Market Updates

EU removes Nigeria from financial crime high-risk list The European Union has officially removed Nigeria from its list of high-risk jurisdictions for money laundering and terrorism financing, a decision expected to ease cross-border transactions and improve investor confidence. The update was published on the European Commission’s website and follows Nigeria’s... Read More →

Recapitalisation: 20 banks hit capital mark ahead of deadline The Central Bank of Nigeria has said that about 20 deposit money banks have already met the new capital requirements under the ongoing banking recapitalisation programme, as the apex bank shifts focus toward ensuring that stronger balance sheets translate into real... Read More →

SEC hikes minimum capital for market operators in major reform Nigeria’s Securities and Exchange Commission has introduced a comprehensive revision of minimum capital requirements for nearly all capital market operators, marking the most significant overhaul since 2015. The changes, outlined in a circular issued on January 16, 2026, obtained from... Read More →

ASHON Chairman: Inconsistent Policy Pose Biggest Challenges to Nigerian Capital Market   Congratulations on your election as the Chairman of Association of Securities Dealing Houses of Nigeria (ASHON). What is your general assessment of the current capital market environment? Thank you. My election represents a call to service. Despite short-term volatility,... Read More →

RMB Nigeria leads Presco’s N236bn rights issue Rand Merchant Bank Nigeria Limited has acted as the lead issuing house of the N236bn rights issue undertaken by Presco Plc, working closely with Presco to structure, coordinate, and execute a seamless capital raise. This was disclosed in a statement made available to The... Read More →

FG orders banks, fintechs to remit VAT on service fees The Federal Government has directed all banks and fintechs to collect and remit 7.5 per cent value-added tax on certain electronic banking services, effective Monday, January 19, 2026, according to an email notice issued by payment platforms. The VAT will... Read More →