Dangote Cement raises 2025 dividend by 50% to N45 per share

The Nigerian cement giant's payout hike underscores resilient cash generation despite macro headwinds, adding to a busy July distribution calendar on the NGX.

By Handelsavisen Newsroom · Automated 2026-07-03 08:00 UTC · 1 min read

Dangote Cement Plc has approved a 50% increase in its dividend payout for 2025, raising the per-share distribution from N30 to N45.

The move brings the total dividend pool to N753.8 billion, marking another significant return of capital to shareholders for the market-leading producer.

The payout increase signals management's confidence in the company's liquidity position and operational cash flows.

By lifting the dividend by N15 per share, Dangote Cement is reinforcing its status as a primary income generator on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX).

The decision comes as investors seek reliable yield amid broader economic volatility in the region.

This distribution adds to a crowded corporate calendar for July 2026, with seven NGX-listed companies scheduled to pay dividends this month.