Cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, Bitget, has announced the introduction of tokenised stocks and real-world assets (RWAs) on its platform, giving Nigerian investors direct access to some of the world’s biggest companies through blockchain technology.
The company explained that this move would allow crypto users in Nigeria to invest in leading multinational firms without going through the traditional stock market process. Tokenised stocks are digital versions of real company shares, issued as tokens on a blockchain. They are designed to reflect the real-time price of the actual stock and can be traded like cryptocurrencies on specific exchanges without using a traditional stockbroker.
Through the Bitget Onchain platform, in partnership with xStocks, Nigerians can now buy tokenised shares of major United States companies such as Apple, Tesla, Amazon, and others. This means investors can trade these shares around the clock, without waiting for international market hours or dealing with foreign exchange challenges.
Bitget also revealed it has joined the Global Markets Alliance, an initiative led by Ondo Finance. This alliance brings together key industry players to promote standardisation and interoperability in tokenised securities. The aim is to increase global adoption of tokenised RWAs, including stocks, Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs), and other financial products. Members of the alliance include infrastructure providers, exchanges, custodians, and decentralised finance (DeFi) platforms working to make global investments easier and more secure.
Speaking on the development, Bitget’s Chief Executive Officer, Gracy Chen, said the new service is a game-changer for Nigerians.
“This is important for Nigerian investors because it offers global access with local advantages. Investors can use naira through crypto-native methods without forex problems or the need for traditional brokerage accounts. The market is open 24/7, so you can trade anytime without waiting for international market hours. There’s also a lower entry barrier, with fractional access to top-tier equities, reduced transaction costs, and full transparency on-chain,” Chen stated.
She added that tokenisation is becoming the next big step in finance, making it possible for everyday Nigerians to invest in top global companies, similar to how Wall Street investors operate.
“Our xStocks and Ondo integration marks a leap forward in giving Nigerians diversified, borderless asset exposure. These offerings align with Nigeria’s evolving crypto regulation framework, from the Securities and Exchange Commission’s updated digital asset rules to clearer oversight on transactions. Bitget remains committed to compliance while delivering innovation,” she said.
According to Chen, the next step for Nigerian traders is to create or log in to their Bitget accounts, complete the Know Your Customer (KYC) verification process, and explore the tokenised U.S. equities available on Bitget Onchain. She also encouraged investors to look into Ondo-backed assets such as tokenised ETFs and money market options to diversify their portfolios.
The move by Bitget comes at a time when Nigeria is seeing increasing interest in digital assets, despite market fluctuations and regulatory adjustments. Financial experts believe that tokenised assets could open up new opportunities for Nigerian investors who previously could not afford or access foreign stocks due to high costs and complex procedures.
By removing the need for intermediaries, tokenised stocks allow faster transactions, better transparency, and potential savings on fees. However, market analysts also warn that, like all investments, they carry risks, and investors should be aware of market volatility and regulatory changes.
Bitget said it will continue to expand its product range in line with global financial innovations and the needs of Nigerian users.
