Dangote Cement Plc has announced the appointment of Emmanuel Ikazoboh as the new Chairman of its Board of Directors, following the resignation of Aliko Dangote, who stepped down from the position effective July 25, 2025.
The announcement was made on Friday by Anthony Chiejina, spokesperson for Dangote Industries. The transition marks a significant leadership shift in one of Africa’s largest companies.
In his acceptance speech, Ikazoboh expressed gratitude and pledged to uphold the highest standards of leadership and corporate governance in his new role.
Ikazoboh brings a wealth of experience to the position. He previously served as Group Chairman of Ecobank Transnational Inc., and began his career at Akintola Williams Deloitte, where he rose through the ranks to become the managing partner for the firm’s Francophone offices in Cameroon and Côte d’Ivoire, and later oversaw operations in West and Central Africa until 2009.
In 2010, he was appointed interim administrator by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to lead major reforms at the Nigerian Stock Exchange and Central Securities Clearing System Plc.
Dangote Cement, a major player in Africa’s construction materials industry, reported a record revenue of ₦2.07 trillion as of June 2025, maintaining its position as the continent’s leading cement producer.
The board also announced the appointment of Hajiya Mariya Aliko Dangote to the Board of Directors, further strengthening its leadership team.
The company said it looks forward to a new phase of strategic growth under Ikazoboh’s chairmanship.
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