Comrade Dauda Hails Dangote Group’s First Electric Truck, Commends Push For Sustainable Industrialisation

ADEOLA OGUNLADE 

The Executive Chairman of Ikeja Local Government, Comrade Akeem Olalekan Dauda (AKOD), has described the roll-off of the Dangote Group’s first Electric Vehicle (EV) truck as a significant milestone in Nigeria’s industrial development and a bold step towards sustainable transportation.

Comrade Dauda, who made this commendation at the historic roll-off ceremony held on Sunday in Ikeja, said the development demonstrated Nigeria’s growing capacity to embrace innovation, modern technology and environmentally friendly industrial solutions.

 

He noted that the introduction of electric trucks would contribute to reducing carbon emissions, improving energy efficiency and promoting a cleaner and more sustainable transportation system.

The Chairman, who served as Chief Host of the event, expressed delight that Ikeja was chosen to host the landmark industrial achievement, describing the council area as a strategic hub for commerce, industry, technology and enterprise in Lagos State.

He commended the President of the Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, for his visionary leadership and sustained investments in industrialisation, job creation, local capacity development and economic transformation.

 

According to him, the initiative also presents opportunities for employment generation, skills acquisition, technology transfer and the expansion of businesses, particularly for residents and entrepreneurs in Ikeja and its environs.

Comrade Dauda reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to creating an enabling environment for businesses to thrive through improved infrastructure, investment-friendly policies and strategic partnerships with the private sector.

 

He stressed that collaboration between government and private enterprise remained essential to building a prosperous economy, adding that Ikeja Local Government would continue to support initiatives that promote economic growth, responsible business practices and opportunities for residents.

The ceremony attracted prominent personalities, including Devakumar V. G. Edwin, Group Vice President, Dangote Group; Oba Latifi Egbeyemi, the Ologba of Ogba; Engr. Taiwo Abiodun; and Clay Wang, Marketing Manager, Nigeria/West Africa, Dangote Group, The Commissioner for Transportation in Lagos State is Hon. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, alongside other dignitaries, industry stakeholders and invited guests.

 

The Chairman congratulated Alhaji Aliko Dangote and the entire management and workforce of the Dangote Group on the achievement, expressing optimism that the milestone would inspire further innovation and investment in Nigeria’s industrial sector.

He said: “Today, we are not simply witnessing the roll-off of an electric truck; we are witnessing the roll-out of a new vision for transportation, industrial innovation and environmental sustainability in Nigeria.”

He added that Ikeja would remain a welcoming destination for investors and businesses committed to contributing to the economic development of Lagos State and Nigeria.