* Delivers shareholders N1.02 bn total interim dividend payment
By Abubakar Ojima-Ojo
The Transcorp Hotels Plc otherwise known as the Company, or NGX: TRANSCOHOT, the hospitality subsidiary of Transnational Corporation Plc (“Transcorp Group”), has announced its H1 unaudited results for the period ended June 30, 2025.
The results show an impressive 60% growth in revenue against the same period in 2024. Gross Profit increased by 71% year on year, the company said at the weekend.
The period saw the launch of the Company’s world-class, 5,000-seat capacity Transcorp Centre, demonstrating Transcorp Hotels positioning as the event and hospitality leader in Nigeria. The Company’s successful launch of Nigeria’s largest corporate venue is further evidence of its ability to unlock new revenue streams and drive sustainable growth.
Key Highlights as given by the company details growth indicators as strong growth in Revenue,Transcorp Hotels recording an impressive Y-o-Y revenue growth of 60% from ₦29.72 billion in H1 2024, to ₦47.57 billion in H1 2025, continuing profitability momentum, Transcorp Hotels sustaining its profit momentum in H1 2025, growing gross profit by 71% to ₦36.21 billion, from ₦21.19 billion of the preceding year, and that this notable growth translated to an improvement in H1 2025 gross profit margin, increasing to 76%, despite the challenging macroeconomic environment marked by rising inflation and increased operating costs.
It says in line with its promise to continually deliver value, the Company is rewarding shareholders with an interim dividend of N1,024,252,841 at N0.10 for every 50 kobo ordinary share, subject to appropriate withholding tax.
Chairman Transcorp Hotels Plc, Emmanuel Nnorom, commented that: “Transcorp Hotels’ outstanding performance in the first half of 2025 furhter validates our transformative strategies, with a laser focus on innovation and operational efficiency. It affirms our steadfast dedication to delivering investor returns and signals our profound confidence in Transcorp Hotels’ future growth. Moving forward, we are confident in our ability to consistently raise the bar for the industry, fulfilling our mission to redefine hospitality in Africa.”
MD/CEO Transcorp Hotels Plc, Uzo Oshogwe, also noted that: “Our exceptional H1 2025 performance reflects our relentless execution of a growth-focused agenda. These results reflect the resilience of our business model and the dedication of our team. Building on the foundation of our iconic assets, the Transcorp Hilton Abuja and the new 5,000-seat capacity Transcorp Centre, we are not just leading Nigeria’s hospitality sector, but redefining excellence across Africa. Our sustained momentum is a reflection of our commitment to innovation, operational efficiency, and value creation for all stakeholders.”
Transcorp Hotels Plc is the hospitality subsidiary of Transnational Corporation Plc, one of Africa’s leading listed companies with strategic investments in the power, hospitality, and energy sectors. Transcorp Hotels is redefining hospitality standards in Africa through its businesses, including the iconic Transcorp Hilton Abuja, Nigeria’s flagship hospitality destination, and digital platform, Aura by Transcorp Hotels.
