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Legend Internet secures Bbb long-term and A3 short-term ratings from Agusto & Co 

Legend Internet Plc has announced that Agusto & Co. Limited, the company’s appointed rating agency, has assigned a Bbb- long-term rating and an A3 short-term rating following an assessment.

The company disclosed this in a statement filed with the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) on the 14th of October 2025, addressed to shareholders and the investing public.

According to Legend Internet, the ratings reflect its satisfactory financial condition, solid operational performance, and strong capacity to meet financial obligations as they fall due.

The company added, “We remain committed to upholding the highest standards of transparency and corporate governance and will continue to keep shareholders and the investing public informed of significant developments relating to the company.”

Following a modest 2025 financial year, the Bbb long-term rating reflects the company’s capacity to meet its long-term obligations, while the A3 short-term rating indicates its ability to fulfill short-term payment commitments.

Legend Internet released its financial results for the year ended July 31, 2025, reporting a profit after tax of N172.6 million, marking a 44.5% increase from N119.4 million in 2024.

The company’s revenue remained steady at N1.19 billion, up slightly from N1.13 billion the previous year, with its fiber business driving growth, contributing N1.12 billion.

Efficient cost management supported top-line profitability, as sales expenses fell 6.8% to N429.6 million from N461 million. However, these gains were offset by rising overheads.

As a result, operating profit declined to N201.2 million from N309.8 million in 2024.

After finance costs of N28.5 million, profit before tax stood at N172.6 million, compared to N285 million a year earlier.

On the balance sheet, total assets increased 10.3% to N3.3 billion, while retained earnings grew to N734.5 million from N561.9 million in 2024, reflecting the company’s solid financial position.