Dangote Cement rewards distributors, customers with CNG trucks, cash gifts worth N11bn
Image Credit: thesunDangote Cement Plc rewarded its distributors and customers with gift items, including CNG trucks and cash worth over N11 billion, at its 2025 Customers Awards & Gala Nite in Lagos, recognizing their role in achieving more than 57% market share.
Chairman Aliko Dangote praised their commitment amid economic challenges and highlighted the partnership’s role in making Dangote Cement Africa’s largest producer.
Group Managing Director Arvind Pathak announced plans to transition the company’s truck fleet from AGO to CNG by 2026 and noted current sustainability achievements.
Distributors were commended as vital to the company’s growth, with awards given in various categories to encourage continued excellence in 2025.
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