The Nigerian government has raised N380.769 billion in a highly subscribed bond auction conducted on May 13, 2024.
However, the amount raised is 39% less than what was raised in the April FGN bond auction.
The aggregate subscription across all tenors reached a staggering N551.316 billion, far lower than the N920.088 billion in subscriptions recorded in the previous month.
However, the DMO also recorded a non-competitive allotment of N301.300 billion, suggesting continued interest from certain institutional investors, despite the broader market’s reticence. This component of the auction highlights the ongoing reliance on guaranteed buyers, which somewhat cushions the impact of reduced competitive bidding.
The auction involved the issuance of three bonds with varying maturities, highlighting an assertive strategy to secure long-term funding under competitive yields.
