6 Most Profitable Nigerian Stocks in 2025 (with over 100% profit)
It's a well known fact that many Nigerian investors and stock enthusiasts are not enthusiastic about the Nigerian stock exchange, myself included.
However, this year, the Nigerian Stock Exchange is doing an unprecedented 180 turnaround, and many investors are cashing out.
If you've been avoiding the Nigerian stock exchange, maybe this is a cue to make a u-turn and start putting your money where your nationality is — pun intended.
So, without further ado, here are some of the Nigerian stocks that have made investors the most money this year.
You might want to take a look and map your way to making money investing in the stocks of Nigerian companies.
Beta Glass (BETAGLAS)
Beta Glass has been the biggest earner for investors this year.
The stock has made an impressive price increase of over 421.5% year-to-date.
Starting the year at an average price of 70 Naira throughout January, BETAGLAS price witnessed a steady increase to reach ita current price of 365.15 Naira.
Honeywell Flour Mills
Honeywell Flour Mills is a staple for many Nigerian investors, as they are probably already customers of the public company.
Honeywell started the year priced under 10 Naira, trading at 6.9 Naira in January but its price has continued to rise, making a 311% increase to reach 28.4 Naira in July.
Presco PLC
It's looking like a good year for palm-oil allied companies, as they are making really good money and their investors are smiling to the bank.
Presco PLC isn't left out, with investors making over 200% profit this year alone.
The Presco stock started this year priced at 475 Naira in January but has made a price surge to reach 1,550 Naira as at July.
That's a year-to-date increase of 226.3%!
Nigerian Northern Flour Mills (NNFM)
The Nigerian Northern Flour Mills started this year with the price trending under 50 Naira.
In January, the stock was priced at 43.9 Naira but has made a 135.7% surge, currently priced at 103.5 Naira to the excitement of investors.
Okomu Oil Palm
Okomu Oil Palm is arguably one of the best performing stocks in the Nigerian stock exchange in the last decade.
With its lowest price of 19.6 Naira in 2015, the stock started this year with trading at a healthy price of 444 Naira, and then climbing steadily to reach its all-time high of 998 Naira in July.
That's a 124.77% increase this year, and we are yet to even finish the second quarter!
MTN Nigeria (MTNN)
As a company that offers a service that is popular among millions of Nigerian consumers and investors, MTN is actually having a good year in 2025.
At the beginning of this year, MTNN was priced at 200 Naira, but the price has continued a steady rise, climbing to over 400 Naira in July.
The stock is currently priced at 410.60 Naira, as at July 28, 2025.
That's an increase of over 105%!
How to Start Buying Nigerian Stocks
If you're impressed by these Nigerian stocks and have decided to start investing in the Nigerian stock exchange, then you are on a good path.
The good news is that the barriers to investing in Nigerian stocks have been significantly reduced to the barest minimum.
In fact, today, anyone can now start buying stocks from the Nigerian Stocks Exchange right from their mobile phones.
Here are a few mobile apps you can use:
Chaka by Risevest
With the Chaka app, you can start investing in local and foreign stocks and ETFs.
Chaka is SEC-licensed and has arguably the largest collection of Nigerian stocks one can buy.
Trove
With the Trove app, beginners can start buying Nigerian stocks with as low as 1,000 Naira.
Apart from stocks, investors can also buy government bonds and local ETFs on the Trove app.
Bamboo
The Bamboo app offers investors a simple platform to make insured investments on stocks of local and global companies.
All you have to do is get ID-verified and start accessing over 300 stocks listed on the Nigerian Stock Exchange.
FAQs on Buying Nigerian Stocks
Is it too late to Start buying these Stocks?
These stocks have shown impressive growth so far and that means profit for investors who bought it at a low price.
However, there's no guarantee that the price of a stock will continue to rise, even if it is showing promise.
You're better off seeking professional advice in finding promising stocks early and buying them at a low price.
What is the minimum amount needed to start buying Nigerian Stocks?
To start buying Nigerian stocks with apps like Bamboo, Trove, and Chaka, you can start with as low as 1,000 Naira.
The good thing about buying stocks with these mobile apps is that you can always top up and increase your holdings.
How Liquid are these Nigerian Stocks?
If you buy Nigerian stocks using the aforementioned mobile apps, you can always liquidate your holding any time you like.
So, the stocks you buy via mobile apps are very liquid.
Can I lose money investing in the Nigerian Stock Exchange?
Unfortunately, you can lose money investing in the Nigerian Stock Exchange.
Investing in a Stock Exchange is a risky endeavor, so you need to seek professional advice before investing your money.
What are the best Nigerian Stocks to buy?
There are many popular stocks of Nigerian companies to buy on the Stock Exchange. However, there are no best stocks to buy, as you have to analyze the market to find opportunities.
Many stock investors use the services of professionals to pick the right stocks from the market.
But a general rule that I employ is to invest in the stock of companies that I patronize. If I enjoy a company's product or service, and their stock is publicly traded, then it's a good rule to invest in it.
Related Posts:
List of Top Escrow Service Providers in Nigeria
5 Places to Get Small Business Loans for Startups in Nigeria
Top 10 Mobile Apps for Making Real Money Online in Nigeria
Pi Network Launches App Studio for Content Creators
20 Top Companies Looking for Distributors in Nigeria (2015)
Top 10 Nigerian Banks with the Highest Fixed Deposit Interest Rates