Company Rejects Viral Claims
Dangote Group has dismissed reports claiming that its President, Aliko Dangote, distanced himself from businessman Tony Elumelu.
The company described the publication as false, malicious, and completely baseless.
In a statement issued by Group Chief Branding and Communications Officer Anthony Chiejina, the company said neither Dangote nor the Group made the statements attributed to them.
Dangote Group Rejects Refinery Funding Claims
The company also denied reports suggesting that Dangote financed the Dangote Petroleum Refinery through personal borrowing from friends.
According to the statement, the claims misrepresented both personal and corporate positions.
“The Dangote Group has become aware of a publication titled ‘Aliko Dangote Speaks Out on Why He Distanced Himself from Tony Elumelu,’ which is false, malicious, and baseless,” the statement read.
The company stressed that Dangote does not fund projects through personal loans from friends or private lending arrangements.
It challenged anyone making such allegations to provide verifiable evidence.
Company Says Relationship With Elumelu Remains Strong
Dangote Group also dismissed claims of any fallout between Dangote and Elumelu.
The company stated that both businessmen still maintain a cordial and longstanding relationship.
“Equally false are suggestions of any estrangement between Aliko Dangote and Mr Tony Elumelu,” the statement added.
Concern Over AI-Generated Fake Content
The company raised concerns over what it described as a growing trend of fabricated statements and unauthorised use of Dangote’s identity in AI-generated advertisements and misleading online content.
According to the Group, such actions could damage reputations and expose the public to fraud.
The company warned individuals, organisations, and platforms involved in spreading false information to stop immediately.
Dangote Group Threatens Legal Action
Dangote Group said it would take necessary legal steps to protect its reputation and leadership.
The company reaffirmed its commitment to integrity, industrialisation, and economic development across Africa.
“Dangote Group remains committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity while continuing to drive industrialisation, economic self-sufficiency, and sustainable development across Africa,” the statement concluded.
