United Capital Plans Growth, Declares N5.4bn Dividend

United Capital has set a strategic plan to maintain its growth momentum in the second quarter of 2026 by solidifying its market leadership and expanding its footprint across Africa. Peter Ashade, Group Chief Executive Officer of United Capital, announced this during the "Investor Relation Connect" event in Lagos.

The company aims to enhance shareholder value and deliver long-term benefits to stakeholders. United Capital, which has evolved from a capital market operator eight years ago to a group with various subsidiaries, plans to transform the African continent through innovative investment banking solutions.

The company reported exceptional financial performance in the first half of 2026, with profit before tax increasing to N24.78 billion, an 80% growth year-on-year, and profit after tax rising by 77% to N21.10 billion. The Board of Directors has approved an interim dividend of N5.4 billion, equating to 30 kobo per ordinary share of 50 kobo each.