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Kogi State: Dangote Cement ramps up driver safety across Africa

Updated 08:49 WAT, · first published 26 Oct 2026, 11:47 WAT · 2 outlets reporting

Aliko Dangote
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Dangote Cement Plc announced a new programme to improve driver safety awareness, competence and compliance throughout its African operations. The initiative was unveiled at the 2026 Driver Safety Retreat in Kogi State, signalling the firm’s commitment to road safety. The company said the measures will include training, stricter monitoring and upgraded safety equipment.

What we know

  • Dangote Cement introduced a continent‑wide driver safety programme
  • The launch took place at a safety retreat in Kogi State
  • The plan focuses on training, monitoring and equipment upgrades

Why it matters: Enhanced driver safety can reduce road accidents, benefiting employees, local communities and the broader transport sector in Nigeria and Africa.

Sources

  1. Dangote Cement Steps Up Driver Safety Standards Across Africa – New Telegraph,
  2. Dangote Cement steps up driver safety across Africa – News Agency of Nigeria,

Updates

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