Truck drivers working with the Dangote Group have been spotted undergoing structured training sessions at the company’s flagship Obajana Cement Plant in Kogi State.
The training programme, according to sources, is designed to improve road safety, boost driver efficiency, and reduce accidents involving Dangote trucks on Nigerian highways.
In recent years, Dangote trucks have been involved in several high-profile accidents, prompting calls for stricter regulation and professional driver development within the transport arm of the conglomerate. Industry observers say the new training initiative is a direct response to those safety concerns.
At Obajana, drivers were seen taking part in practical sessions and classroom-style lectures focused on road discipline, defensive driving, and vehicle maintenance. Safety officials at the plant reportedly supervised the exercises to ensure compliance with global best practices.
Transport and logistics remain critical to Dangote Group’s operations, particularly in cement distribution across Nigeria and West Africa. By investing in driver training, the company hopes to strengthen its reputation for safety while ensuring smoother delivery operations nationwide.
The development has drawn attention from stakeholders in the transport sector, with many commending the move as a step toward safer highways and better working conditions for professional drivers.
The Dangote Group has yet to issue an official statement on the scope or duration of the programme, but industry insiders suggest it could become a permanent fixture across all company plants.
