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OKYO Pharma Announces Purchase of Shares by Chief Executive Officer

Key Takeaway: OKYO Pharma Limited announced that CEO Robert J. Dempsey purchased 15,000 shares at $1.54 each. The company is focused on developing therapies for neuropathic corneal pain and plans to start a Phase 3 clinical trial later this year, enrolling around 111 patients to evaluate urcosimod.

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POSITIVE FACTORS

  • CEO Robert J. Dempsey's purchase indicates confidence in the company.
  • The company is advancing towards a Phase 3 clinical trial.
  • Innovative therapies for neuropathic corneal pain are being developed.

Full Press Release Details

LONDON and NEW YORK, July 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OKYO Pharma Limited (Nasdaq:OKYO), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing investigational therapies for the treatment of neuropathic corneal pain (NCP) and anterior segment eye diseases, today announced that OKYO Pharma’s Chief Executive Officer, Robert J. Dempsey, has purchased 15,000 of the Company’s ordinary shares on NASDAQ at $1.54 per share.

About OKYOPharma

OKYO Pharma Limited (Nasdaq: OKYO) is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing innovative therapies for the treatment of neuropathic corneal pain (NCP) and anterior segment eye diseases, with ordinary shares listed for trading on the Nasdaq Capital Market. OKYO plans to initiate a global Phase 3 pivotal clinical trial in the second half of this year, enrolling approximately 111 patients to evaluate a single-dose regimen of urcosimod for the treatment of NCP.
For further information, please visitwww.okyopharma.com.

OKYO Pharma LtdPaul SpencerBusiness Development and Investor Relations+44 (0) 207 495 2379Email:info@okyopharma.com

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the CEO of OKYO Pharma?

The CEO of OKYO Pharma is Robert J. Dempsey.

How many shares did the CEO purchase?

The CEO purchased 15,000 shares.

What is the price per share for the purchase?

The shares were purchased at $1.54 each.

What trial is OKYO Pharma planning to initiate?

OKYO Pharma plans to initiate a Phase 3 clinical trial.

Last updated: Jul 23, 2026