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JUST IN: Transcorp Power Plc Releases Audited FY2023 Results; Grows Topline by 57.03% and Profit by 75%; Declares Dividend of N3.13.

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One of Nigeria’s power subsidiaries and leading listed conglomerate, Transnational Corporation Plc, has released its audited financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2023.

The Company reported gross earnings of N142.1 billion for the 12 months, marking a strong increase of 57.30%, from N90.34 billion reported in FY 2022. Profit before tax showed a similar impressive year-on-year growth, surging by 84.61% to N52.8 billion, from N28.6 billion reported in the previous year.

Commenting on the results, Peter Ikenga, Managing Director/CEO of Transcorp Power attributed the substantial growth to the Company’s strong operational capabilities and effective business strategies.

“We are proud of the significant progress we have made in delivering value to our shareholders and other stakeholders. This performance is a testament to the dedication and hard work of our team, as well as our focus on operational efficiency and ingenuity,” Ikenga stated.

With earnings per share standing at N92.25, Transcorp Power continues to deliver significant returns to its investors, reaffirming its position as a leading player in the power sector. The Company, which was listed on the main board of the Nigerian Exchange on March 4, 2024, has continued to enjoy impressive market confidence.

In line with its commitment to shareholder value, the Board of Directors has proposed a final dividend of N3.13 to shareholders. This dividend payout reflects the Company’s strong financial position and underscores its dedication to rewarding shareholders for their support and investment in the Company.

Transcorp Group continues to demonstrate its position as a major player in the African power sector, with a focus on delivering reliable power solutions to meet the needs of its customers and stakeholders, in line with its mission of improving lives and transforming Africa. Transcorp Power operates the 972 MW gas-fired Ughelli Power Plant, while non-quoted Transcorp Group subsidiary TransAfam Power operates the 966 MW gas-fired Afam Power Plant, with total joint installed capacity of approximately 2,000 MW. In 2023, executing its strategy of value chain optimisation, Transcorp Group invested in the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) to ensure power gets to the last mile users safely and reliably.

Transcorp Power Plc is one of Nigeria’s principal power generation companies and an electricity generating subsidiary of Transnational Corporation Plc (“Transcorp Group”), a leading African listed conglomerate, with strategic investments in the power, hospitality, and energy sectors. Transcorp Power is committed to creating value, driving economic growth and ensuring social good, through access to plentiful and robust electricity supply.

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We didn’t shutdown Tummy Tummy noodles factory – NAFDAC

In a statement released on Wednesday, the Director-General of NAFDAC, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, clarified that the viral recording was not only misleading but also a recycled falsehood.

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The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued a formal disclaimer concerning an audio recording circulating on social media.

The audio recording falsely claims the agency shut down the Tummy Tummy noodles manufacturing facility in Anambra State.

In a statement released on Wednesday, the Director-General of NAFDAC, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, clarified that the viral recording was not only misleading but also a recycled falsehood.

According to her, the same audio first appeared in Oct. 2023 and was thoroughly investigated at the time.

“The claims made in the recording are entirely false.

“The Tummy Tummy noodles facility in Anambra State was not sealed,” she stated.

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Illicit Financial Flows Draining National Resources – Adedeji

He emphasized the need to strengthen Nigeria’s domestic resource mobilisation to safeguard national wealth.

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•Chairman of FIRS, Zacch Adedeji

On July 22, 2025, the Executive Chairman of FIRS, Zacch Adedeji, delivered the welcome address at the National Conference on Illicit Financial Flows in Abuja.

He emphasizied the need to strengthen Nigeria’s domestic resource mobilisation to safeguard national wealth.

He cited the recent tax reforms as a major step forward and highlighted the following as key points in his welcome address:

* Illicit Financial Flows through tax evasion, profit shifting and money laundering are draining national resources and threatening fiscal stability.

  • The recent signing of four tax reform bills marks a critical step toward transparency, system overhaul, and stronger institutions.
  • FIRS is responding with a multi-dimensional strategy: promoting voluntary compliance, embracing digital intelligence and enhancing enforcement under the Proceeds of Crime Act.
  • * A need for unified, data-driven, and globally coordinated action to close fiscal gaps and protect Nigeria’s economic future.
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Just in: CBN Retains July Interest Rate at 27.5% , Says 8 banks meet recapitalisation target

The Governor of CBN, Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, disclosed this at the MPC briefing in Abuja this afternoon.

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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has maintained the July Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) of 27.5 percent with all policy parameters.

The Governor of CBN, Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, disclosed this at the MPC briefing in Abuja this afternoon.

Mr Cardoso explained that the asymmetric corridor was retained at +500/-100 basis points around the MPR, leaving the Cash Reserve Ratio at 50 per cent for Deposit Money Banks and a general Liquidity Ratio of 30 percent. 

He said that the decision to maintain the current MPR was premised on the need to continue to ensure the ongoing inflation reduction while vigorously ensuring declining prices.

The CBN boss revealed that as of July 18, the nation’s foreign reserve stood at 40.1 billion, which could provide import cover of nine and a half months.

He also disclosed that eight banks had achieved the new recapitalisation requirements.

The governor said the monetary and fiscal authorities would continue to work together to reduce the nation’s inflation rate to a single digit.

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