Dangote Group Refutes False Cement Tax Claim

The Dangote Group officially debunked a viral claim circulating on social media that the Nigerian government imposes a tax of 52 kobo on every N1 of cement sold, which was attributed to Aliko Dangote. The claim, which gained traction on platforms like Facebook, suggested that the government takes N6.240 from every bag of cement, raising questions about the government's borrowing despite alleged revenue.

In response to the misinformation, the Dangote Group took to its official X account to clarify that the statement was false and misattributed, sharing a screenshot of the viral post and labeling it as fake. This rebuttal comes amid heightened public discourse regarding cement pricing and taxation, reflecting broader economic policies under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration.

The company did not provide further details beyond its denial, highlighting growing concerns over misinformation involving prominent business figures and sensitive economic issues.