Nigerian Breweries Strengthens Operations Amid Risks

Nigerian Breweries Plc is taking proactive measures to strengthen its operations against macroeconomic risks, including supply chain disruptions linked to the Middle East crisis and rising inflation, particularly in food prices. During the 80th pre-annual general meeting media briefing held in Lagos, Finance Director Maria Karaseva identified three major external risks and outlined strategies to sustain growth and protect consumers from price shocks.

She noted that the company leverages its relationship with major shareholder Heineken to cushion potential supply shocks and employs financial hedging tools to mitigate currency volatility, especially concerning the naira. Despite challenges, the company reported a strong financial rebound in 2025, with group revenue rising by 35% to ₦1.5 trillion, gross profit increasing by 77% to ₦565 billion, and operating profit growing by 194% to ₦205 billion.

The net profit was ₦99 billion, a turnaround from a loss in 2024, attributed to improved cost management and reduced financial expenses.