In a statement released by the Group Chief Branding and Communications Officer, Anthony Chiejina, the company emphasized that neither Dangote nor the organisation made the remarks attributed to them, adding that the publication misrepresents both personal and corporate positions.
The Group also firmly denied claims that the Dangote Petroleum Refinery was financed through personal borrowing from friends, stating that such assertions are inaccurate and deliberately distort the facts. It further clarified that Aliko Dangote does not fund his projects through personal loans from acquaintances or engage in such financial arrangements, stressing that any such claims must be backed by credible evidence.
It also dismissed suggestions of any disagreement between Aliko Dangote and Tony Elumelu, noting that both business leaders continue to share a longstanding and cordial relationship.
Additionally, the company expressed concern over what it described as a growing trend of fabricated statements and the unauthorised use of Dangote’s name, image, and likeness in AI-generated advertisements and misleading content, warning that such practices could damage reputations and may amount to fraud.
The Group cautioned individuals, organisations, and media platforms involved in spreading false information to immediately desist, adding that it would not hesitate to take legal action where necessary to safeguard its reputation and leadership.
Reaffirming its stance, the Dangote Group said it remains committed to the highest standards of integrity while continuing to promote industrialisation, economic self-sufficiency, and sustainable development across Africa.
