Dangote committed to operational sustainability in Nigeria –Management

*Dr. Umar Buba Bindir, former Secretary to Adamawa State Government, describes Aliko Dangote as a ‘global groundbreaker’, as the company restates its commitment to sustainable operational practices in across Nigeria

Alexander Davis | ConsumerConnect

Dangote Group, Pan-African conglomerate, has re-emphasised its commitment to sustainable practices in its operations across Nigeria.

The conglomerate stated this in regard to its partnership with the Kaduna Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KADCCIMA) at the ongoing 2025 Kaduna International Trade, in Kaduna State, Northern Nigeria.

Addressing reporters on the participation of the Group in the Fair, Mr. Anthony Chiejina, Group Chief Branding and Communication Officer of Dangote Industries Limited (DIL), said the company was irrevocably committed to sustainability because the well-being of the people is at the centre of its operations.

Dangote Group, in a statement, also noted the speakers at a Conference organised by the KADCCIMA at the fair thumbed up the investment activities of the company across sectors of the economy, and the need for government to deliberately put in place policies aimed at encouraging local entrepreneur.

Delivering his address as the Guest Speaker at the Conference, Dr. Umar Buba Bindir, former Secretary to Adamawa State Government,  advocated consistency in government policies in supporting initiatives, such as the establishment of Dangote Petroleum Refinery as a brand from Nigeria to blossom.

Dr. Bindir described Alhaji Aliko Dangote’s courage and commitment to the realisation of the project in Nigeria as “a Global Groundbreaker”.

He also stated: “Like I said during the presentation of my paper, government policies must be consistent in supporting the local entrepreneur, local production, and value addition to businesses to take Nigeria to the next level.

“It is incredible for Dangote to have put up such a refinery. It is a global groundbreaker and for him to sustain his effort, and for coming across to Nigerians as someone who is dogged enough to even challenge the cartel that we know in Oil and Gas is incredible.”

Bindir further said though Dangote Refinery is in a free trade zone, it is however, a business strategy by the foremost entrepreneur, who must have taken cognizance of its feasibility and realised the opportunities there.

The ex-Secretary to Adamawa State Government, an Agricultural Engineer, said Dangote has the capability to make an impact in Steel Development in the Country. “There is no country that has sprouted and unleashed its entrepreneurial energy in manufacturing that has not gone into Steel industry, and Dangote’s intervention in the sector would contribute to growth and development of the industry.

“I think he should go into the Steel industry because this Country with 250m people that require food, water, education, jobs for young people, infrastructure, export, particularly to African countries cannot be supported without a vibrant steel industry,” stated he.

Bindir said: “And as someone who is well-versed in industry, who can secure finances or investment in this area, and is internationally recognised in China, India, and other countries where this industry is highly developed, with the doggedness and endurance that he has demonstrated in oil and gas, the cartel, and inconsistent government policies.

I think it will be easier with the Steel industry, said Bindir.