Dangote Cement’s new chairman Emmanuel Ikazoboh is warmly welcomed by shareholders, who expect him to sustain and enhance the company’s outstanding performance and dividends

Dangote Cement’s new chairman Emmanuel Ikazoboh has sparked excitement among shareholders and stakeholders, who expect him to build on the company’s stellar legacy under founder Alhaji Aliko Dangote.

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Shareholders gathered that the smooth transition reflects good corporate governance and robust succession planning. They believe the appointment signals continued growth for Africa’s leading cement producer.

Dangote Cement’s new chairman was announced alongside new board changes, including the appointment of Mariya Aliko Dangote as director and the retirement of Prof. Dorothy Ufot.

During his acceptance speech, Ikazoboh described the firm as a beacon of African enterprise.

He pledged operational excellence, strategic expansion, sustainability, innovation, and community engagement to boost competitiveness and stakeholder value.

Ikazoboh brings deep experience—from Deloitte Nigeria leadership roles across West Africa to reforms at the Nigerian Stock Exchange, and chairmanship of Ecobank Transnational. He joined Dangote Cement as a non‑executive director before his elevation.

Financial performance remains robust. Over the past five years, the company delivered N9.82 trillion in turnover and N1.81 trillion profit after tax, distributing N503 billion in dividends in 2024 alone.

Shareholders expect the Dangote Cement’s new chairman to continue strong dividend payouts, capital appreciation, CSR impact, and growth in sales and profit.

Ikazoboh intends to implement cost‑reduction strategies, adopt alternative fuels for sustainability, and invest in staff training and youth empowerment.

Industry voices—including the Association for the Advancement of Rights of Nigerian Shareholders, PSAN, ISAN, and Progressive Shareholders Association—praised the appointment and urged a listening leadership style focused on unity and good governance.

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With Dangote Cement’s new chairman at the helm, stakeholders expect an exciting new chapter built on legacy and powered by strategic, inclusive leadership.