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Seplat Energy investors earn N77bn in July stocks trading

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2 years ago

August 5, 2022

Investors of Seplat Energy Plc earned about N76.79 billion from the shares of the company in the month of July despite sustained sell pressure witnessed on shares of some blue-chip firms quoted on the Nigerian Exchange.

A report obtained from the NGX explained that the oil and gas index which measures the performance of the oil and gas firms quoted on the NGX grew marginally by 2 per cent or 10.94 basis points to closed at 556.28 index point at the end of trading on July 2022 as against the opening index of 545.34 index points at the beginning of the July 2022 trading

It showed that the oil firm stock gained by 10 per cent month to date to N1,430.50 per share from N1,300 it opened the month trading.

Further analysis showed that Seplat Energy closed July at N1,3430.50 per share and N841,769 billion in market capitalisation on the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NGX) as against N1,300 per share and N764.977 billion in market capitalisation at the beginning of trading on July, hence earned a gain of N76.792 billion or 10 per cent.

Seplat Petroleum Development began the year with a share price of N650.00 and has since gained 120 per cent on that price valuation, ranking it sixth on the NGX in terms of year-to-date performance

The oil and gas industry’s growth and profitability are still dependent on operator pricing and quantity, Agusto & Co has said.

The rating agency who stated this in a 2022 Oil & Gas Storage Industry Report said the decreased profit margins, idle or underused capacity, and constrained ability to pay operating and finance expenses could be countered by higher throughput revenue, product diversification plans and efficient downstream company operation.

Seplat Energy Plc reported a rise of 238 per cent in its half year 2022 profit before tax (PBT) to $209.9 million from $62.1 million year-on-year.

The company also maintained a strong balance sheet with $350 million cash at bank.In the company’s unaudited results for the six months ended 30 June 2022, revenue for the period under review also appreciated by 71 per cent to $527 million from $308.8m year-on-year, with a dividend of US$2.5 cents per share declared.

The indigenous energy company also reported a 208.5 per cent rise in gross profit to $274.3 million from $88.9 million year-on-year, and has committed to stopping routine flaring by the end of 2024.

Revenues up 71 per cent from 6M 2021 to $527.0 million, higher realised oil prices of $107/bbl

Commenting on the/ results, which were released to the NSE and LSE, Roger Brown, Chief Executive Officer, Seplat Energy Plc said, “Production increased strongly in the second quarter, achieving 52.4 kboepd across our operations, and we expect to maintain higher volumes for the rest of the year now that we plan to export liquids through the more secure Amukpe-Escravos Pipeline.

“Having divested our interest in Ubima because of its high production costs and export difficulties, we recently acquired a 95 per cent interest in the Abiala marginal field and plan to begin operations there next year using existing infrastructure in OML 40. This is consistent with the strategy for low-cost, low-risk upstream growth we announced last year.

“We remain confident that our transformational acquisition of MPNU will be approved, adding significant reserves and production capacity that will strongly reinforce Seplat Energy’s position as Nigeria’s leading indigenous oil and gas producer. We have recently launched a roadmap for decarbonisation, with a clear path to ending routine flaring by 2024. In addition, our ‘Tree for Life’ initiative will plant five million saplings to sequester carbon across five states.

“All of these initiatives demonstrate our strategic commitment to build a sustainable company that delivers energy transition for the benefit of all Nigerians.”

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FG lists N4.214bn April savings bonds on NGX

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21 hours ago

May 16, 2024

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The Federal Government has listed its April 2024 Savings Bonds worth N4.214 billion on the Nigerian Exchange Limited platform.

This was disclosed in the market bulletin signed by Godstime Iwenekhai, Head, Issuers Regulation Department of NGX.

According to the bulletin, “Trading License Holders are hereby notified that the April 2024 Issue of the Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) Savings Bonds was listed on Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) on May 13, 2024.”

Details of the Bonds include FGS April 2026, 1.228 million units valued at N1.228 billion at a coupon rate of 17.046 percent, while FGS April 2027, 2.986 million units amounted to N2.986 billion at a coupon rate of 18.046 percent.

The bonds are backed by the full faith and credit of the Federal Government of Nigeria and charged upon the general assets of Nigeria, according to the debt office.

FGN Savings Bond is issued monthly in tenors of two and three years with quarterly payment of coupons (interest) at a rate predetermined and published by the DMO every month.

The retail savings bond product was introduced by the Debt Management Office (DMO) on behalf of the Federal Government in 2017 to democratise its activities in the bond market by making it easily accessible to Nigerians to ensure continuous development of the domestic market and bridge infrastructure deficit which has been a constraint to economic growth.

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LCFE inducts 23 commodities brokers

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21 hours ago

May 16, 2024

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As part of its capacity building functions, Lagos Commodities and Futures Exchange (LCFE), has onboarded and inducted another 23 Commodities Brokers, the fourth edition in the series, to increase the number of professionals to specialise in various asset classes in the Nigerian commodities ecosystem.

On the list of those inducted last week were the Managing Director, Dynamic Portfolio Limited, Mr Remi Lasaki and many Chief Executive Officers of stockbroking companies in Nigeria.

In his welcome address, LCFE’s Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Mr Akin Akeredolu-Ale, urged the inductees join hands with The Exchange to build a virile commodities market that shall be beneficial to all.

“LCFE is working hard to build a market that will benefit the entire Capital Market and its brokers. Each broker can select a commodity and dedicate their focus on it, thereby enhancing your company’s wealth, your individual skill set and contributing to the growth of the Nigerian Economy.

“Together, let us seize this opportunity to build a vibrant and dynamic marketplace that unlocks new possibilities for investors, enhances economic prosperity, and positions Nigeria as a leader in commodities trading.

“The Exchange is actively engaging with the Securities and Exchange Commission to obtain approval for more products like Lithium, diamond and Oil and Gas commodities. Just yesterday, we signed an MOU with a Global Certification Agent Bureau Veritas to certify lithium and other Solid Mineral commodities to be traded on LCFE. Additionally, we have made significant strides in the Cashew ecosystem, signing an MOU with the Cashew Association of Nigeria (CAN), aggregators, and a major cashew processor.

“Eko Gold also represents a pioneering investment opportunity within our commodities ecosystem, leveraging stability and transparency to diversify options, attract capital, and create value across the value chain. LCFE is fully committed to supporting its growth and providing brokers with the tools and guidance needed for effective promotion of the asset classes,” said Akeredolu-Ale.

Corroborating him, the Chairman, Securities Dealing Houses of Nigeria (ASHON), Mr Sam Onukwue, noted LCFE was established for total transformation of commodities exchanges in Nigeria and boost the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP).

“The underpinning drive for establishing the exchange was the need to transform and reposition the commodities market and harness opportunities in the commodities ecosystem. This drive will enhance and crate value for all stakeholders in the ecosystem,” he said.

The newly elected President of Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers (CIS), Mr Oluropo Dada, congratulated the inductees and advised them to uphold the ethical standard of the profession and operate with skills and integrity.

Akeredolu-Ale also congratulated the new board and management of Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), under the new Director General, Dr Emomotimi Agada.

In July last year, the Pan African Exchange inducted 33 commodities brokers, including the first female office holder at Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers (CIS), Mrs Fiona Ahimie.

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Tinubu asks Senate to confirm four board members of SEC

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22 hours ago

May 16, 2024

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President Bola Tinubu has asked the Senate to screen and confirm four persons appointed as board members of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the apex regulator of Nigeria’s Capital Market.

The President’s request was contained in a letter read by the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio during the plenary on Wednesday.

The appointed members of the SEC are Emomotimi Agama, Frana Chukwuogor, Bola Ajomale and Samiya Hassan-Usman.

While Agama was appointed as Director-General, Mr Chukwuogor will serve as Executive Commissioner (Legal and Enforcement) of the Security and Exchange Commission. Ajomale was appointed as Executive Commissioner (Operations) while Hassan-Usman was appointed as Executive Commissioner (Corporate Services).

In April, President Tinubu approved the appointment of seven persons as members of the SEC pending their confirmations by the Senate. But, only four names were transmitted to the Senate for confirmation and Tinubu did not give reasons for not including the names of the other three professionals.

In the letter, the President explained that the appointment complied with the provisions of section (1) of the Investment and Security Act of 2007.

“Confirmation of appointment of the Director-General and Commissioners of the Securities and Exchange Commission.

“By the provision of sections 3 and 5 (1) of theInvestment and Securities Act 2007. I am pleased to present for confirmation by the Senate the under-listed four nominees as Director-General and Commissioners of Securities and Exchange Commission,” he said.

The president urged the lawmakers to expedite the screening and confirmation process.

The Senate President thereafter referred the request to the Senate Committee on Capital Markets to report back to the Senate within two weeks.