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Alternative Assets, Update

25 Jun 2026

Jelly-my-Jelly: SocialFi Ambitions Meet Market Momentum

Launched on January 30, 2025, has emerged as a notable participant within the growing Social Finance (SocialFi) segment of the digital asset market. According to the latest available data, the token records approximately 33,800 holders, with a market capitalization value of US$56.9 million, a total supply of 999.99 million tokens, and ranks 362nd on the Coin Market Rank list...
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Legal

25 Jun 2026

FREEZING BANK ACCOUNTS: LEGAL BOUNDARIES AND EMERGING TRENDS IN NIGERIA

Legally, the deposit of funds establishes a unique contractual relationship between a financial institution and its customer. As established in the locus classicus case of Foley v Hill, this dynamic is strictly that of a debtor and a creditor. The bank assumes ownership of the funds and contracts to repay an equivalent sum upon the customer’s mandate, giving rise to an implied duty of confidentiality and strict adherence to withdrawal instructions...
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Alternative Assets

24 Jun 2026

Digital Assets Face Renewed Headwinds Amid Tight Liquidity and Institutional Repositioning

Total cryptocurrency market capitalization declined by approximately 4.3% during the review period, according to industry market data providers, reflecting tighter financial conditions and a more cautious investor environment...
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Opinion

23 Jun 2026

ARADEL Q1 2026: A DUAL-CURRENCY STORY OF SCALE, STRENGTH, AND ACCOUNTING DYNAMICS

The Group reported revenue of ₦728.5 billion in Q1 2026, compared with ₦199.9 billion in Q1 2025, representing significant year-on-year (YoY) expansion. This increase is consistent with a broadened operational footprint following consolidation activities and higher production-related activity across the value chain...
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What happens when AI, Social Media, and Crypto collide?

Meet JELLYJELLY a Solana-based Web3 project aiming to reshape content creation through AI-powered tools and crypto incentives.

Designed as the utility token behind the JellyJelly app, the project combines automatic captioning, clip generation, conversation summaries, and SocialFi rewards to create a new creator economy powered by blockchain.

 Current highlights:
• Over 33,800 holders
• Market cap of $56.9 million
• Built on Solana's high-speed, low-cost network
• Community sentiment remains 73% bullish

While JELLYJELLY continues to gain attention, it remains a high-risk, high-volatility asset. As always, successful investing isn't about chasing hype it's about understanding market structure, managing risk, and maintaining discipline through strategies like Dollar-Cost Averaging (DCA).

 Is SocialFi the next major evolution of social media, or is it still too early? Tap link in bio to learn more.

Let us know your thoughts below.

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Can your bank freeze your account without a court order?

It's a question many Nigerians ask after discovering a sudden Post-No-Debit (PND) restriction on their account.

The law, however, is more nuanced than many realize.

Our latest legal article explores the legal boundaries surrounding account freezes in Nigeria, examining when financial institutions can lawfully restrict access to customer funds, the role of law enforcement agencies, the importance of judicial oversight, and how recent court decisions are reshaping the relationship between banks and their customers.

As digital banking expands and fraud prevention becomes increasingly important, the balance between protecting the financial system and safeguarding customers' constitutional rights has never been more critical.

Whether you're an entrepreneur, investor, legal practitioner, or everyday bank customer, understanding your rights and obligations could make all the difference.

 Read our latest legal insight on our website to understand the evolving legal framework governing bank account restrictions in Nigeria.

 Have you ever experienced an unexpected account restriction? Share your thoughts in the comments.

Follow Marina Times NG for expert insights on law, finance, regulation, and the Nigerian economy.

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For years, OMO bills have been one of the most attractive destinations for investor capital in Nigeria.

But here's the bigger question:

Should a monetary policy tool become one of the market's favourite investment assets?

As the Federal Government increases borrowing through Treasury Bills and Bonds to fund infrastructure and long-term development, Nigeria's financial system may be undergoing a quiet but important transformation.

 OMO was designed to manage liquidity.
 Government debt was designed to finance development.

When those lines become blurred, capital allocation can become distorted.

Perhaps the goal isn't to eliminate OMO.

Perhaps it's to restore balance.

A stronger sovereign debt market could:
✔️ Deepen capital markets
✔️ Improve development financing
✔️ Attract foreign investment
✔️ Strengthen long-term economic growth

The strongest financial systems are not dominated by intervention tools.

They are built on balance.

Has Nigeria outgrown the era of OMO dominance? Tap link in bio to learn more.

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Alternative Asset 
Crypto isn't facing a crisis of technology.

It's facing a crisis of liquidity.

As the U.S. dollar strengthens and investors move into defensive positions, digital assets are feeling the pressure.

 Bitcoin is testing critical support.
 Ethereum is struggling to attract fresh capital.
 Altcoins continue to absorb the heaviest selling pressure.

Yet beneath the volatility, long-term holders remain committed and institutions continue building.

The next move won't be decided by hype.

It will be decided by liquidity, confidence, and capital flows.

 Do you think the market is building a base for recovery or preparing for another leg down? Tap link in bio to learn more.

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Growth tells one story. Accounting tells another.

Aradel Holdings delivered a remarkable Q1 2026 performance:

 Revenue surged to ₦728.5 billion
 Operating profit climbed to ₦372.9 billion
 Profit after tax rose to ₦120.3 billion
Cash reserves strengthened to ₦1.6 trillion

But beneath the headline numbers lies an important lesson for investors.

While operational performance expanded significantly following asset consolidation, foreign exchange movements created accounting volatility that affected comprehensive income and reporting outcomes.

The result?

A company that is growing rapidly in scale, production capacity, and profitability while navigating the realities of currency translation and financial reporting dynamics.

The real focus now shifts to:
✔️ Production stability
✔️ Cost management
✔️ Commodity prices
✔️ FX dynamics

 Do you think Aradel's expansion strategy will continue delivering strong earnings growth? Tap link bio to learn more.

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Some leaders command attention through speeches.

Others shape history through decisions.

Alan Greenspan belonged to the latter.

For nearly two decades, he stood at the center of monetary policy during some of the most defining moments in modern economic history. His era became known as the Great Moderation — a period marked by economic expansion, subdued inflation, and growing confidence in central banking.

Yet history rarely delivers simple verdicts.

As markets evolved and crises emerged, Greenspan's legacy became a subject of both admiration and reflection.

In this edition of Poems by Marina Times, we pay tribute to a policymaker whose influence continues to echo through boardrooms, central banks, and financial markets around the world.

Watch, reflect, and join the conversation.

What do you believe will be Alan Greenspan's lasting legacy?

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BONK started as a meme.

Today, it's helping power one of the fastest-growing ecosystems on Solana.

 950,000+ holders
 $391M+ market cap
 Gaming integrations
DeFi applications
NFT ecosystems
Payment solutions

The biggest winners in crypto aren't always the projects with the loudest hype.

Sometimes they're the ones quietly building communities, utility, and adoption.

The question is no longer whether BONK is just a meme coin.

It's whether its ecosystem growth can drive the next phase of value creation.

💬 Are community-driven ecosystems the future of crypto? Tap link in bio to learn more

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Market Update
 June 2026 FGN Bond Auction: DMO Triggers Over-Allotment, Selling ₦1.22Trn as Stop Rates Surge ~130bps

 Market Outlook: With the DMO willing to over-allot at these elevated clearings, higher-for-longer yields are firmly cemented as we cross into the second half of the year.

Given the DMO's aggressive stance on volume, are you adjusting your duration strategy this week? Let's discuss below. 👇.
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Weekly Market Review
The market is sending a clear message: caution is back.

This week, investors moved into preservation mode as rising yields, inflation concerns, and expectations of heavier government borrowing triggered a broad risk-off repricing across Nigeria's financial markets.

Treasury bill yields climbed higher
The NGX fell over 3%
The Naira remained volatile
Foreign reserves crossed the $51 billion mark

Yet beneath the caution, there are signs of resilience.

The real question is:

Are we witnessing temporary caution... or the beginning of a new investment cycle? Tap link in bio to read more.

 Share your thoughts below.

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Happy Father's Day to all the amazing fathers and father figures who lead with strength, love and wisdom. Thank you for sacrifices, guidance, and unwareing support.

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Marina Times Opinion
The world’s biggest economies may have just signaled a new era of economic cooperation.

The 2026 G7 Summit in Évian wasn't just another diplomatic gathering it was a blueprint for navigating a fragmented global economy.

From securing critical supply chains and reducing inflation risks to advancing AI governance and reshaping development finance, leaders sent a clear message:

 Resilience is no longer a defensive strategy it is an economic growth strategy.

The summit highlighted a growing belief that geopolitical stability, trusted technology, strong institutions, and coordinated policymaking are becoming essential ingredients for sustainable growth.

Markets are paying attention.

The question is: Will implementation match ambition? Tap link in bio to learn more

 What do you think will have the biggest impact on global markets AI, supply chains, energy security, or economic coordination?

Follow @marinatimesng for insights on the global trends shaping tomorrow's economy.

#g7summit2026 #globaleconomy #economicpolicy #investing #artificialintelligence #supplychains #financialmarkets #marinatimes

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