Cement Industry Warns of Price Hikes and Shortages Without Government Action on Competition and Integration Policies
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Cement manufacturers believe rising prices won't come down if government fails to address monopoly in the sector.
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Association warned cement price will increase from ₦5000 to ₦9000 due to government's concrete road plans.
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Manufacturers urged government to allow both cement and asphalt road designs to run concurrently.
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Association requested government conclude backward integration policy started under Yar'Adua.
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Manufacturers called on new government to expand participation in cement sector to increase availability and affordability.