nigerians.
The exchange has drawn attention to the growing role of digital platforms in connecting influential business leaders with younger audiences.
Why Bae U Invited Dangote to His Show
During the refinery visit, Bae U told Dangote that many of the billionaire’s previous interviews had appeared on platforms that younger Nigerians might not regularly watch.
He argued that young people were interested in Dangote’s business journey and his company’s planned initial public offering (IPO), and deserved an opportunity to hear directly from him.
Bae U asked the billionaire to consider appearing on Curiosity Made Me Ask after completing his existing media engagements.
He clarified that he was not asking Dangote to dismiss his media team. Rather, he wanted the businessman to reach a wider audience through a platform popular with younger viewers.
What Dangote Said About Young Nigerians
Responding to the invitation, Dangote acknowledged the importance of engaging younger people and sharing experiences across generations.
He said young people represented the future and argued that older generations needed to discuss their experiences with them.
Dangote also reflected on the country’s development, saying that his generation had not done as well as it should have for Nigeria and Africa.
His remarks suggested that conversations with younger Nigerians could provide opportunities to discuss business, leadership, history and the country’s future.
The businessman indicated that he was open to a more informal conversation in which young people could ask questions about his journey and how he built his business.
Dangote Says He Is Willing to Appear
When Bae U asked about appearing on the programme, Dangote responded positively.
“We will come,” he said, signalling his willingness to join Curiosity Made Me Ask.
He added that he wanted the conversation to be open, allowing people to ask questions about his business journey and achievements.
However, no specific recording date or episode release date was confirmed in the reports reviewed.
Why the Invitation Matters
The exchange highlights how Nigerian digital creators are increasingly seeking conversations with prominent figures outside traditional television and newspaper platforms.
For creators such as Bae U, securing a guest with Dangote’s profile could introduce the show to a broader audience and generate interest in its future episodes.
For business leaders, online interviews offer another way to communicate with younger Nigerians, particularly those interested in entrepreneurship, investment and wealth creation.
The invitation also comes as discussions about Dangote’s business interests and the planned IPO have drawn public attention. Any investment-related claims or details should, however, be assessed through official company disclosures rather than social-media conversations alone.
What Happens Next?
Dangote’s response indicates that he is willing to appear on Bae U’s programme, but viewers will have to wait for an official announcement confirming when the interview will be recorded or published.
If the appearance goes ahead, the conversation could give younger Nigerians an opportunity to hear directly from one of Africa’s most prominent industrialists about business, leadership and his experiences.
WeGoTalk will update this report when a confirmed episode date or further details become available.
