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Nigerian equities rally continues with N1.38 trillion gains as FTSE Russell lift sentiment

The Nigerian equities market extended its rebound on Friday, August 28, 2026, delivering its strongest single-session gain in three weeks, as broad-based buying across banking, oil & gas and commodity…

  • Nigerian equities soared 2,142.38 points, reaching a new high of 241,298.47 points.
  • Seplat Energy led gains with 4.73% surge, boosting NGX Oil & Gas Index.
  • FTSE Russell classification as frontier market lifts sentiment, boosting market activity.

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