A total of twelve companies listed on the Nigerian Exchange announced dividends in the third quarter of 2025, ranging from N70 to N0.03 per share.
Altogether, these dividends, both interim and final, total N234.9 billion, highlighting a robust payout following a strong first half in 2025.
Dividend announcements remain one of the most influential factors driving investor sentiment, alongside solid earnings results and significant corporate actions.
Beyond serving as a financial reward, dividends often convey a signal of confidence that can positively shape a company’s market outlook.
Consistent dividend declarations and timely payments tend to strengthen investor confidence, attract income-oriented investors, and, in some cases, elevate a company’s standing on the Exchange.
The following are the companies that announced dividends in the third quarter of 2025, whether interim or final, rewarding their shareholders accordingly.
Okomu Oil Palm Plc declared an interim dividend of N30 per share, translating to a total payout of N28.6 billion. The announcement was made on July 24, 2025, and represents a major increase from the N8 distributed in the prior year.
The company’s half-year earnings showed significant strength, as profit after tax rose to N47.5 billion from N20.1 billion, supported by a sharp rise in revenue.
On the balance sheet, revenue reserves climbed 42.14% to N76.6 billion, while total net assets increased to N78.2 billion from N55.4 billion.
Okomu Oil’s stock performed strongly, gaining 29.11% during the third quarter and 150% year-to-date.
