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CBN Ignores DMO, Bars Retail Investors from Treasury Bills

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By Dipo Olowookere

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reportedly directed banks not to honour bids from retail investors in the country for treasury bills from Friday, November 29, 2019.

This directive is coming despite assurances from the Debt Management Office (DMO) that local investors, both individuals and institutional, would be allowed to buy any of the federal government debt securities.

Some days ago, the apex bank stopped the sale of its OMO bills to local investors, but allowed offshore investors to partake in the purchase of the liquidity management tool.

In the midst of the confusion created by that development, the debt office released a statement, clarifying that local traders were not restricted from buying its debt instruments, which include T-bills, bonds and others.

“Following the circular to all banks referenced FMD/DIR/GEN/OGC/14/009 dated October 23, 2019 issued by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), it has become necessary for the Debt Management Office (DMO) to issue this notice on eligible investors for securities issued by the Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN).

“The general public is hereby advised that Open Market Operation Bills (OMO Bills) are securities issued by the CBN for monetary management purposes. Thus, the circular in question which excluded some investor categories from investing in OMO Bills, is limited to OMO Bills and does not apply to securities issued by the FGN.

“The DMO wishes to assure the general public that there is no restriction on persons who can invest in FGN securities. Thus, all investors, local and foreign, including individuals, co-operative societies, social clubs, town associations, local corporates, fund/asset managers, pension funds, insurance companies, banks and others are eligible to invest in FGN Securities.

“The DMO offers a wide range of FGN securities in various tenors to meet the needs of its growing and diverse investor base.

“The securities whose tenors currently range from 91 days to 30 years are: Nigerian Treasury Bills (NTB), Federal Government of Nigeria Bonds (FGN Bonds), Federal Government of Nigeria Savings Bond (FGNSB), Sukuk and Green Bonds,” the debt office had clarified in a notice issued on October 29, 2019.

But in a report published today (Thursday) by Punch, it was reported that the CBN has ordered banks and other financial institutions to stop the sale of treasury bills to individuals and small firms with effect from November 29.

Quoting a bank official, the report said, “Operators are trying to see if the November 29 deadline given for the implementation by the CBN could be extended, so as to create enough awareness. But there is no move for the reversal of the directive.”

An operator said the inaccessibility of treasury bills might lead to an increase in savings deposits of the banks, attracting interest rates below what the treasury bills offered.

Further quoting another source from the CBN, it was noted that this move was to stop the mop-up of funds from the system through the treasury bills.

“Many people with huge cash prefer to keep their funds idle in treasury bills instead of investing the funds. Some people collect huge severance package, have huge funds but they have refused to invest the money.

“We want these funds to be useful in the economy so that they will be available in the banks and can be invested to create more jobs in the country,” the source reportedly said.

Business Post reports that the next treasury bills sale at the primary market is slated for next Wednesday, November 13, 2019 and going by this new development, retails investors would still be eligible to partake in it as well as the last exercise for this month, which comes up on Wednesday, November 27, 2019.

Dipo Olowookere is a journalist based in Nigeria that has passion for reporting business news stories. At his leisure time, he watches football and supports 3SC of Ibadan. Mr Olowookere can be reached via [email protected]

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Trump Earned over $1 billion Through Cryptocurrency; How Can an Ordinary Investor Earn $17,700?

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Trump publicly criticized Bitcoin in 2021 but rapidly shifted his stance during the campaign, proposing to make the United States the “global cryptocurrency capital.”

After returning to the White House, he signed an executive order supporting the development of the digital asset industry. Meanwhile, reports indicate that Trump and his associated businesses have generated over $1 billion in gains through cryptocurrency.

As we enter 2026, cloud mining is emerging as a new area of ​​interest amidst the continued development of computing infrastructure and digital asset markets. For the average investor, the question arises: how can one generate $17,700 in passive income—or even more—despite constant market volatility?

Cloud mining: represented by platforms like SHRMiner, is rapidly gaining market attention. By providing rentable computing power services and earning mining rewards, it allows users to access the complete cloud mining process and earn passive BTC income without purchasing expensive equipment or specialized skills.

Recently, SHRMiner, a UK-based cloud mining platform, officially launched a new “free cloud mining service.” This service is designed for holders of mainstream cryptocurrencies such as BTC, XRP, DOGE, LTC, and EHT, providing users with a new opportunity to participate in cryptocurrency mining without any entry barriers.

How to earn passive income from BTC through SHEMiner cloud mining

Start earning returns in just three simple steps: 

  1. Register an account

By visiting the official SHRMiner website, users can register for a free account in less than two minutes and receive a $15 sign-up bonus; this bonus allows them to quickly experience the platform’s services and earn a daily return of $0.60 from a complimentary trial contract. 

  1. Select a cloud mining plan

Choose a cloud mining plan that suits your needs and budget. The platform offers flexible plans ranging from $100 to $200,000 to meet the investment goals of different users.

  1. Start earning returns

After purchasing a contract, earnings are automatically settled within 24 hours without requiring additional management or action; users can withdraw their earnings to their cryptocurrency wallet addresses at any time or reinvest the profits to benefit from the compounding effect.

The primary advantage of this model is that it significantly lowers the barrier to entry. Users do not need to research specific mining hardware models or hashrate configurations, nor do they need to set up their own system environments; simply by registering an account, depositing assets, and selecting a mining plan, they can start earning returns.

SHRMiner cloud mining plan

SHRMiner Platform Advantages: 

  • Supports daily automatic settlement
  • No additional electricity or maintenance costs required
  • Utilizes advanced ASIC mining hardware, powered by renewable energy sources including hydropower, wind power, and solar power
  • Supports mining for multiple currencies: earn mainstream cryptocurrencies such as BTC, XRP, ETH, DOGE, USDC, USDT, SOL, LTC, and BCH.
  • Equipped with SSL encryption and DDoS protection, a real-time earnings dashboard for easy monitoring of mining performance
  • 100% remote access, fully accessible via the SHRMiner application or browser without hardware requirements, and 24/7 online technical support.

⦁Affiliate Program: The Affiliate Program allows you to earn up to 4.5% commission by referring friends, with the opportunity to earn an additional bonus of up to 30,000.

Examples of common contracts:

Contract Name Price Profit Days Principal + Total Return
New User Experience Agreement $100 $4 2 $100+$8
Bitdeer Sealminer A2 Pro $500 $6.25 5 $500.00 + $31.25
Litecoin Miner L9 $1000.00 $13.00 10 $1000.00 + $130
Bitcoin Miner S21 XP Imm $5000.00 $70.00 25 $5000.00 + $1750
Bitcoin Miner S21e XP Hyd $10000.00 $150.00 35 $10000.00 + $5250
ANTSPACE HW5 $50000.00 $900.00 45 $50000.00 + $40500

After purchasing a contract, earnings will be automatically credited to your account within 24 hours. Upon contract expiration, your principal will be returned in full. You may withdraw the principal or reinvest it to benefit from compound returns; please click here for more details regarding the mining contract. 

Unimaginable money-making opportunities

What sets SHRMiner apart is its extraordinary daily passive income; users have the opportunity to earn $10,700 or even more each day, turning the dream of online wealth into reality. Imagine generating substantial income without the need for ongoing investment or complex setups—that is exactly what SHRMiner offers.

Safety and Sustainability

In the mining sector, trust and security are paramount; SHRMiner fully recognizes this and prioritizes user safety above all else. Committed to transparency and legitimacy, SHRMiner ensures your investment is protected, allowing you to focus on profitability. All mining facilities utilize clean energy, making this a carbon-conscious cloud mining operation. Renewable energy protects the environment from pollution while providing a powerful energy source.

In short

If you are looking for ways to generate passive income, cloud mining is an excellent choice. When approached correctly, these opportunities allow you to effortlessly build cryptocurrency wealth on “autopilot” with minimal time investment. At the very least, they are far less time-consuming than any form of active trading. Passive income is the ultimate goal for every investor and trader, and with SHRMiner, maximizing your passive income potential is easier than ever.

To learn more about SHRMiner, please visit the official website: https://shrminer.com

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Top Crypto Platforms in Nigeria

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Complete List Of The Top Crypto Platforms in Nigeria: Where to Trade Safely

As a Nigerian just getting started in crypto trading, or someone trying to rebuild their confidence after a bad trading experience, the fear of losing your hard-earned money is valid. This is why choosing a reliable crypto platform to carry out your trading is very important.

The good news here is that there are several trusted crypto platforms built to serve Nigerian traders, offering secure trading, fast withdrawals, and competitive fees.

In this guide, you will discover the top crypto platforms in Nigeria, what makes each one stand out, and how to choose the best option based on your trading goals.

Top 4 crypto platforms in Nigeria

NOSH

Nosh is one of the top platforms in Nigeria and Ghana with the best crypto trading services, offering the best rates for crypto trading, allowing you to get good value for your digital assets. With its user-friendly interface and 24/7 customer support, it is a very good option whether you are a new or experienced crypto trader.

With Nosh, you get:

  • Instant payouts on every transaction, no unnecessary waiting.
  • Advanced fraud protection with two-factor authentication to keep your account and transactions secure.
  • Easy and direct conversion of crypto to Naira or Cedis within a few minutes; no need for third-party apps whenever you are ready to cash out.
  • High exchange rates.
  • Transparent rates with a rate calculator to know how much you will be getting.

Nosh supports a variety of cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Dogecoin, USDC, USDT, Ethereum, Tron, Litecoin, and Binance Coin.

KUCOIN

KuCoin is another popular crypto platform known for its P2P (peer-to-peer) marketplace. With KuCoin, you can trade your crypto directly with a buyer or sell your crypto directly with a seller. KuCoin holds the crypto in escrow until the seller accepts that they have received the payment; this is done to avoid fraud from the buyer or seller of the crypto.

With KuCoin, you get:

  • To carry out P2P trading with escrow protection.
  • To use multiple payment method options like bank transfer, USSD, and mobile-money-linked options.
  • Offers competitive and relatively low trading fees, especially if you’re holding KCS (KuCoin’s native token).
  • Gives you access to spot trading, futures/derivatives, staking, and other earn products

KuCoin supports stablecoins such as USDT, USDC, and TUSD.

COINCOLA

Coincola is also a top platform ranked as one of the best P2P trading platforms for Nigerians. With Coincola, you get to buy and sell your Bitcoin and USDT with real-time price tracking.  Coincola is your go-to platform if you need one that offers flexible funding options like cash deposit and bank transfers. However, there have been reports of withdrawal delays.

With Coincola, you get;

  • A P2P marketplace to buy/sell Bitcoin and other coins directly from vendors, with their completed-trade counts shown upfront so u can trade with caution.
  • Instant BTC conversion with real-time price tracking
  • To use multiple local funding options like bank transfer, cash deposit, and gift cards
  • An escrow system that holds your money until a trade is confirmed.

Coincola supports cryptocurrencies like USDT and TRON.

YELLOWCARD

Yellowcard is another popular crypto platform that offers not only P2P trading but also allows you to buy and sell assets like USDT, USDC, PYUSD, BTC, and ETH with regional payment options like mobile money, bank transfers, and cash deposit. However, in 2025 they announced they no longer offer crypto-to-cash retail services.

With Yellowcard, you get:

  • Direct access to buy and sell crypto rather than waiting to match with individual P2P counterparties.
  • To use multiple funding methods like bank transfer, mobile money, and cash deposits.
  • Free local and cross-border transfers via “Yellow Pay” to 20 different countries in Africa.

Factors to consider when choosing a crypto platform

  • Don’t just look at the advertised trading fee. Some platforms hide the extra cost, so your actual rate ends up higher than expected. Do a small test trade first and see what you actually receive.
  • The best platform in the world is useless to you if it doesn’t support how you actually move money, whether it’s bank transfer or mobile money. Check that before you even sign up, not after.
  • Some platforms convert instantly; others, especially P2P ones, need you to wait for a counterparty to show up. If you need your money fast, that difference matters a lot.
  • If you specifically need USDC or another less-common stablecoin, don’t assume it’s there on the platform. Double-check the coin list before you commit to one.
  • Support should not be silent when something goes wrong. Look for evidence people actually got helped, not just a “24/7 support” badge.
  • If a platform can’t tell you clearly how they protect your money, that’s a red flag on its own. Always go for one that prioritizes security.

FAQs

  • Which crypto platform is best in Nigeria?

The best crypto platform in Nigeria is Nosh. Nosh offers the best rates for selling crypto with direct crypto-to-naira conversion to easily change your crypto to cash when needed.

  • Can I teach myself crypto trading?

Yes, you can. There are many platforms and tutors with tutorial videos and lessons on how to start crypto trading on your own.

  • What is the most popular crypto in Nigeria?

The most traded cryptocurrency in Nigeria is Bitcoin, making it the most popular.

Conclusion

When you trust the right platform, your journey in crypto trading is safe and secure. Always look out for crypto trading platforms that meet your needs alongside keeping things like payment options, a good list of coins they support, and other factors mentioned in this article before committing to one.

Always start with a small test trade first to see what you are getting; it will help you get a better idea of how the platform works so you don’t fall victim to hidden charges not included in price tags by some platforms.

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Okitipupa Jumps 9% to Lift NASD OTC Exchange Market

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By Adedapo Adesanya

Okitipupa Plc was the sole price gainer at the NASD Over-the-Counter (OTC) Securities Exchange on Friday, August 7, lifting the trading platform by 0.44 per cent at the close of transactions.

The share price of the palm oil producer appreciated during the trading session by N25.00 or 9.0 per cent to N277.00 per unit compared with the previous day’s N252.00 per unit.

As a result, the market capitalisation gained N12.29 billion to close at N2,807 trillion, in contrast to the previous session’s N2.795 trillion, while the NASD Security Index (NSI) added 93.63 points to finish at 4,678.08 points compared with Thursday’s 4,657.59 points.

The bourse recorded a price loser yesterday, and this was Mass Telecoms Innovation Plc, which crashed by 3 Kobo or 9.4 per cent to settle at 32 Kobo per share versus the previous day’s 35 Kobo per share.

The volume of securities traded by investors plunged by 81.5 per cent to 535,7560 units from 2.9 million units, the value of securities slumped by 93.9 per cent to N6.0 million from N99.2 million, and the number of deals decreased by 41.9 per cent to 36 deals from 62 deals.

Great Nigeria Insurance (GNI) Plc remained the most active stock by value on a year-to-date basis, with 3.4 billion units valued at N8.4 billion, followed by Infrastructure Credit Guarantee (Infracredit) Plc with 2.3 billion units transacted for N6.5 billion, and Central Securities Clearing System (CSCS) Plc with 77.0 million units exchanged for N5.5 billion.

GNI Plc also ended the day as the most traded stock by volume on a year-to-date basis, with 3.4 billion units worth N8.4 billion, trailed by Infracredit Plc with 2.3 billion units valued at N6.5 billion, and Resourcery Plc with 1.1 billion units sold for N415.7 million.

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