Dangote Cement Plc has maintained its dominance of the cement market in Nigeria, securing over 57 per cent of the pie, though lower than the 65 per cent control it had in 2017, leaving the others like Lafarge Africa, BUA Cement, Purechem, and others to battle for the remaining 43 per cent.
The chairman of the cement giant, Mr Aliko Dangote, confirmed this development during the 2025 Customers Awards and Gala Nite organised by th company in Lagos on Tuesday, May 27.
The event was put together to reward customers and distributors for their continued loyalty and patronage, with various choice gift items like CNG trucks and cash worth N11 billion doled out.
“Thanks to your efforts, we have secured over 57 per cent of the market share, and we encourage you to continue pushing for more growth,” the businessman said as he lauded “their perseverance and determination in ensuring our products remain available in the market” amidst economic challenges.
“This year’s theme serves as a rallying call for unity and collective growth as we strive for unmatched market leadership in 2025. This theme reflects the strength of our partnership with valued customers, which continues to drive the success of Dangote Cement,” he stated.
Mr Dangote said, “Our leadership in the building and construction sector is rooted in this mutually beneficial relationship. Also, the partnership has been instrumental in elevating us to the position of Africa’s largest cement producer.”
“In appreciation of the hard work, unflinching loyalty, and commitment of our esteemed customers in the year 2024, we are rewarding you with gift items and cash valued at over N11 billion. We are also celebrating our valued corporate customers, who have consistently chosen our cement products for a wide array of construction projects,” the richest man in Africa stated, assuring stakeholders of the company’s commitment to research and continuous improvement in its production processes and the highest quality products.
On his part, the chief executive of Dangote Cement, Mr Arvind Pathak, said, “The outstanding performance of our company, especially in the past year, is a testament to your collective commitment and resilience.
“We are thankful for your continued dedication, which has made our products visible across all geopolitical regions. As vital partners in our value chain, from quarry to customer, your role is instrumental.”
“To support your growth, we have distributed over 5,000 containers to various retailers. This initiative not only enhances our business value but also ensures that consumers receive products with an extended shelf life directly from the factory.
“In alignment with our chairman’s vision, we aim to distribute an additional 4,000 containers to our customers and retailers this year,” he stated, adding that in with the firm’s commitment to sustainability and the country’s clean fuel policy, “we are transitioning our fleet of over 7,000 trucks from AGO to CNG by the end of 2026.”