by Stren & Blan Partners | Jun 30, 2026 | Capital Markets
Startup financing remains one of the most critical drivers of innovation and business growth in Nigeria. According to data published by Africa: The Big Deal, African startups raised approximately US$3.2 billion in funding in 2025, representing a 40% increase...
by Stren & Blan Partners | Jun 24, 2026 | Capital Markets
Nigeria’s capital market transitioned to a T+1 settlement cycleon 1 June 2026, representing a major milestone in the ongoing modernisation of its market infrastructure. In practical terms, this means that a qualifying trade executed on a trading day settles on the...
by Stren & Blan Partners | Dec 17, 2025 | Banking and Finance, Capital Markets, Insight
The Nigerian fixed-income market, which includes government bonds, treasury bills, and Sukuk, plays a critical role in financing both public and private sector activities. It provides an essential investment vehicle for institutional investors, pension funds, and...
by Stren & Blan Partners | Nov 4, 2025 | Capital Markets, Financial Services Sector, Insight
The third quarter of 2025 marked a defining period for Nigeria’s financial sector, as regulatory reforms, capital-raising activities, and digital transformation shaped the landscape of banking, fintech, and capital markets. The Central Bank of Nigeria’s...
by Stren & Blan Partners | Oct 29, 2025 | Capital Markets, Financial Services Sector, Insight
The commodity market is a significant driver of Nigeria’s economic output, contributing between one-third and two-fifths of the national GDP . But its growth and stability are hindered by systemic challenges such as inflation, market volatility, climate-related risks,...
by Stren & Blan Partners | Apr 24, 2025 | Capital Markets, Insight
The passage of the Investment and Securities Act, 2025 (ISA 2025), marks a deliberate and thoughtful progression in the development of Nigeria’s legal framework governing capital markets. The ISA 2025 is a considered response to the complex realities of modern...
