…Announces enlargement of Cement Production capability to 90 Million Tonnes
Dangote Cement Plc has celebrated its prime distributors and prospects with ₦15 billion price of rewards for his or her continued loyalty, resilience, and excellent efficiency.
The 2026 Distributors’ Awards Night, held at Eko Convention Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos, celebrated the corporate’s highest-performing companions beneath the theme “Partner for Growth.” Recipients obtained a formidable array of items, together with money prizes, containers of cement, high-end SUVs, and CNG-powered vans, all valued at ₦15 billion
President/CE of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, talking on the 2026 Distributors’ Awards Night, hailed the distributors because the heartbeat of the organisation and praised their dedication in guaranteeing the Dangote merchandise attain communities nationwide.
“Your tireless work in the field, your alluring commitment to our products and your direct engagement with our customers are what turn our vision and strategies into tangible results. Today’s celebration, themed ‘Partner for Growth,’ is a testament that our growth journey for 2026 has already begun,” He expressed.
Dangote used the event to reiterate the corporate’s Vision 2030 technique, geared toward remodeling Dangote Group right into a $100 billion enterprise by 2030. The plan, he defined, focuses on industrial enlargement, cross-border investments, and constructing Africa’s self-sufficiency in sectors reminiscent of vitality, manufacturing, and infrastructure.
The African industrial titan disclosed that the Dangote Cement Group is focusing on a cement manufacturing capability enlargement to roughly 90 million tonnes by 2030. He emphasised that the corporate’s ambition goes far past constructing factories. He defined that the main target is on constructing Africa’s capability to feed itself, energy its financial system, develop its folks, and drive sustainable industrialisation.
“Under this vision, we have announced the expansion of our petroleum refinery from 650,000 bpd to 1.4 million bpd, the fertiliser plant to 12 million metric tonnes per annum, and an increase in production at the polypropylene plant. Our cement company is also targeting a production capacity of approximately 90 million tonnes by 2030. And 90 million tons by 2030 means that we are 50 per cent more than the entire production of Saudi Arabia,” he mentioned.
“Vision 2030, an integral aspect of our Africa First project, was borne out of my firm belief that Africa’s future will be built by Africans who refuse to accept limits – people who dream big, work hard, and never stop believing in what is possible.”
“Our ambition goes beyond building factories. It is about building Africa’s capacity to feed itself, power its economy, develop its people, and drive sustainable industrialisation. We are empowering the next generation through the launch of a one trillion-naira ($600 million) education fund in December 2025”.
As a part of this imaginative and prescient, the Aliko Dangote Foundation launched a ₦1 trillion ($600 million) schooling fund in December 2025, pledging help for over 1.3 million susceptible Nigerian college students, with emphasis on scholarships, STEM, TVET, and women’ schooling.
Chairman of the Board of Directors, Dangote Cement Plc, Emmanuel Ikazoboh, in his first official attendance as Board Chairman, highlighted the crucial function of distributor partnerships in guaranteeing the corporate’s merchandise attain each nook of the nation.
Speaking to the assembled distributors, Ikazoboh introduced that, “Tonight, we are giving out about ₦9 billion in cash to our distributors. For some of you, it will be a double celebration, as you may receive two alerts in recognition of both your volume and growth results.”
He added that the rewards transcend money. “In addition to the cash prizes, we have prepared other exciting gifts, including CNG-powered trucks, high-end cars, and more, to show our appreciation for your commitment and outstanding performance,” he mentioned.
He additional outlined the corporate’s plans to start out the yr robust by supporting its distributor companions. He careworn the significance of provide chain effectivity and profitability as key pillars for progress, saying:
Ikazoboh additionally famous that the corporate has invested in new CNG-powered vans, as the corporate’s goal on the finish of 2027 is to have all its vans CNG-powered, supporting each logistics effectivity and empowering prospects.
“We have made significant investments in new Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered trucks. This initiative not only empowers our customers but also emphasises our dedication to corporate responsibility and global sustainability guidelines. These rewards reflect our promise to support customers and champion sustainable business practices.”
He revealed plans for a greenfield two-line, 6 million metric tonnes every year cement plant in Itori, Ogun State, devoted to exports, alongside expansions on the grinding plant in Côte d’Ivoire, signalling Dangote Cement’s dedication to pan-African progress.
He strengthened his commendation for the distributors, recognising their dedication and dedication and emphasising their central function within the firm’s total success.
“Your perseverance, trust, and loyalty help us maintain visibility and availability for our products nationwide. We are genuinely interested in seeing your businesses grow bigger, stronger, and more profitable.”
