Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc has issued a final warning to its staff at the Numan operations in Adamawa State, prohibiting the chewing of company sugar cane within factory premises, in a move that has drawn widespread attention online.
The directive, contained in an internal circular dated April 7, 2026, and released on April 8, 2026, was signed by the Head of Human Resources, Ikechukwu Okorie. The company described the act as gross misconduct, warning that any staff found culpable could face immediate disciplinary action, including possible dismissal.
According to the circular, management stressed that company sugar cane remains a critical production asset and must not be consumed by employees under any circumstance. It further noted that the practice of chewing and indiscriminately discarding cane residue within the factory environment compromises workplace cleanliness and weakens ongoing housekeeping efforts.
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The refinery also underscored its obligation as a food processing facility to uphold strict hygiene standards. Management warned that any conduct capable of contaminating the production environment or lowering sanitary conditions would not be tolerated.
In a tougher enforcement stance, the company disclosed that security personnel have been placed on heightened alert to monitor compliance and apprehend defaulters. Staff found violating the directive risk facing disciplinary measures and may also be prosecuted in a bid to recover losses incurred by the company.
The circular ended with a firm caution to employees, stating that the warning represents a final notice, leaving no room for further infractions.
Copies of the memo were distributed across key departments, including the Executive Director’s office, Divisional General Manager, Head of Administration, Chief Security Officer, HSSE Manager, and all departmental heads, signalling the company’s resolve to enforce compliance across board.
