MTN Nigeria Communications Plc has announced an interim dividend payout of ₦5.02 per ordinary share for the third quarter ended 30 September 2025, marking a continued show of resilience by the telecom giant amid Nigeria’s challenging macroeconomic environment.
The board of directors approved the dividend following a robust third-quarter performance, underscoring MTN’s commitment to shareholder value creation. The dividend, subject to withholding tax, will be paid electronically on 28 November 2025 to shareholders whose names appear in the company’s Register of Members as of the close of business on 20 November 2025.
The Register of Shareholders will be closed from 21 November 2025 to enable the processing of payments and administrative reconciliations.
According to the announcement signed by Uto Ukpanah, MTN Nigeria’s Company Secretary, eligible shareholders who have completed the e-dividend registration will receive their payments directly into their bank accounts through the company’s registrar, Coronation Registrars Limited.
MTN advised shareholders who have not yet completed their e-dividend registration to do so promptly to avoid delays. “Shareholders who are yet to complete the e-dividend mandate form should click on the link provided to submit to the Registrar and their respective banks,” the company said.
The telecommunications company further encouraged shareholders with unclaimed dividends to check the updated list on Coronation Registrars’ website and complete their e-dividend mandates to ensure seamless payment in the future.
The interim dividend declaration signals MTN Nigeria’s financial stability and its sustained profitability across a competitive telecoms landscape. The payout comes despite foreign exchange headwinds, high inflation, and rising operational costs that have impacted corporate earnings across Nigeria’s capital markets.
MTN Nigeria remains one of the most valuable companies listed on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), contributing significantly to the performance of the telecommunications and ICT sectors, which together account for over 16% of Nigeria’s GDP.
Industry observers note that the dividend announcement aligns with MTN Nigeria’s long-term strategy to consolidate its leadership in digital and fintech services. The company continues to expand its 5G coverage, enhance mobile money operations, and strengthen broadband connectivity across Nigeria.
The focus on network innovation and digital inclusion has not only supported revenue growth but also improved customer experience and retention. MTN’s ongoing investments in infrastructure are part of its “Ambition 2025” strategy, aimed at leading digital solutions for Africa’s progress.
With over 79 million subscribers, MTN Nigeria remains the largest mobile operator in the country and a key player in driving Nigeria’s digital economy.
After a two-year break, MTN Nigeria Communications Plc has announced the resumption of dividend payments, declaring an interim dividend of ₦5.00 per 2 kobo ordinary share.
The last time MTN Nigeria paid a dividend was in 2023, when shareholders received a ₦10.00 final dividend in April and a ₦5.60 interim dividend in August of that year.
The company had suspended dividend payments due to significant foreign exchange losses and negative retained earnings, which pushed its 2024 financials into a loss position.
This year’s interim payout, though slightly affected by currency adjustments, is viewed as a vote of confidence in the company’s earnings outlook and management efficiency.
The company urged investors seeking further clarification on dividend payments or e-dividend registration to contact Coronation Registrars via customerservice@coronationregistrars.com
or reach MTN’s investor relations team at investorrelation.ng@mtn.com
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