Dangote Industries Denies Ownership of Truck in Enugu Accident
Dangote Industries Limited has disowned the truck involved in a fatal crash in Enugu on Wednesday, distancing itself from reports linking the vehicle to the company.
According to PUNCH Online, the accident, which occurred around 9 a.m., involved a Howo truck loaded with cement and a Toyota Corolla. The truck, which bore the inscription of Visco Investment Global Limited, was said to be en route from Aba to Abuja when the crash happened.
Initial reports online suggested the truck belonged to Dangote Group due to its branded markings, but the company has clarified that it was not part of its fleet.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, Dangote management explained that the truck was operated by a third party and vowed to intensify efforts to prevent unauthorised use of its brand identity.
“We are engaging relevant agencies to determine why the vehicle carried our logo despite not being owned by us. Going forward, we will increase checks against the misuse of our brand identity, particularly the unauthorised use of our logo on non-Dangote vehicles,” the company stated.
Dangote Group noted that while it typically avoids commenting on individual cases, the circulation of false claims compelled it to speak out.
“Ordinarily, it is our policy not to comment on such incidents, but the spread of misinformation linking this accident to our company has forced us to respond. We urge the public and media to avoid sharing unverified claims,” the statement added.
The company pledged its cooperation with relevant authorities investigating the matter and condemned attempts to exploit tragic events for malicious or financial purposes.
In recent years, Dangote-branded trucks have frequently been associated with road accidents across Nigeria, sparking criticism and public outcry. One such incident involved Ruth Otabor, sister of Big Brother Naija Season 7 winner, Phyna, who died in August 2025 after being hit by a truck allegedly linked to the conglomerate near Auchi Polytechnic, Edo State.
Amid rising concerns, many Nigerians have called for tighter regulations on heavy-duty vehicles linked to the company, urging greater accountability and enforcement of safety standards.
