Reported by: Oahimire Omone Precious | Edited by: Oravbiere Osayomore Promise.
Dangote Industries Limited has launched a public whistleblowing initiative offering a cash reward of N500,000 to individuals who provide credible information leading to the arrest of offenders or the interception of unauthorised goods being transported with its trucks. The company announced the move on Monday, 13 July 2026, as part of its broader commitment to protect the integrity of its nationwide logistics operations and eliminate the activities of unscrupulous individuals who illegally use Dangote-branded trucks to transport unauthorised goods.
In a statement issued in Lagos, the management urged members of the public to support the campaign by reporting any suspected cases of illegal haulage involving Dangote trucks, stressing that only specifically approved products are permitted to be transported by vehicles belonging to its various subsidiaries. According to the company, Dangote Cement trucks are authorised to carry only cement, limestone, high-grade gypsum, coal and clinker, while Dangote Sugar Refinery trucks are restricted to the transportation of sugar products. Trucks belonging to NASCON Allied Industries are expected to carry Dangote Salt and DanQ Seasoning products, while Dangote Packaging vehicles are designated for bags and packaging materials. Similarly, trucks operated by Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals are permitted to transport polypropylene products, while Dangote Fertiliser Limited vehicles are authorised for the haulage of urea fertiliser.
The company warned that any Dangote truck found transporting unauthorised goods would be treated as being involved in illegal haulage activities, adding that both the drivers and owners of such goods risk arrest, confiscation of the cargo, and prosecution under applicable laws. "Anyone with verifiable information that leads to the arrest of persons involved in illegal haulage activities or the recovery of unauthorised goods transported on Dangote trucks will receive a cash reward of Five Hundred Thousand Naira," the company stated. To aid investigations and enforcement efforts, the management of Dangote Group advised whistleblowers to provide detailed information when making reports, including the truck type, registration plate number, cab number, location of the vehicle, description of the goods being transported, colour of the truck, and photographs of the vehicle and cargo where possible.
The company has established dedicated hotlines across its operations to receive reports relating to illegal haulage activities. Members of the public can report incidents involving trucks operating from the Obajana, Okpella and Gboko plants through certain dedicated telephone lines. The company stated that law enforcement agencies, including the Police, have been authorised to arrest any driver found using company trucks for unauthorised commercial haulage. It reiterated its zero-tolerance stance against logistics-related fraud and called on the public to join hands with it in safeguarding legitimate business activities by exposing illegal operators. Dangote Group emphasised that the initiative is designed not only to protect company assets and operations but also to strengthen transparency, accountability and compliance across its nationwide logistics network.
"Public cooperation remains critical in our efforts to eradicate illegal haulage activities. We encourage anyone with credible information to come forward and help us maintain the integrity of our transportation system," the statement added. The company reaffirmed that all reports would support ongoing efforts to protect the Dangote brand, promote lawful business practices and ensure that offenders are brought to justice. This is not the first time Dangote Industries has taken steps to curb the illegal use of its trucks for unauthorised haulage activities. In May 2020, the company sought the assistance of members of the public in identifying Dangote trucks transporting non-Dangote products across the country and provided dedicated telephone numbers and an email address for members of the public to submit reports on suspected illegal haulage activities.
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