L-R: Independent Non-Executive Director, Mrs. Olusola Oworo; Managing Director/CEO, Mr. Girish Sharma; Chairman and Independent Non-Executive Director, Prof. Fabian Ajogwu; Independent Non-Executive Director, Mrs. Vivian Shobo, and Vice – Chairman and Non- Executive Director, Mr. Harkishin Aswani, all of Guinness Nigeria PLC at the company’s 75th Annual General Meeting held at the Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos on Wednesday April 15
Wednesday April 15, 2026
Nigeria’s leading total beverage alcohol company, Guinness Nigeria Plc, on Wednesday, April 15, hosted shareholders at its 75th Annual General Meeting in Lagos, reaffirming its strong performance and clear path to sustained growth.
The meeting followed the release of the Company’s Q1 FY2026 financial results, which included an interim dividend of ₦2.00 per ordinary share, signaling a return to rewarding shareholders and reinforcing confidence in the Company’s financial position.
At the AGM, shareholders reviewed the Company’s 18-month financial performance, reflecting a period of strategic transition, disciplined execution, and a return to profitability. The results underscore Guinness Nigeria’s focus on building a more agile and resilient business amid a dynamic operating environment.
Shareholders unanimously approved all resolutions presented, including the election and re-election of directors, as well as the appointment of Ernst & Young as Independent External Auditors, effective January 1, 2026, demonstrating continued confidence in the Company’s governance and leadership.
Speaking at the meeting, Chairman of the Board, Prof. Fabian Ajogwu, OFR, SAN, described the period as a defining phase in the Company’s journey, marked by resilience, transformation, and renewed momentum.
He noted that despite a challenging macroeconomic environment, the Company successfully navigated its transition phase and is now firmly on a path of sustainable growth and value creation.
“Earlier in April 2025, our Company attained the milestone of its 75th anniversary in Nigeria, a feat very few companies have achieved in Nigeria. This year also marked Guinness Nigeria’s turnaround with return to profitability. Worthy of note is the Company’s change of financial year end dates from 30th June to 31st December, starting this financial year.”
