March 2020 FGN Savings Bond Offer for Subscription

By
Brand Spur
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This is to bring to the notice of the public that the Debt Management Office (DMO), on behalf of the Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN), wishes to introduce a retail savings product that will be accessible to all income groups – the FGN Savings Bond.
Details are as highlighted below.
 ISSUANCE
       MATURITY
2 Year FGN Savings Bond
March 11, 2022: Coupon 4.131% per annum 
3 Year FGN Savings Bond
March 11, 2023 Coupon 5.131% per annum  
Opening Date
Monday, March 2, 2020
Closing Date
Friday, March 6, 2020
Settlement Date
Wednesday, March 11, 2020 (this is the date the bonds will be credited into your CSCS Account domiciled with your broker).
Units of Sale
N1,000 per unit subject to a minimum subscription of N5,000  and in multiples of N1,000 thereafter, subject to a maximum subscription of N50,000,000.
Interest Payment
Quarterly (Coupon rate divided by 4)
Redemption
Bullet payment on the maturity date

 

Purpose

  • To deepen the national savings culture.
  • To provide an opportunity to all citizens irrespective of income level to contribute to National Development.
  • To enable all citizens to participate in and benefit from the favourable returns available in the capital market.
  • To diversify funding sources for the Government.
 Benefits
  • Interest income is paid quarterly directly into the bond holder’s account.
  • The Bond is acceptable as collateral for loans by banks and can be sold for cash in the secondary market before maturity.
  • Good for savings towards retirement, marriage, school fees, house projects, etc.
  • Safety: backed by the full faith and credit of the Federal Government of Nigeria.

Liquidity

The Bond will be listed on the Nigeria Stock Exchange for trading and provides liquidity for investors who want to exit before maturity.

Subscription Mode

Investors are to subscribe through stockbroking firms trading on the floor of The Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) and accredited by the DMO to act as Distribution Agents. (Please visit www.dmo.gov.ng for the list of accredited Stockbroking Firms).