Pick-up vans have been donated by Dangote Cement Plc to the Ogun State Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Agency (TRACE) and the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA).
The leading cement manufacturer gave out the vehicles to the traffic management agencies in Lagos and Ogun States in demonstration of its commitment to public safety, infrastructure support, and national development.
The cement miller noted that the gesture was not just a contribution, but a partnership built on shared values of safety, efficiency, and service to the Nigerian people.
It added that the vehicles would support the agencies’ efforts at enhancing rapid response to traffic incidents, improving patrol coverage across key transport corridors and strengthening enforcement of traffic regulations for safer roads.
The Head of Social Performance at Dangote Cement, Mr Wakeel Olayiwola, while handing over the items to the agencies, said, “As a leading player in our nation’s industrial landscape, Dangote Cement understands that our operations go beyond business.
“We are part of the communities we serve, and we recognize the critical role that efficient traffic management plays in ensuring the safety of lives, the smooth flow of goods, and the overall well-being of our cities.”
In his remarks, the General Manager of LASTMA, Mr Olalekan Bakare-Oki, thanked Dangote Cement for the donation, pointing out that, “It reflects a deep understanding that traffic management is not just a government responsibility—it is a shared civic duty that affects every commuter, every business, and every family.”
“As we receive this vehicle today, we reaffirm our commitment to using it judiciously, maintaining it diligently, and deploying it strategically to improve traffic flow, reduce accidents, and ensure the safety of all road users,” he added, praising his team for making efforts to “make our roads safer every day.”
On her part, the Permanent Secretary in the Ogun State Ministry of Transport, Mrs Aderonke Tokunbo-Peters, described the donation as one of the moments “that stands motivating in the collective journey towards safer, more efficient, and more responsive traffic management in our cities. This donation is not just a gift of vehicles; it is a powerful statement of corporate responsibility, community partnership, and shared vision for public safety and service excellence.”
“We are immensely grateful to Dangote Cement which we are proud to host in our state of Ogun, for recognizing the critical role our agency plays in maintaining order on our roads and for choosing to invest in our capacity to serve. These vehicles will enhance our mobility, improve our response times, and strengthen our presence across key traffic corridors,” she added.