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EnjoyCorp acquires 86.5% stake in Champion Breweries

Champion Breweries gets shareholder approval for capital raise

EnjoyCorp Limited has successfully completed the acquisition of 86.5 percent equity stake in Champion Breweries plc, a prominent figure in the regional brewing industry. Champion Breweries Plc will remain listed on the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX).

EnjoyCorp acquired 100percent shareholding in The Raysun Nigeria Limited, which in turn holds the 86.5 percent stake in Champion Breweries Plc listed on the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX).

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This acquisition marks EnjoyCorp’s strategic entry into the beverage category, underpinning the company’s long-term commitment to the African consumer.

Champion Breweries Plc will be integrated as a cornerstone subsidiary within EnjoyCorp’s expanding portfolio of food, beverage, and hospitality brands.

Sequel to the approval of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission, the parties have successfully completed the transaction, and EnjoyCorp has taken full control of 100 percent shares in The Raysun Nigeria Limited accordingly.

EnjoyCorp is welcome aboard Champion Breweries Plc, and the brewer looks forward to an exciting new chapter of growth and value creation for all its stakeholders, powered by EnjoyCorp’s vision and resources.

Champion Breweries Plc is confident that this partnership will unlock new opportunities and elevate the brand to greater heights.

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EnjoyCorp said it is committed to building Champion Breweries and galvanising shareholder value through strategic initiatives and investments that align with its mission of enriching life’s moments through a diverse portfolio of brands.

Iheanyi Nwachukwu, is a creative content writer with over 18 years journalism experience writing on banking, finance and capital markets. The multiple awards winning journalist is Assistant Editor, BusinessDay. Iheanyi holds BSc Degree in Economics from Imo State University; Master of Science (MSc) Degree in Management from University of Lagos. Iheanyi has attended several work-related trainings including (i) Advanced Writing and Reporting Skills (Pan African University, Lagos); (ii) News Agency Journalism (Indian Institute of Mass Communication {IIMC}, New Delhi, India); and (iii) Capital Markets Development and Regulations (International Law Institute {ILI} of Georgetown University, Washington DC, USA).

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