DLM Securities, a leading market maker on the Nigerian Exchange Limited, has launched an online trading platform designed to simplify stock trading for investors. The platform, unveiled on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, provides both retail and institutional investors with real-time market insights, instant trade execution, and seamless account management.
With its user-friendly interface, the e-trade platform allows investors to track portfolio performance in real-time, while sub-brokers benefit from independent client management and commission concessions. The initiative aligns with DLM Securities’ vision of making stock trading more transparent and accessible to a wider audience.
Speaking at the launch, Managing Director of DLM Securities, Isiaka Atanda, described the platform as a step towards democratizing investment opportunities. He emphasized that it offers investors—both seasoned and first-time—greater confidence in navigating the capital markets. Group Managing Director of DLM Global Markets, Babatunde Obaniyi, highlighted that the platform reflects the company’s broader vision of fostering a dynamic and robust financial ecosystem in Nigeria.
DLM Securities, a subsidiary of DLM Capital Group, is a licensed broker-dealer regulated by the Securities and Exchange Commission. It is also a trading member of the Nigerian Exchange, Financial Market Dealers Quotation, and the National Association of Securities Dealers.
To address investor concerns about security, Head of Research Olawale Alabi assured that the platform is equipped with advanced encryption, multi-factor authentication, and real-time threat detection to protect user data and transactions. Head of Operations Oluwafemi Bakare added that the platform’s intuitive design ensures a seamless trading experience for investors of all expertise levels.
A live demonstration at the event showcased the platform’s efficiency, earning positive reactions from investors. With this launch, DLM Securities aims to bridge the gap between investors and the stock market, offering a modern solution that meets the evolving expectations of market participants.
