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5 Best Binary Options Brokers in Nigeria

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3 years ago

July 28, 2022

If you are looking for a simplified investment strategy, look no further than that offered by binary options brokers in Nigeria. However, it might be challenging to locate the top binary options trading platform in Nigeria.

Therefore, we have compiled a list of the best forex brokers in Nigeria that offer binary options so that you could invest in Binary Options and Digital Options from the comfort of your own home.

Nadex

Overview

Nadex, which is one of the best binary options brokers in Nigeria, is licensed by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), is the biggest binary options exchange in the United States and allows traders to speculate on currency pairs, commodities, and stock indices.

When compared to other online brokers, the platform’s user-friendliness and commission rates are quite impressive.

Pros and Cons

PROS	CONS
Nadex is fully regulated and offers user-friendly trading platforms	CFD trading is not supported
Nigerians can expect powerful trading tools	There is a limited range of forex pairs
There is a range of tradable asset classes	There are limited funding options

BinaryCent

Overview

Exchange-traded foreign currency contracts provide the backbone of the BinaryCent trading platform. BinaryCent is one of the best options for best forex brokers in Nigeria. Trading binary options with forex as the underlying asset is a little different from other trading platforms.

Since the lowest investment required by BinaryCent is merely 41 NGN, the platform is gaining popularity among traders.

Pros and Cons

PROS	CONS
Easily accessible to traders from around the world	There are no trade signals offered on the platform
There is a plethora of educational materials
BinaryCent offers 24/7 customer support

IQ Option

Overview

As one of the most prominent online options brokers, IQ Option is headquartered in Cyprus and is one of the best forex brokers in Nigeria with binary options. With customers in over 213 countries and 43 million registered users, they handle over 1 million deals daily.

Pros and Cons

PROS	CONS
IQ Option has one of the best mobile apps for Nigerian traders on the go	There is a limited selection of markets offered
There is a demo account offered
The app and platform are accessible and user-friendly

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Binary.com

Overview

Because of its long history in the industry, Binary.com has a solid reputation. It was created in 1999. Across a million people all over the globe have signed up as members.

Binary.com sets itself apart from other brokers by giving you access to a wide variety of trading platforms, including the popular MT5, the innovative Binary Bot, and the versatile SmartTrader.

Pros and Cons

PROS	CONS
Binary.com accommodates beginners and experienced traders	Some offerings are not considered legal in many jurisdictions
There is a choice between different platforms
There are several rare options not allowed by other brokers

RaceOption

Overview

Since its founding in 2014, this binary options broker situated in the United Kingdom has processed over 10,000 transactions a day on average.

They provide outstanding CFD trading features, such as live charting and rapid trade execution, on a platform that is accessible from any computer or mobile device.

Pros and Cons

PROS	CONS
RaceOption accepts traders from around the world and offers great liquidity	There is an extremely high minimum deposit
There are several funding options offered
There are bonuses up to 100% offered

Conclusion

Binary options trading is a convenient method to supplement your income without taking on the standard market risk. However, Nigerians should approach with care since binary options are dangerous despite their seeming clarity.

FAQ

What are Binary Options?

Binary options provide two potential outcomes: a preset profit or losing your investment.

Are Binary Options Brokers Regulated?

Several market regulators oversee several binary options firms, but many brokers are unregulated.

Also Read: Why Forex Trading Is So Popular

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Agency Gives Insight Into Its Inspection, Monitoring Operations

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2 days ago

January 12, 2026

The Tide

The Director, South South Zone National Agency for Food Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Pharmacist Chujwuma P.Oligbu has said its thorough implementation of its core mandate of monitoring has no link with witch-hunting or fault finding as perceived at some quarters.

Oligbu, made this known when he spoke as as guest at the maiden Rivers state Supermarkets stakeholders’ Seminar/Workshop in Port Harcourt recently.

Rather, he said they were mere opportunities for education, correction and continuous improvement.

The Agency’s South South Boss, noted that Supermarket operators who maintain transparent records, cooperate during inspections, and promptly address identified gaps demonstrate professionalism and commitment to public health standard.

He listed the deserving essence of supermarket operation to include the key aspects of supermarket operation that deserves emphasis is product sourcing.

“Supermarkets must ensure that all regulated products stocked on their shelves are duly registered with NAFDAC and sourced from legitimate manufacturers or distributors”, he said .

According to him, the presence of unregistered, expired, counterfeit, or improper labelled products undermines consumer confidence and poses serious health risks.

He pointed out that such has the likelihood of exposeing supermarket operators to legal sanctions that could damage their reputation and financial stability.

The NAFDAC Operator, further enlightened the participants that mere registration of a particular product with the Federal agency do not guarantee absolute consumption safety.

“Temperature control, cleanliness, pest control, stock rotation, and proper shelving are not optional practice; they are essential components of compliance”, he said.

The South South zonal director also told the operators of supermarket that their employees rotine training on the basis of the product they display for sale is of utmost importance.

In her presentation a Breast Milk Nutrition Expert , Professor Alice Nte of University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital (UPTH), was against the body’s prime attention to breast milk substitute or baby milk in supermarkets as well as its advertisement or promotion.

Nye jerked up the importance of mothers breast milk to the newborn baby and added that it help in fighting against childhood diseases, infections and combating cancer in breastfeeding mothers.

Meanwhile, NAFDAC Deputy Director, South – South Zone , Mrs. Riter Chujwuma educated the participants on the guidelines for global listing, and the need to adhere strictly to rules guiding global listing to avoid confiscation of their imported products.

By: King Onunwor

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BVN Enrolments Rise 6% To 67.8m In 2025 — NIBSS

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2 days ago

January 12, 2026

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The Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System (NIBSS) has said that Bank Verification Number (BVN) enrolments rose by 6.8 per cent year-on-year to 67.8 million as at December 2025, up from 63.5 million recorded in the corresponding period of 2024.

In a statement published on its website, NIBSS attributed the growth to stronger policy enforcement by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the expansion of diaspora enrolment initiatives.

According to the data, more than 4.3 million new BVNs were issued within the one-year period, underscoring the growing adoption of biometric identification as a prerequisite for accessing financial services in Nigeria.

NIBSS noted that the expansion reinforces the BVN system’s central role in Nigeria’s financial inclusion drive and digital identity framework.

Analysts linked the growth largely to regulatory measures by the CBN, particularly the directive to restrict or freeze bank accounts without both a BVN and National Identification Number (NIN), which took effect from April 2024.

The policy compelled many customers to regularise their biometric records to retain access to banking services.

Another major driver, the statement said, was the rollout of the Non-Resident Bank Verification Number (NRBVN) initiative, which allows Nigerians in the diaspora to obtain a BVN remotely without physical presence in the country.

The programme has been widely regarded as a milestone in integrating the diaspora into Nigeria’s formal financial system.

A five-year analysis by NIBSS showed consistent growth in BVN enrolments, rising from 51.9 million in 2021 to 56.0 million in 2022, 60.1 million in 2023, 63.5 million in 2024 and 67.8 million by December 2025. The steady increase reflects stronger compliance with biometric identity requirements and improved coverage of the national banking identity system.

However, NIBSS noted that BVN enrolments still lag the total number of active bank accounts, which exceeded 320 million as of March 2025.

The gap, it explained, is largely due to multiple bank accounts linked to single BVNs, as well as customers yet to complete enrolment, despite the progress recorded.

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AFAN Unveils Plans To Boost Food Production In 2026

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5 days ago

January 9, 2026

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The leadership of the All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN) has set the tone for the new year with a renewed focus on food security, unity and long-term growth of the agricultural sector.

The association announced that its General Assembly of Farmers Congress will take place from January 15 to 17, 2026 at the Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industries, along Lugbe Airport Road, in the Federal Capital Territory.

The gathering is expected to bring together farmers, policymakers, investors and development partners to shape a fresh direction for Nigerian agriculture.

In a New Year address to members and stakeholders, AFAN president, Dr Farouk Rabiu Mudi, said the congress would provide a strategic forum for reviewing past challenges and outlining practical solutions for the future.

He explained that the event would serve as a rallying point for innovation, collaboration and economic renewal within the sector.

Mudi commended farmers across the country for their determination and hard work, despite years of insecurity, climate-related pressures and economic uncertainty.

According to him, their resilience has kept food production alive and positioned agriculture as a stabilising force in the national economy.

He noted that AFAN intends to build on this strength by resetting agribusiness operations to improve productivity and sustainability.

The AFAN leader appealed to government institutions, private investors and development organisations to deepen their engagement with the association.

He stressed the need for collective action to confront persistent issues such as insecurity in farming communities, climate impacts and market instability.

He also urged members to put aside internal disputes and personal interests, encouraging cooperation and shared responsibility in pursuit of national development.

Mudi outlined key priorities that include increasing food output, expanding support for farmers at the grassroots and strengthening local manufacturing through partnerships with both domestic and international investors adding that reducing dependence on imports remains critical to protecting the economy and creating jobs.

He stated that the upcoming congress will feature the launch of AFAN’s twenty-five-year agricultural mechanisation roadmap, alongside the announcement of new partnerships designed to accelerate growth across the value chain.

Participants, he said wi also have opportunities for networking and knowledge exchange aimed at transforming agriculture into a more competitive and technology-driven sector.

As part of its modernisation drive, AFAN is further encouraging members nationwide to enrol for the newly introduced Digital ID Card.

Mudi said the initiative will improve transparency, ensure proper farmer identification and make it easier to access support programmes and services.

Reaffirming the association’s long-term goal, he said the vision of national food sufficiency by 2030 remains achievable if unity and collaboration are sustained.

He expressed optimism that with collective effort, Nigeria’s agricultural sector can overcome its challenges and deliver a more secure and prosperous future.

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