Coronation Registrars Processes N1.28trn In Dividends, Returns N3.67 Unclaimed To Investors

Coronation Registrars Limited has highlighted its role in supporting transparency and efficiency in Nigeria’s capital market, with N1.28 trillion in dividends processed in 2025.

Also, the Company returned N3.67 billion in legacy unclaimed dividends to investors, strengthening shareholder record accuracy and service efficiency

The Company made this known in its 2025 performance scorecard released. In 2025, Coronation Registrars processed N1.28 trillion in dividends, accounting for over 40 per cent of total dividends distributed on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX). This performance underscores the organisation’s scale and the trust placed in it by leading publicly listed companies.

Coronation Registrars also recorded 34.8 per cent market share of the NGX by market capitalisation, while maintaining 64 per cent coverage of companies listed on the NGX Premium Board, reflecting strong partnerships with some of Nigeria’s largest and most influential issuers.

Operationally, the registrar facilitated 1.99 million buy and sell transactions in 2025, while managing 2.91 million shareholder accounts across its registrar’s portfolio.

The organisation also continued to address the longstanding issue of unclaimed dividends. In 2025, N3.67 billion in legacy unclaimed dividends was successfully returned to investors, helping reconnect shareholders with previously outstanding entitlements.

To further strengthen shareholder record accuracy and service efficiency, Coronation Registrars said that it processed over 513,000 KYC and shareholder account updates, including CHN updates and record changes.

Speaking on the milestone, the managing director of Coronation Registrars Limited, Oluseyi Owoturo stated, “Our 2025 scorecard reflects the responsibility we carry as custodians of shareholder records and facilitators of dividend distribution for many of Nigeria’s leading companies. We remain committed to improving investor access, strengthening operational efficiency, and supporting the continued development of Nigeria’s capital market.”

Coronation Registrars Limited remains focused on leveraging technology, operational excellence, and strong issuer partnerships to deliver reliable registry services while supporting the evolving needs of shareholders and listed companies.