Seplat Energy Plc has received two major honours at the 2026 Nairametrics Capital Market Awards, earning recognition for its performance on the Nigerian capital market.
The company was named Energy Company of the Year and Dividend Paying Company of the Year during the awards ceremony held in Lagos. The organisers said the awards reflect Seplat Energy’s strong financial results, operational efficiency, stable production levels and commitment to delivering value to shareholders.
Speaking after the announcement, Seplat Energy’s Director of External Affairs and Social Performance, Chioma Afe, said the recognition encourages the company to maintain high standards and continue improving its performance. She added that awards of this nature help promote transparency, excellence and best practices within Nigeria’s capital market.
According to the organisers, winners were selected through an assessment based on publicly available financial records and corporate disclosures. Companies were evaluated using key indicators such as revenue growth, profit after tax, return on equity, production capacity, dividend yield and dividend payout.
Nairametrics Financial Advocates Limited Chief Executive Officer, Ugodre Obi-Chukwu, said the awards celebrate businesses that have remained resilient despite economic challenges, including exchange rate volatility and tighter financial conditions. He noted that Nigeria’s capital market has continued to attract investor confidence through stronger corporate earnings and increased participation.
The 2026 edition of the awards focused on the theme, “Capital Markets as a Pathway to Responsible Wealth Creation,” highlighting the importance of sustainable and ethical business practices in creating long-term value for investors and the wider economy.
Seplat Energy is listed on both the Nigerian Exchange Limited and the London Stock Exchange. The company operates oil and gas assets in the Niger Delta and owns gas processing facilities, including those at Oben, Sapele and the ANOH gas processing plant.
