Dangote warns against unauthorised use of its logo on trucks, threatens legal action

Dangote warns against unauthorised use of its logo on trucks, threatens legal action

Dangote Industries Limited (DIL) has once again issued a stern warning to truck operators and logistics providers against the unauthorized use of its logo, stressing that such misuse has led to reputational damage and public confusion.

Despite previous cautions, the company noted that some independent truckers—with no official affiliation with Dangote—continue to display its branding on their vehicles, often for personal or undisclosed motives.

DIL expressed concern that certain trucks bearing its logo have been involved in incidents wrongly attributed to the company, further exacerbating misinformation and tarnishing its image.

In response, the company announced plans to intensify monitoring efforts in collaboration with law enforcement and relevant security agencies. It also pledged to pursue legal action against individuals and entities found guilty of misusing its brand identity.

“We have repeatedly cautioned truck operators to desist from displaying our logo on unauthorized vehicles,” the company stated.

“Moving forward, we will enhance surveillance and take decisive legal steps to protect the integrity of our brand—especially in cases where vehicles are not affiliated with the Dangote Group.”

The company also decried the growing spread of false information linking it to road accidents involving unaffiliated trucks, warning the public and media outlets to verify information before sharing it. Dangote emphasized that certain individuals may be exploiting such incidents for malicious or financial gain.

As Africa’s largest conglomerate, Dangote Group operates one of the continent’s largest commercial fleets—over 12,000 trucks in Nigeria alone, including more than 3,000 managed by third-party contractors. On any given day, more than 6,000 of these vehicles are in active operation, supporting the company’s expansive logistics network and creating over 36,000 direct and indirect jobs.

The company highlighted its ongoing collaboration with the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) and other regulatory agencies to standardize operations, improve safety, and implement best practices across its fleet. Internal audits and continuous training programs, it said, are central to ensuring compliance and enhancing performance.