Nigerian equity markets suffered a severe correction, with the SWOOT index shedding N11.97 trillion in value as profit-taking and foreign exchange pressures triggered a broad sell-off.

The decline marks a significant erosion of market capitalization, driven by growing risk aversion among both domestic and foreign investors.

7 points during that period, signaling the start of a broader downturn that has now accelerated.

The sell-off reflects a deepening correction that has persisted through the start of July.

Earlier in the month, the market opened with a sharp decline, shedding N2.39 trillion in a single session as selling pressure weighed heavily on sentiment.

The All-Share Index dropped 3.7 points during that period, signaling the start of a broader downturn that has now accelerated.

Currency volatility remains a key driver of the instability.