In support of the renewed hope agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Dangote Cement Plc has perfected plans to convert all fuel-powered trucks to Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) trucks by mid-2026
The Group Managing Director, Arvind Pathak, who revealed the company’s plans to reduce carbon emissions, cut costs and protect the ozone layer said Dangote Cement has earmarked $280 million to spend on CNG infrastructure.
Speaking on the initiative, the President of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote said “In this pursuit of transition to clean energy, we are optimistic of a remarkable accomplishment by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, as he has taken the lead in the nation’s drive towards energy efficiency. This presupposes private sector intervention to support this noble idea initiated by the President.”
“We are now using CNG vehicles, especially with the new policy of the Federal Government, launched under the Renewed Hope Agenda by His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. We are committed to a cleaner and greener future,” he added.
Speaking about measures put in place to achieve the complete transition to CNG, Pathak reiterated that Dangote has completed the construction of a CNG power station in Obajana, with another one under construction in Ibese.
To achieve the complete transition to CNG infrastructure, Pathak revealed that Dangote projected 3100 CNG-powered trucks by the end of 2024. However, 1500 has been received with 1600 in expectant.
“By mid-2026, Dangote Cement aims to operate a fleet predominantly powered by CNG. To facilitate this transformation, we are investing in expanding our CNG fuelling infrastructure, ensuring that our growing fleet has reliable access to CNG as our fuel.”