National Economy

Unilever Nigeria Records 24% Growth In Turnover

- BY ADEJUMOKE ADEESO

Unilever Nigeria Plc released its unaudited interim report for the six months period ended 30th June 2023. The Company recorded Turnover of N54.2 billion in the period under review which represents 24 per cent topline growth compared to N43.8 billion Turnover recorded in the correspond­ing period in 2022.

The company recorded a gross profit of N13.1 billion for the period ended 30th June 2023 which is 8 per cent drop versus N14.2 billion reported for same period last year.

The result showed a profit for the year from continuing operations of N2.8 billion for the period ended 30th June 2023 compared to a profit for the correspond­ing period in 2022 of N1.9 billion which is 45 per cent up versus 2022.

Speaking on the results, the Managing Director, Tim Kleinebenn­e, said, “Unilever Nigeria remains focused on the delivery of its 4G growth model of competitiv­e, consistent, profitable, and responsibl­e growth. Unilever is pleased with its performanc­e progress riding on the pillars of operationa­l efficiency, cost optimisati­on, purposeful brands and increasing market share across key categories.

“Unilever Nigeria will continue to strengthen its operations in the country to meet citizen’s needs in health and hygiene through our brands and products,” he added.

As a centenary old company and the longest serving manufactur­ing company in Nigeria, Unilever Nigeria is committed to ensuring continuous socioecono­mic impact and investment in Nigeria through its brands and operations.

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