News Investigators/ The Nigeria Police Force say the Dangote Cement Plc’s social intervention schemes has boosted security, promoted peace and supported economic development across the country.
This is coming on the heel of the two institutions collaboration towards safeguarding communities, protecting critical business operations, and creating a more secure environment for sustainable growth and investment.
Assistant Inspector-General, Abubakar Zubairu in charge of zone 8, who disclosed this during his visit to the Dangote Cement Plant at Obajana on Wednesday, noted that such collaborations would enhance law enforcement efforts.
Mr Zubairu added that the collaboration would also create a stable environment where businesses can thrive and contribute meaningfully to Nigeria’s economic growth.
He said that the country owes Dangote Cement gratitude for its numerous social intervention programmes, which have continued to uplift communities and support national development.
He said that the Police remained committed to safeguarding the lives and property of citizens, while also ensuring the protection of corporate institutions whose contributions are vital to Nigeria’s economic growth and social stability.
“I am really impressed by your Corporate Social Responsibility schemes. I am aware you have spent money running into billions on CSR. This is commendable.
“For us our business is security, and the Dangote Cement is very key. You provide jobs for Nigerians, and you have been responsible and responsive to host communities and the nation.
“I want to assure you of our continued support. The valuable work you do in creating jobs and providing CSR programmes contributes to reducing crime in our society,’’ he said.
Speaking earlier, Plant Director, Dangote Cement Plc, Nawabuddin Azad, said he was elated by the visit of the top hierarchy of the Police, adding that there was the need to strengthen the partnership.
“Your presence here today is not just a routine visit; it is a powerful symbol. It is a symbol of commitment, a symbol of partnership, that the safety of key national economic assets is a top priority. We do not take this for granted.”
The Plant Director added that the mission of the company was aligned with that of the Federal Government, which is to grow the economy, create jobs for the teeming youths, and contribute to the nation’s GDP.
“But let me be very frank, without security, there can be no production. Without production, there can be no prosperity. The wheels of our company turn not just on power and raw materials, but fundamentally on the oil of peace and security,” he said.
Mr Azad, therefore, urged for a stronger partnership in key strategic areas like intelligence sharing, empowering local division and fostering greater trust between the police, host communities and the company.
Speaking at the event, General Manager, Social Performance, Ademola Adeyemi, said the company has always enjoyed robust partnership with the Police.
The Head of Human Resources and Administration, Azeez Adeniyi, said that most of the company’s employees are from Kogi State, stating that the company is doing everything it can to sustain smooth operational turf.
Officers in the entourage of the AIG include: DCP A. Eljamal, DCP Abubakar B. Ardo, ACP Umar Ibrahim Wurno, CSP Halidu Kasimu, CSP Emmanuel P. Ganya and CSP Ujah I. Francis, among others.
It will be recalled that in 2018, the Aliko Dangote Foundation donated 150 operational vehicles to the Police at an event in Abuja.
More recently, the company also contributed an additional 25 vehicles to the Force, making it one of the largest corporate donors to the Nigeria Police in the nation’s history.
NAN
