Ethereum (ETH) price declined to $2,104.22 amid a large crypto transfer initiated by BlackRock, underperforming a slightly weaker broader market.

Ripple (XRP) price is down 3% to $1.35, underperforming a slightly weaker Bitcoin, primarily driven by a risk-off rotation out of altcoins amid broader market pressure.

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is scheduled to open N650 billion worth of Treasury bills for subscription at the primary market auction on Wednesday, according to details from the circular released.

The naira weakened further across the official and parallel markets on Tuesday. The local unit depreciated by 0.01% to ₦1,373.87 against the US dollar at the Nigerian foreign exchange market (NFEM) window as pressures persisted.

First HoldCo Plc extended its bullish momentum as renewed investor interest and strong market participation pushed its share price higher.

The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) All-Share Index (ASI) surged 57 basis points on Tuesday, driven by buying interest in banking, industrial, and oil & gas stocks.

Fitch Ratings has affirmed Access Bank Plc’s Long-Term Issuer Default Rating (IDR) at ‘B’ with a Stable Outlook. Fitch has also removed the National Long-Term Rating from Rating Watch Positive (RWP), affirmed it at ‘AA-(nga)’ and assigned a stable outlook.

 Dangote Petroleum Refinery has reduced the price of aviation fuel, also known as Jet A1, from N1,750 to N1,650 per litre. The company said the move is aimed at reducing the financial burden on airline operators and ensuring a steady nationwide fuel supply.

 The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) says the transition to a T+1 settlement cycle for equities and commodities transactions will take effect from June 1.

The Executive Chairman of the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS), Dr Zacch Adedeji, says the service is targeting N40 trillion in tax revenue for the federation in 2026.