Dangote targets 90MT of cement by 2030, splashes N15bn on distributors

The Dangote Cement Group has disclosed plans to increase production capacity to approximately 90 million tonnes by 2030.  The President of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, stated this during the 2026 Distributors’ Awards Night held to celebrate top distributors, commending their dedication to the growth of the organisation.  He described them as ‘the heartbeat of […]

The Dangote Cement Group has disclosed plans to increase production capacity to approximately 90 million tonnes by 2030. 

The President of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, stated this during the 2026 Distributors’ Awards Night held to celebrate top distributors, commending their dedication to the growth of the organisation. 

He described them as ‘the heartbeat of the organisation’, appreciating them with N15 billion worth of rewards for their continued loyalty, resilience, and outstanding performance.

“Your tireless work in the field, your alluring commitment to our products and your direct engagement with our customers are what turn our vision and strategies into tangible results. The celebration, themed ‘Partner for Growth,’ is a testament that our growth journey for 2026 has already begun,” he said. 

Dangote reiterated the company’s Vision 2030 strategy, aimed at transforming Dangote Group into a $100 billion enterprise by 2030. 

The plan, he explained, focuses on industrial expansion, cross-border investments, and building Africa’s self-sufficiency in sectors such as energy, manufacturing, and infrastructure.

“Under this vision, we have announced the expansion of our petroleum refinery from 650,000 bpd to 1.4 million bpd, the fertiliser plant to 12 million metric tonnes per annum, and an increase in production at the polypropylene plant. Our cement company is also targeting a production capacity of approximately 90 million tonnes by 2030. And 90 million tons by 2030 means that we are 50 per cent more than the entire production of Saudi Arabia,” he said.

“Vision 2030, an integral aspect of our Africa First project, was borne out of my firm belief that Africa’s future will be built by Africans who refuse to accept limits – people who dream big, work hard, and never stop believing in what is possible.”

“Our ambition goes beyond building factories. It is about building Africa’s capacity to feed itself, power its economy, develop its people, and drive sustainable industrialisation. We are empowering the next generation through the launch of a one trillion-naira ($600 million) education fund in December 2025,” he said.

The new Chairman of the Board of Directors, Dangote Cement Plc, Emmanuel Ikazoboh highlighted the critical role of distributor partnerships in ensuring the company’s products reach every corner of the country.

He outlined the company’s plans to start the year strong by supporting its distributor partners, stressing the importance of supply chain efficiency and profitability as key pillars for growth.

Ikazoboh noted that the company has invested in purchasing new CNG-powered trucks, aiming to enable all its trucks to be CNG-powered before the end of 2027 in effort to support  both logistics efficiency and empowering customers.

“We have made significant investments in new Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered trucks. This initiative not only empowers our customers but also emphasises our dedication to corporate responsibility and global sustainability guidelines. These rewards reflect our promise to support customers and champion sustainable business practices.”

He revealed plans for a greenfield two-line, 6 million metric tonnes per annum cement plant in Itori, Ogun State, dedicated to exports, alongside expansions at the grinding plant in Côte d’Ivoire, signalling Dangote Cement’s commitment to pan-African growth. 

He commended the distributors, recognising their dedication and commitment and emphasising their central role in the company’s overall success.

“Your perseverance, trust, and loyalty help us maintain visibility and availability for our products nationwide. We are genuinely interested in seeing your businesses grow bigger, stronger, and more profitable,” he said.