Dangote speaks on ownership of trucks involved in fatal crashes in Enugu
Dangote Industries Limited has refuted claims that its trucks were involved in two fatal accidents in Enugu State, Nigeria, which resulted in at least 10 deaths and 10 hospitalizations. Despite media reports linking the vehicles to Dangote Group, the company issued a statement denying ownership. Dangote clarified that the trucks, bearing inscriptions of "Visco Investment Global" and "Global Limited," were not affiliated with them. The company expressed condolences to the victims' families and condemned the spread of misinformation, emphasizing their efforts to prevent the unauthorized use of their logo on unaffiliated vehicles. They warned of increased scrutiny for such misuse going forward.
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