Airtel Africa hits N5,801 as NGX surges N3.45 trillion; YTD return reclaims 55% threshold

The Nigerian equities market recorded a significant single-session gain on July 8, 2026, with the market capitalization increasing by N3.45 trillion. This rally was primarily driven by Airtel Africa, which achieved a maximum daily price increase of ten percent to close at N5,801.40.