As more Nigerians seek alternative sources of income amid economic headwinds, FXTM has rolled out a new trading platform designed to lower barriers to entry and encourage wider participation in global financial markets.
The platform, known as FXTM Edge, was unveiled in Lagos over the weekend to make forex and commodity trading more accessible. Adaeze Uzochukwu, specialist in Education and Media at FXTM, spoke with a journalist at the launch in Lagos and described Edge as a product built “with Nigerians in mind,” stressing that the company’s goal is to make trading affordable, accessible, and secure.
“Many Nigerians are interested in trading but are held back by complexity, high costs, or lack of experience. FXTM Edge was built to remove those barriers and allow everyone to participate confidently in global markets,” Uzochukwu said.
Unlike traditional trading platforms that require hefty deposits, she explained that FXTM Edge allows traders to start with just $50 and trade in micro lots. This is a shift from FXTM’s earlier benchmark of $200, a threshold that excluded many young people and first-time investors.
“Previously, we had a generic account that excluded many. Now, even students, business owners, professionals, and anyone interested in trading can participate with this model. The minimum deposit is $50. We also offer accounts in naira and dollars. We’ll convert naira deposits at the prevailing exchange rate if you don’t have dollars. We have Advantage and Advantage Plus accounts with a $200 minimum deposit for those who want more advanced options.”
On regulation, she disclosed that FXTM is in talks with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) as industry players push for more straightforward guidelines in Nigeria’s forex space. “That process is improving now, and we are actively pursuing certification. Beyond that, we are fully registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) and other relevant partners.”
Assuring that the platform is very secure, Uzochukwu said, “We have implemented multiple security measures and compliance checks before launching. Everything went through the necessary stages of certification. For instance, we do not accept third-party deposits or withdrawals; only the account holder can transact. We verify IDs and follow strict security protocols.”
Beyond beginners, she said FXTM is also courting experienced traders with competitive spreads starting at 1.2, a reward system linked to trading activity, and integrated Trading View charts.
