Economy
Ways Nigerians Can Profitably Invest in the Financial Market (Legally)
Nigeria has the largest economy and the third most developed financial market in Africa. This impressive record comes with no surprise as the country boasts of one of the world’s strictest and most secure financial systems. While that’s the case, its strictness means the extensive regulation of all participants dealing in its financial markets.
At the same time, the financial markets leave endless possibilities open to investors. Aside from forex trading in Nigeria, there are many other legal and well-regulated mediums for investment. Although certain instruments and assets like cryptocurrency are illegal in the country, many legal choices are just as profitable to investors.
Legal Financial markets to invest in
Here are some legal financial markets to invest in Nigeria:
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Stock Market
Billions of naira are traded on the floors of the Nigerian Exchange Group (NFX group) daily, and it’s not limited to institutional investors alone. The total market value of the Nigerian stock market is over ₦20 trillion; that suggests a reasonable amount of liquidity to handle major transactions if you intend to go in hard.
Lastly, you will need to seek licensing from NGX REGCO to be able to conduct your trades legally. While that’s the case, you can also seek the support of a certified financial analyst and broker to handle your transactions for you.
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CFDs in Foreign Exchange Market (Forex)
This medium for investing in the financial market needs no introduction. The forex market is a globally recognized market for the exchange of currencies. While most international businesses need it to exchange their currencies across different accounts, it can also be traded by individual investors in the form of CFDs.
Trading the forex market through the Contract For Difference (CFD) model is open to both institutions and retail investors in the country. Aside from forex, other asset classes, including the previously mentioned stocks, can also be traded on brokerage platforms using CFDs.
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Bond Market
The bond market (Treasury Bonds) is a medium through which companies and governments raise money to finance projects. As an investor, your activities will involve purchasing these bonds and selling them for an increased amount within a specific period.
Just like trading the stock market, you will need the assistance of a financial advisor or analyst working on the floors of the NGX.
Aside from these popular methods, Nigerian investors can also participate in OTC securities transactions through the NASD. While most high-profile investment opportunities and methods require the assistance of a financial analyst or advisor, transacting with CFDs requires only registration with a licensed brokerage platform that operates within the country.
By Aduragbemi Omiyale
The pre-registration training and examination for capital market operators (CMOs) for the second quarter of 2026 has been postponed.
Business Post gathered that the new date for the exercise is now Monday, June 15, 2026.
This information was disclosed by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) through a circular on Monday, June 8, 2026.
The Nigerian capital market regulator stated that this postponement has also resulted in the extension of the deadline for registration to Friday, June 12, 2026.
In the notice today, the SEC expressed its regret for the inconvenience this action may cause operators, who had prepared for the initial date of the training and examination.
“Further to the recent circular on Q2 2026 Pre-registration Training and Examination, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) hereby informs all eligible applicants for the Q2 2026 Pre-registration Training and Examination that the commencement date has been postponed to Monday, June 15, 2026.
“Registration on the designated portal has also been extended to Friday, June 12, 2026. All other conditions contained in the circular remain unchanged.
“The commission regrets any inconvenience this postponement may cause and appreciates the understanding of all applicants,” the disclosure noted.
By Aduragbemi Omiyale
One of the leading healthcare firms in Nigeria, Fidson Healthcare Plc, has listed additional shares on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Limited.
The new stocks absorbed into the stock market were 600 million units, raising the total issued and fully paid-up shares of Fidson to 3,000,000,000 ordinary shares of 50 Kobo each from 2,400,000,000 ordinary shares of 50 Kobo each.
The fresh equities came from the company’s rights issue of 600,000,000 ordinary shares of 50 Kobo each at N35.00 per share.
They were issued to existing investors on the basis of one new ordinary share for every existing four ordinary shares held as of the close of business on Wednesday, November 12, 2025.
Confirming the development, the regulator in a notice said, “Trading licence holders are hereby notified that an additional 600,000,000 ordinary shares of 50 Kobo each of Fidson Healthcare Plc were on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, listed on the daily official list of Nigerian Exchange Limited.
“The additional shares arose from the company’s rights issue of 600,000,000 ordinary shares of 50 Kobo each at N35.00 per share on the basis of one new ordinary share for every existing four ordinary shares held as at the close of business on Wednesday, November 12, 2025.
“With the listing of the additional 600,000,000 ordinary shares, the total issued and fully paid-up shares of Fidson Healthcare Plc have now increased from 2,400,000,000 to 3,000,000,000 ordinary shares of 50 Kobo each.”
By Modupe Gbadeyanka
This news will surely excite local contractors with verified claims of N100 million or less, as the federal government has approved their payments.
This approval for the disbursement was given by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Taiwo Oyedele.
This followed a verification and reconciliation exercise designed to ensure only validated claims qualify for payment.
The beneficiaries cover contractors across multiple ministries, departments and agencies. The release of the funds is expected to enable contractors to return to project sites, pay workers, settle suppliers and meet outstanding financial commitments.
In an announcement on Monday, the Federal Ministry of Finance also said this latest batch of payments would ease liquidity pressure on small businesses and accelerate economic activity nationwide.
It was noted that the payments for verified claims of N100 million below were strategically done to spread economic impact broadly rather than concentrate disbursements among a handful of large firms.
The payments form part of a broader push to clear inherited contractor obligations, with over N700 billion verified in recent months.
“For many beneficiaries, the release of funds represents more than a financial transaction. It provides the certainty needed to sustain operations, preserve jobs, complete ongoing projects, and contribute to economic recovery and growth,” the ministry said in a statement.
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