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Students of the Adekunle Ajasin University Akungba Akoko (AAUA) on Thursday embarked on a peaceful protest to demand for a permanent solution to the incessant crashes by heavy duty trucks along the highway.
Not less than seven persons died on Wednesday when a heavy duty truck crashed on residents after a reported break failure.
The student leaders insisted that those involved in opening the permanent barricade for trucks to pass through be arrested and prosecuted.
They also called for the replacement of the removed barricades and the enforcement of the rules regarding the barricades.
The students further urged the state government to make a proclamation warning trucks against using the route henceforth.
The protest was closely monitored by policemen to ensure it did not deteriorate into violence.
Meanwhile, Dangote Group has denied that it owned the truck which crashed and killed several persons in Akungba in Wednesday.
The statement on Thursday said the truck did not belong to it.
Read Full Statement Below
DANGOTEPRESS STATEMENTDANGOTE GROUP REFUTES OWNERSHIPOF TRUCK IN AKUNGBA-AKOKO ACCIDENT
Dangote Group has refuted reports circulating on social media and in some online platforms linking it to a truck involved in a road accident in Akungba-Akoko, Akoko South-West Local Government Area of Ondo State.
The company wishes to make it categorically clear that the truck involved in the unfortunate incident does not belong to Dangote Group or any of its subsidiaries.Verified vehicle registration details confirm that the truck with Plate No. JJJ 365 XB, is owned and operated by an independent logistics company with no affiliation to Dangote Group.
For the avoidance of doubt, the truck was not conveying any Dangote products but was transporting crushed stones in reused sacks bearing various brand names.
Dangote Industries maintains a strict policy on fleet management and vehicle identification, ensuring that all its trucks are properly branded, tracked, and operated by trained personnel under rigorous safety and compliance standards.
For clarity, all genuine Dangote trucks carry distinct company markings and fleet numbers, making them easily identifiable.While the company deeply sympathises with all those affected by the incident, it urges members of the public and the media to verify information before attributing ownership or involvement to Dangote Group.
The company also advises media organisations to refrain from using images of Dangote-branded trucks in connection with accidents or incidents unrelated to its operations.Dangote Industries remains steadfast in its commitment to road safety, regulatory compliance, and responsible corporate citizenship across all its operations in Nigeria and beyond.
Management
23 October, 2025
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