Dangote Industries Limited has intensified efforts to curb illegal haulage involving its branded trucks by introducing a public whistleblower initiative that offers a ₦500,000 cash reward for credible information leading to the arrest of offenders or the interception of unauthorised goods and persons being transported.
The company said the initiative forms part of its broader commitment to safeguard the integrity of its logistics operations and eliminate the activities of individuals who illegally use Dangote-branded trucks to transport unauthorised goods.
In a statement, the management called on 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 transport only cement, limestone, high-grade gypsum, coal and clinker. Dangote Sugar Refinery trucks are restricted to the haulage of sugar products, while trucks belonging to NASCON Allied Industries are designated to carry Dangote Salt and DanQ Seasoning products.
The company added that Dangote Packaging vehicles are authorised to transport bags and packaging materials, while trucks operated by Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals are permitted to convey polypropylene products. Similarly, Dangote Fertiliser Limited trucks are approved only for the transportation of urea fertiliser.
Dangote warned that any of its trucks found transporting unauthorised goods would be regarded as engaging in illegal haulage, adding that both the drivers and owners of such goods risk arrest, confiscation of the cargo, and prosecution in accordance with the law.
“Anyone with verifiable information that leads to the arrest of persons involved in illegal haulage activities or the recovery of unauthorized goods transported on Dangote trucks will receive a cash reward of Five Hundred Thousand Naira,” the company stated.
To support investigations and enforcement efforts, Dangote 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 disclosed that it has established dedicated hotlines across its operations to receive reports of illegal haulage activities. It added that members of the public can report incidents involving trucks operating from its Obajana, Okpella and Gboko plants through the designated telephone lines.
Dangote further stated that law enforcement agencies, including the Nigeria Police Force, have been authorised to arrest any driver found using company trucks for unauthorised commercial haulage.
Reaffirming its zero-tolerance policy against logistics-related fraud, the company urged the public to partner with it in protecting legitimate business activities by exposing illegal operators.
Dangote Group noted that the whistleblower initiative is aimed not only at protecting its assets and logistics operations but also at promoting transparency, accountability and compliance across its nationwide transportation 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 contribute to ongoing efforts to protect the Dangote brand, promote lawful business practices, and ensure that offenders are brought to justice.
