THE DANGOTE Cement Plant located in Obajana has been recognized by the Kogi State Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (KOCCIMA) for its adherence to social performance standards. The company received the award of “Most Compliant Business Institution on Social Aspects Delivery” in Kogi State.
A press release by Mr Jibrin Abubakar, head of Communications, North, Dangote Group, stated that the honour was conferred during KOCCIMA’s 2026 Annual General Meeting and Conference, held in Lokoja, the state capital.
Presenting the award on behalf of KOCCIMA, Alhaji Auwal Ibrahim, who serves as the Vice President of the Conference of Northern States Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (CONSCIMA), urged the cement manufacturer to maintain its current level of commitment.
In his remarks, the Director-General of KOCCIMA, Mr. Samuel Enejoh, explained that the award was the result of satisfactory findings from the chamber’s independent consultations and investigations, which he said assessed the extent of Dangote Cement Plant’s adherence to the Community Development Agreements (CDAs) signed with its host communities.
Mr. Enejoh noted that the company has substantially delivered on its corporate philanthropy and corporate social responsibility initiatives. He stated that the award serves both to recognize and appreciate these achievements and to encourage the company to further its efforts. He also confirmed that Dangote Cement is a committed member of KOCCIMA.
The award was received by the Plant Director, Mr. Azad Nawabuddin, who was represented by the General Manager of Social Performance, Ademola Adeyemi.
In his acceptance, Mr. Nawabuddin described the recognition as a stimulus to intensify efforts rather than an incentive to become complacent.
“Let me assure the good people of Kogi State, especially our host communities, that Dangote Cement Plc will continue to honor and fully implement all provisions of its Community Development Agreements,” Mr. Nawabuddin stated.
“We remain committed to deepening our investments in education, healthcare, infrastructure, youth empowerment, and economic opportunities.”
He further highlighted that the company has, over the years, implemented a wide range of impactful programs across its host communities. These include investments in education through scholarship schemes, the expansion of access to clean water via the provision of boreholes, and ongoing infrastructural and social support schemes designed to improve quality of life.
The Plant Director also expressed appreciation to local stakeholders. “Let me also use this opportunity to commend the Kogi State Government, traditional institutions, and community stakeholders for their continued support, cooperation, and commitment to peaceful coexistence, which has enabled our operations to flourish,” he said. “I want to thank the Kogi State Chamber of Commerce for this recognition. We dedicate this award to our host communities, whose partnership inspires us to do more.”
