Transcorp Power proposes N3.50kobo final dividend as FY’24 profit grows by 165%

Transcorp Power Plc hit significant milestones in financial performance for the fiscal year 2024, signalling further robust growth in revenue and profitability.

In the company’s latest audited results, submitted to the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX), Transcorp Power reported a 115 percent increase in revenue and 165 percent growth in Profit After Tax (PAT), demonstrating strong operational leadership and strategic execution.

The key financial highlights:
For the year ended December 31, 2024, the company’s revenue increased by 115 percent, from N142.1 billion in FY 2023 to N305.9 billion.

Gross profit grew by 89 percent from N75.4 billion in FY 2023 to N142.2 billion in FY 2024. Profit after tax surged by 165 percent from N30.2 billion in FY 2023 to N80 billion in FY 2024.

Following the complete repayment of its USD loan, the Company’s gearing ratio reduced significantly from 64.48 percent in FY 2023 to 29.70 percent in FY 2024, indicating improved financial stability.

Return on assets increased from 13.53 percent in FY 2023 to 20.17 percent in FY 2024. Return on equity grew from 52.25 percent in FY 2023 to 63.19 percent in FY 2024, demonstrating efficient income generation from equity.

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Demonstrating its commitment to shareholder value, the Board of Directors has proposed a final dividend of N3.50kobo per ordinary share, which when combined with the Interim Dividend of N1.50kobo paid at half-year, brings the Total Dividend for the 2024 financial year to N5 per ordinary share.

This dividend payout highlights the Company’s strong financial position and reaffirms its dedication to rewarding shareholders for their continued
support and investment.

Commenting on the results, Emmanuel N. Nnorom, Chairman, Transcorp Power who emphasised the Company’s focus on stakeholder value said: “Transcorp Power has become one of Nigeria’s most formidable power operators, committed to bridging the energy gap in the country and contributing to the nation’s economic growth. This financial performance reflects our unwavering commitment to our shareholders and stakeholders.

“We remain steadfast in our pursuit of value creation and assure our investors of continued robust returns. I am proud of how our organisation faced and responded to a particularly challenging market and macroeconomic environment and our future is bright,” Nnorom said.

Speaking on the performance, Peter Ikenga, Chief Executive Officer, Transcorp Power attributed the results to the Company’s strategic investments and a deliberate focus on enhancing operational efficiencies.

He said: “Transcorp Power is dedicated to financial discipline and delivering unparalleled value to our stakeholders. Since our public listing, we have maintained consistent growth across all financial metrics, aligning with our mission to deliver value. We are confident in our ability to sustain this trajectory of success.”