DANGOTE Industries Limited has reinforced its position as Africa’s leading conglomerate by implementing advanced digital technologies to enhance efficiency across its subsidiaries.
Speaking at the 46th Kaduna International Trade Fair, Senior Advisor to the President of Dangote Group, Fatima Wali Abdurrahman, highlighted the company’s commitment to digital transformation, emphasizing its role in accelerating manufacturing and sales processes.
In a statement issued by the Dangote Group, Abdurrahman noted, “As some of you may be aware, we have since digitized our manufacturing and sales processes through the deployment of automated and smart systems, particularly in our cement plants.”
Her remarks came during the Dangote Special Day at the trade fair, which focused on the theme: Promoting Efficiency in Manufacturing, Trade, and Agriculture through Digital Transformation.
She added that tasks that previously took days to complete are now accomplished within minutes, thanks to the company’s investment in automation.
Dangote Group remains a key sponsor of this year’s trade fair, reinforcing its commitment to industrial innovation and growth.
She said: “The integrated advanced technology adopted in all our operations; cement, sugar, salt, fertiliser, Petro-chemicals, and agriculture, has made us become leaders in all sectors where we play.
According to her, customers of the company have voiced their immense satisfaction with this innovative ordering channel, reinforcing our commitment to enhancing their experience and propelling future growth.
“The DMS Application is available on both Android and iOS platforms for our registered customers in the cement, sugar, and salt sectors, ensuring they can easily access our products anytime, anywhere,” she added.
According to her Dangote Peugeot Automobile Nigeria (DPAN) plant has leveraged on advanced technology of in the production of a 120-vehicle daily production capacity and an annual capacity of 44,000 units.
“By assembling globally renowned Peugeot models—such as the Landtrek pickup, 3008, 5008, and 508 GT—DPAN fosters trade by reducing import dependency and providing locally assembled vehicles at competitive prices,” she said.
Speaking earlier, President of the Kaduna Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (KADCCIMA) Rsv Ishaya Idi commended the Dangote Group for its job creation strides in the country, saying the company has sustained its partnership with the Chamber.
The president of the Chamber called on Nigerians to support the Dangote Group.
He said the 46th Kaduna Trade Fair has offered the opportunity for both the company and the Chamber to interact.
Dangote Group is the biggest employer of labour in the private sector in Nigeria.
