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Guinness Nigeria roars back with N41.2bn profit after bold restructuring

From losses to record profits: How Guinness Nigeria's bold reforms revived its fortunes. Shareholders now reap rewards as the brewer eyes sustained growth.

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Guinness Nigeria roars back with N41.2bn profit after bold restructuring

Guinness Nigeria Plc has bounced back to profitability after years of restructuring. The company reported a profit after tax of N41.2 billion in 2025, alongside a 144% revenue jump to N730.8 billion. Shareholders have also seen a sharp rise in the company’s stock price over the past year. The turnaround follows a long period of restructuring, with the brewer focusing on four key areas: culture, operational excellence, consumer obsession, and financial performance. Under Managing Director Girish Sharma, the company streamlined operations, empowered local teams to make faster decisions, and expanded its distribution network. These changes helped drive efficiency and market growth.

In early 2026, Guinness Nigeria continued its strong performance, declaring its first interim dividend in four years—N2 per share. The company also launched Orijin Beer in a more affordable PET format, targeting consumers struggling with rising living costs.

Sharma credited the recovery to a clear strategy of cost control, localised decision-making, and innovation. He expects the business to maintain double-digit growth in the coming years, building on its recent momentum. The brewer’s financial recovery has already boosted investor confidence, reflected in its climbing share price. With a renewed focus on efficiency and consumer needs, Guinness Nigeria aims to sustain its growth trajectory. The company’s first dividend payout in years signals further stability ahead.

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