Nigerian Exchange Group Plc has posted revenue of N22.9 billion in its 2025 operations, up from N16.9 billion posted in the corresponding period of 2024.

The exchange’s audited full year (FY) result for the period ended December 31, 2025, showed a 36 per cent rise in revenue, while profit before tax (PBT) also rose from 13.6 billion to N15.6 billion. In addition, operating profit increased to N11.8 billion, representing a growth of 44.4 per cent.

Based on the improved performance, the directors of the company recommended a final cash dividend of N2 per ordinary share, bringing the total dividend for the full year 2025 to N3 per share, a 50 per cent increase year-on-year.

Also, shareholders will receive one new ordinary share for every three shares held, with a qualification date of 10 April 2026.

According to the exchange, the combined dividend increase and bonus issue reflects balanced capital allocation and enhanced shareholders’ rewards while maintaining financial flexibility to support strategic growth initiatives.

Group Chairman of NGX Group, Umaru Kwairanga, said the results underscored the resilience of the Group’s business model and the effectiveness of its disciplined strategic execution.

He noted that strong revenue growth, improved operating margins and a strengthened balance sheet reaffirmed the group’s commitment to delivering sustainable long-term value to shareholders.

According to him, the increased dividend payout and bonus issue reflect the board’s confidence in the sustainability of earnings and the robustness of the company’s capital position as it continues to deepen Nigeria’s capital market.