Foreign investors have deepened their presence in Nigeria’s equities market, with portfolio inflows hitting ₦1.3 trillion between January and July 2025.

Data from the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) revealed that total equities transactions during the period climbed to ₦6 trillion, the highest level in 18 years. Of this amount, ₦1.281 trillion (about 21.3%) was attributed to foreign investors, while ₦4.726 trillion (78.7%) came from domestic players.

Analysts say the renewed interest by foreign investors reflects improving confidence in Nigeria’s capital market, following recent policy reforms and stabilisation efforts in the foreign exchange market.

The surge in activity also underscores the resilience of domestic investors, who continue to dominate trading volumes. Market watchers believe that sustained reforms, coupled with stronger macroeconomic stability, could further boost foreign participation in the months ahead.