Dangote Group has denied ownership of a truck involved in a road accident in Akungba-Akoko, Akoko South-West Local Government Area of Ondo State.
The Group, in a statement made available on Thursday, clarified that the ill-fated truck does not belong to Dangote Group or any of its subsidiaries, as being circulated on social media.
TheFact Daily gathered that the truck lost control and rammed into some shops along the Owo-Akungba-Ikare Akoko expressway, killing about eight (8) people.
However, the Dangote Group explained that the verified vehicle registration details confirmed that the truck with Plate No. JJJ 365 XB, is owned and operated by an independent logistics company with no affiliation to Dangote Group.
It further explained that the truck was not conveying any Dangote products but was transporting crushed stones in reused sacks bearing various brand names.
“Dangote Industries maintains a strict policy on fleet management and vehicle identification, ensuring that all its trucks are properly branded, tracked, and operated by trained personnel under rigorous safety and compliance standards.
“For clarity, all genuine Dangote trucks carry distinct company markings and fleet numbers, making them easily identifiable,” the Group stated in the statement.
While sympathizing with all those affected by the incident, the Group urged members of the public and the media to verify information before attributing ownership or involvement to Dangote Group.
The company also advised media organisations to refrain from using images of Dangote-branded trucks in connection with accidents or incidents unrelated to its operations.
Dangote Group said it remains steadfast in its commitment to road safety, regulatory compliance, and responsible corporate citizenship across all its operations in Nigeria and beyond.
