Investors gain N962bn as Nigeria’s stock market extends winning streak for fifth straight time

Author: dailypost.ngPublished on: July 9, 2026Country: Nigeria

Business & Economy

Investors gain N962bn as Nigeria’s stock market extends winning streak for fifth straight time

Nigeria's stock market maintained its bullish momentum on Thursday, with investors gaining N962 billion as equities closed higher for the fifth straight time.

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