Registered in your legal name
Your shares are registered with the relevant registrar in your name — not held in a collective pool or platform balance. This provides documented proof of ownership regardless of where you live.
Diaspora Investing
Nigerians living outside Nigeria can buy and own NGX-listed shares directly in their own name through Shares Saver. Your holdings are registered through regulated stockbroker partners — not held in a pooled or nominee structure.
Shares Saver is currently only available to Nigerian citizens. Non-Nigerians cannot invest at this time, regardless of where they live.
A valid BVN (Bank Verification Number) is required. Your BVN links your identity to Nigeria's banking system and must be provided during onboarding.
You must fund your account through a Nigerian bank account. Foreign bank accounts — GBP, USD, EUR, AED, or otherwise — cannot be used for funding.
Owning shares registered in your own name gives you a level of clarity and security that pooled or nominee structures do not.
Your shares are registered with the relevant registrar in your name — not held in a collective pool or platform balance. This provides documented proof of ownership regardless of where you live.
Shares Saver works with regulated NGX stockbroker partners to execute purchases on your behalf. You benefit from the Nigerian regulatory framework without needing to source a broker yourself.
Shares Saver is designed for gradual, long-term investing — not speculative trading. This fits the financial goals of many diaspora Nigerians who want to build a stake in Nigerian growth over time.
When companies in your portfolio pay dividends, those payments flow to you as the registered holder. Your connection to the company is direct.
Shares Saver publishes its fees clearly. You can review them before committing. No hidden spreads or opaque platform charges on top of broker execution costs.
Access your portfolio, ownership documentation, and savings plan from the Shares Saver app wherever you are in the world.
To comply with Nigerian KYC regulations, you will need to verify your identity when registering. This typically requires a valid government-issued ID. Diaspora Nigerians with a valid Nigerian passport or international ID can complete this process.
Nigerian shares are priced in Naira (₦) on the NGX. Funding options and currency handling within Shares Saver may vary. Check the app or contact support for current payment and currency guidance based on your country of residence.
Investing in Nigerian shares while resident abroad may have tax implications in your country of residence. Shares Saver does not provide tax advice. You should consult a qualified tax adviser before investing to understand any reporting or liability obligations.
This page is for educational purposes only. It does not constitute investment advice, tax advice, or legal advice. Shares Saver does not guarantee investment returns. The value of shares can fall as well as rise. Past performance is not a guide to future performance. Please read all relevant disclosures within the Shares Saver platform before investing.
We have put together focused guides for Nigerians in specific countries.
The process is the same whether you live in Nigeria or abroad. Shares Saver manages the broker relationship so you do not need to open a separate stockbroking account.
Create a free Shares Saver account and complete identity verification
Choose NGX-listed companies and set up a monthly savings plan
Shares Saver instructs a regulated broker to buy and register shares in your name
Yes. Nigerian citizens living abroad can buy shares listed on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) through Shares Saver. The platform works with regulated stockbroker partners to purchase and register shares directly in your legal name.
Currently, only Nigerian citizens are eligible to invest through Shares Saver. A valid BVN (Bank Verification Number) and an active Nigerian bank account are required. Non-Nigerians cannot invest at this time.
Yes. A Nigerian bank account is required to fund your investments. Foreign bank accounts — whether GBP, USD, EUR, AED, or any other currency — cannot be used for funding at this time. You will need to fund from your Nigerian bank account.
Yes. A BVN (Bank Verification Number) is required. Your BVN links your identity to Nigeria's banking system and must be provided during onboarding. If you do not yet have a BVN, you will need to obtain one before you can invest.
Yes. Shares purchased through Shares Saver are registered directly in your legal name with the relevant registrar through regulated broker execution, regardless of where you live.
This depends on your country of residence and personal tax situation. Shares Saver does not provide tax advice. You should consult a qualified tax adviser in your country of residence before investing.
Check the Shares Saver app or contact support for current currency and payment options. Requirements can vary and are updated over time.