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Stock market gains N6.7trn in January
The Nigerian equities market started February on a reflective note as investors digested the strong gains recorded in January while positioning for the new month. The NGX All-Share Index (ASI) rose by 6.3% in January, closing at 165,370.50 points from 155,613.03 points at the end of December 2025, signaling broad-based growth in equity prices across
Naira breaks N1,400 barrier at N1,396.99/$1
The Nigerian naira has strengthened beyond the key ₦1,400 psychological threshold, closing at ₦1,396.99 per U.S. dollar on the official foreign exchange market. This marks a notable appreciation and signals renewed momentum for the local currency after months of sustained pressure. Market data from the Central Bank of Nigeria showed that the naira gained marginally
FCCPC Commences Enforcement Against Non-Compliant Digital Lenders
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has begun phased enforcement of sanctions against digital money lending operators that failed to regularise their operations in line with the Digital, Electronic, Online and Non-Traditional Consumer Lending Regulations, 2025 (DEON Regulations). The compliance deadline for affected operators expired on Monday, January 5, 2026, marking the end
DMO launches January 2026 FGN Savings Bond offer with double-digit yields
The Debt Management Office (DMO) has commenced subscriptions for the January 2026 Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) Savings Bonds, offering investors access to government-backed securities with interest rates reaching 15.396% per annum. The offer, announced on Monday, forms part of the Federal Government’s ongoing domestic borrowing programme and reflects efforts to mobilise long-term funds from
NDIC to pay depositors of Aso Savings, Union Homes up to N2m
The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation has announced the commencement of payment of insured deposits to customers of Aso Savings and Loans Plc and Union Homes Savings and Loans Plc following the revocation of their operating licences by the Central Bank of Nigeria. Depositors of the affected mortgage banks will receive insured deposits of up to
CBN Revokes Licences of Aso Savings and Union Homes
The Central Bank of Nigeria has revoked the operational licences of Aso Savings and Loans Plc and Union Homes Savings and Loans Plc. This regulatory action reinforces the apex bank’s commitment to financial system stability and stronger compliance within Nigeria’s mortgage banking subsector. The decision was taken under the powers granted to the CBN by
Nigerian Stock Market Extends Rally as Investors Gain Over N1.5 Trillion
The Nigerian stock market sustained its upward momentum last week, delivering significant gains to investors as total market value increased by over N1.5 trillion. The Nigerian Exchange Limited closed the week higher, deepening its recovery and reversing the weakness recorded in November 2025. The improved performance was driven by renewed buying interest across major blue
Nigeria’s DMO Returns to Market With ₦460 Billion Bond Offer, Reopening the 2030 and 2032 Benchmarks
The Debt Management Office (DMO), on behalf of the Federal Government of Nigeria, has released its December 2025 bond auction circular, offering fresh opportunities for institutional and private investors seeking secure, long-term sovereign instruments. The announcement marks another step in the government’s ongoing strategy to deepen the domestic debt market and provide credible, high-yield investment
FG, SEC, NGX Group forge unified direction on Capital Gains Tax reform
The Federal Government of Nigeria has inaugurated the National Tax Policy Implementation Committee (NTPIC), signaling a deliberate shift toward a more predictable and market-aligned rollout of the newly enacted Capital Gains Tax provisions. This move follows extensive technical engagements with key capital-market institutions, including the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Nigerian Exchange Group
Central Bank of Nigeria Confirms 82 BDCs Fully Licensed Under Revised Guidelines
The Central Bank of Nigeria has announced the approval of final operating licences for eighty two Bureaux De Change following the completion of compliance checks under the 2024 Regulatory and Supervisory Guidelines for BDC Operations. This development represents a major step in the effort to strengthen transparency and establish a well regulated retail foreign exchange
CBN REVISES CASH-RELATED POLICIES NATIONWIDE
The Central Bank of Nigeria released a new directive announcing significant revisions to the country’s cash-related policies. The circular, issued by the Financial Policy and Regulation Department of the CBN, introduces a refreshed framework designed to ease the rising cost of cash management, address growing security concerns, and reduce the systemic risks associated with Nigeria’s
AfDB Approves $500M Loan for Nigeria’s Energy Transition Programme
The African Development Bank has approved a 500 million dollar loan for Nigeria in a move that strengthens the country’s ongoing economic reform efforts and supports its transition toward a more sustainable energy system. The approval reflects the strong confidence of the Bank in Nigeria’s current policy direction and reform commitments. According to the Bank,
Nigeria Records First Successful Transaction on National Payment Stack
Nigeria has reached a significant milestone in its journey toward modernizing its financial infrastructure as the country successfully completed the first live transaction on the National Payment Stack (NPS). The transaction, which took place on Friday, November 7, 2025, at 11:56 a.m., was executed between PalmPay and Wema Bank under the coordination of the Nigeria
Naira and Stocks Dip as Market Reacts to Geopolitical Tension
Nigeria’s financial markets opened the week on a cautious note as the naira and equities recorded mild losses, reflecting investor reactions to renewed geopolitical tension and profit-taking after a strong October rally. The All-Share Index (ASI) of the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) fell by 0.25% to close at 153,739.11 points, resulting in a market capitalization decline
NGX Group Declares N1.00 Interim Dividend, Reaffirms Commitment to Shareholder Value
The Nigerian Exchange Group Plc (NGX Group or the Group) has announced the declaration of an interim dividend of N1.00 per ordinary share of 50 kobo each, following the approval of its unaudited financial statements for the third quarter ended 30 September 2025, at the meeting of its Board of Directors. According to a statement
