
Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola’s Geregu Power to pay $14.4 million final dividend to shareholders
The final dividend for the year ended Dec. 31, 2024, amounts to N21.25 billion ($14.4 million), translating to a payout of N8.5 per share.
The final dividend for the year ended Dec. 31, 2024, amounts to N21.25 billion ($14.4 million), translating to a payout of N8.5 per share.
This robust result follows a history of consistent financial success, positioning the company at the forefront of Nigeria’s power sector.
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Geregu Power’s impressive forecast is bolstered by its plans to expand total capacity from 435MW to 1,200MW.
The company is in line to acquire one of five power plants being sold by the Nigerian government through the Ministry of Power.
The MoU, signed in Berlin on May 29, 2024, focuses on developing solutions for sustainable, resilient, and efficient power generation at Geregu’s existing plant.
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Otedola’s focus on operational efficiency across his portfolio has fueled earnings growth and valuations.
According to the latest earnings forecast, the power-generating giant is optimistic about achieving a gross profit of N20.79 billion ($13.04 million) in the second quarter of 2024.
Geregu Power’s exceptional financial performance has solidified its position as one of Nigeria’s most profitable entities.
The dividend solidifies Otedola’s position among Nigeria’s top dividend earners and adds another financial milestone to his already impressive portfolio.