Lafarge Africa Hits N1.1trn Revenue Growth In 2025

Lafarge Africa Plc has announced a revenue growth of N1.1 trillion in 2025, representing a 53 per cent surge from N696.8 billion recorded in the corresponding period of 2024.

Following a review of the results for the year ended December 31, 2025, the company recorded an increase in profit after tax, which rose from N100.1 billion in 2024 to a remarkable N273 billion representing a 173 per cent increase. This outstanding performance is underpinned by volume-led growth, disciplined cost optimization across operations, enhanced plant stability, improved distribution efficiency, retail expansion, and efficient financial management.

Operating profit increased from N193 billion in 2024 to N392 billion following strong top-line momentum and continued execution on cost and efficiency initiatives. Earnings per share grew from N6.22 in 2024 to N17 in 2025, representing an outstanding 173 per cent increase.

Speaking on the results, the CEO of Lafarge Africa, Lolu Alade-Akinyemi said “our full year 2025 results are a testament of the effectiveness of our four-point strategy, disciplined execution and relentless focus on value creation. Reaching the N1 trillion net sales threshold, a 53 per cent year-on-year increase, marks a historic turning point for our Company.

“With a 103 per cent surge in operating profit to N392 billion, we have demonstrated exceptional operating excellence. This 173 per cent growth in profit after tax is the direct result of our focus on plant reliability, operational efficiency, and commitment to shareholder value.”

Alade-Akinyemi added, ‘looking forward, with Huaxin’s collaboration and industrial expertise, we are excited about the year 2026 and the opportunities ahead. We maintain a prudent and agile approach to capital allocation and cost management while positioning the business to capitalise on emerging market opportunities. Our resilience, operational scale, and strategic clarity provide a strong foundation for sustainable growth and enhanced shareholder value.”

On 2026 outlook, the CEO reaffirmed that the company’s priorities are focused on improving capacity utilisation, enhancing value creation, embedding sustainability across operations, and top-notch industry-leading health and safety performance.

Recently, the company announced their plans to expand Ashakacem Plant in Gombe State and Sagamu Plant in Ogun State. Upon completion, Ashaka and Sagamu Plants’ total capacity will be 2MT and 3.5MT per annum respectively. After the expansion, the total capacity of Lafarge Africa will rise to 14.0MMT.

Alade- Akinyemi stated that “Lafarge Africa will continue to explore the volume opportunities in our markets, while sustaining prudent cost optimisation. Our sustainability-driven growth model remains at the core of our long-term value creation strategy, underpinned by the continued execution of our strategic priorities.”