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Dangote Cement Plc shareholders will receive a record dividend of N45 per share for the 2025 financial year, which represents a 50% increase over the previous payout and further strengthens the company’s position as one of the most profitable investments in the Nigerian capital market.
The company has paid out more than $3.3 trillion in dividends to shareholders over the past 15 years, underscoring its ongoing commitment to creating sustainable value for investors
The latest dividend announcement reflects the strength of Dangote Cement’s business model, its resilient financial performance and its disciplined approach in balancing expansion with superior shareholder returns. Over the years, investors have benefited not only from robust dividend payments, but also from significant capital appreciation in the company’s stock.
Speaking on the company’s commitment to value creation, Dangote Cement Chairman, Emmanuel Ikazoboh, reaffirmed the company’s determination to deliver consistent returns while maintaining the highest standards of corporate governance and operational excellence.
“Our commitment remains to create sustainable value for all stakeholders. We are proud of the trust placed in us by our shareholders over the years and will continue to pursue strategies that improve profitability, strengthen corporate governance and deliver superior returns on investments,” he said.
The company’s dividend history has become one of the most impressive on the Nigerian Stock Exchange. Dangote Cement had earlier increased its dividend by 50%, from N20 per share to N30 per share, demonstrating a consistent track record of rewarding shareholders even in challenging economic conditions.
Group CEO/CEO Arvind Pathak noted that the company’s growth strategy remains firmly anchored in expanding production capacity, improving operational efficiency and strengthening its pan-African footprint.
Commenting on the Board’s decision to increase the dividend payout to N45 per share, Pathak said: “The decision to increase our dividend by 50% to N45 per share demonstrates the strength of Dangote Cement’s earnings and cash generating capacity.”
