The Nigerian Exchange Group Plc (NGX Group) has declared a profit of N15.6 billion for 2025 fiscal year.
According to the statement released on Friday in Lagos, the NGX Group recorded double-digit revenue growth, improved operating margins, stronger liquidity and a reinforced balance sheet, underscoring earnings resilience amid a challenging macroeconomic environment.
The statement stated that the Board of Directors approved the 2025 Audited Financial Statements at its meeting on February 24, 2026, following consideration of the report of the Board Risk and Audit Committee.
It added that the Board declared a 50% year-on-year increase in total dividend and approved a 1-for-3 bonus share issue.
The financial performance highlights showed that for the year ended December 31, 2025, the NGX Group recorded:
- Core revenue growth of 36.0% to ₦22.9 billion (FY 2024: ₦16.9 billion)
- Operating profit increased by 44.4% to ₦11.8 billion
- Profit Before Tax of ₦15.6 billion, up from N13.6billion in 2024
- Earnings per share of ₦4.75
- Year on year reduction in total expenses
Commenting on the results, the Chairman of the NGX Group, Alhaji.Umaru Kwairanga, stated: “Our 2025 performance demonstrates the resilience of our business model and the effectiveness of disciplined strategic execution. Strong revenue growth, improved operating margins and a Statement on Investors’ Relations Nigerian Exchange Group Plc has a dedicated investors’ portal on its corporate website.
The increased dividend and bonus issue reflect the Board’s confidence in the sustainability of our earnings and the robustness of our capital position as we continue to deepen Nigeria’s capital markets. We are confident that the momentum that we have built in 2025 will be sustained given investor confidence in the Nigerian capital market and a pipeline of exciting new listings that will broaden and deepen the market.”
The Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Temi Popoola, added, “We delivered strong top-line growth and enhanced profitability in 2025 despite macroeconomic headwinds. Our
36% core revenue growth, improved operating efficiency and successful deleveraging have strengthened our capital base and financial flexibility, supporting the increased dividend and bonus issuance.
“As regulatory standards evolve, including the recent upward review of minimum capital requirements by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), our robust balance sheet positions us to meet new thresholds seamlessly while continuing to invest in liquidity expansion, product innovation and market infrastructure to build a resilient, globally competitive exchange group.”
“With improved liquidity, a strengthened capital base, and diversified revenue streams, NGX Group remains well positioned to sustain its growth trajectory and deliver long-term value to shareholders
and stakeholders alike.”
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