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Nigerian Capital Market Hindered by Crypto and Gambling

Nigerian Capital Market Hindered by Crypto and Gambling

Many people in Nigeria are choosing to gamble or invest in cryptocurrencies instead of the stock market.

This is because they are looking for ways to make money quickly due to tough economic times.

The head of the financial regulator says this is hurting the country.

Because less money is going into the stock market, the country can't build important things like roads and schools.

The government is trying to fix this by making new rules and creating new investment options.

They hope this will encourage people to invest in the country's future.

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