If you had put ₦100k into the right Nigerian stocks at the beginning of February, you’d be sitting on serious gains by now. As the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) hit historic milestones this month, closing with staggering growth across several sectors, a few specific tickers turned modest savings into small fortunes.
At Nigeriawide.com, we’ve crunched the numbers from Zikoko Money to show you the power of timely investing. Here are the 10 best-performing stocks of February 2026 and how much your investment would be worth today.
Top 10 NGX Gainers: February 2026 Breakdown
1. FT Insurance PLC (FTGINSURE)
FT Insurance emerged as the undisputed heavyweight champion of February. Operating in the life and non-life insurance sectors, the company saw a massive surge in interest as the sector underwent regulatory shifts.
- February opening price: ₦0.20
- February closing price: ₦0.90
- ₦100k in February = ₦450,000 at month-end
- Capital gain: ₦350,000
2. Notore Chemical Industries PLC (ZICHIS)
With Nigeria’s agricultural sector seeing renewed expansion, Notore’s fertiliser and industrial chemical production became a magnet for savvy investors.
- February opening price: ₦4.19
- February closing price: ₦17.36
- ₦100k in February = ₦414,320 at month-end
- Capital gain: ₦314,320
3. Infinity Trust Mortgage Bank PLC (INFINITY)
The mortgage sector stayed hot as Infinity Trust provided the financing needed for Nigeria’s growing real estate demand.
- February opening price: ₦9.00
- February closing price: ₦19.00
- ₦100k in February = ₦211,111 at month-end
- Capital gain: ₦111,111
4. Union Dicon Salt PLC (UNIONDICON)
Specializing in the processing and distribution of salt and industrial minerals, Union Dicon nearly doubled its value in just 28 days.
- February opening price: ₦8.75
- February closing price: ₦16.60
- ₦100k in February = ₦189,714 at month-end
- Capital gain: ₦89,714
5. RT Briscoe Nigeria PLC (RTBRISCOE)
From fleet management to industrial equipment, RT Briscoe rode the wave of increased industrial activity across the country.
- February opening price: ₦7.86
- February closing price: ₦12.51
- ₦100k in February = ₦159,160 at month-end
- Capital gain: ₦59,160
6. Julius Berger Nigeria PLC (JBERGER)
The infrastructure giant benefited from major contract wins and a nationwide construction boom, pushing its share price significantly higher.
- February opening price: ₦182.00
- February closing price: ₦288.00
- ₦100k in February = ₦158,242 at month-end
- Capital gain: ₦58,242
7. JP Gold PLC (JPAULGOLD)
As gold prices fluctuated globally, Japaul Gold’s retail and institutional gold products offered a safe haven for local investors looking for commodity-backed growth.
- February opening price: ₦2.44
- February closing price: ₦3.86
- ₦100k in February = ₦158,197 at month-end
- Capital gain: ₦58,197
8. Jaiz Bank PLC (JAIZBANK)
As Nigeria’s premier non-interest bank, Jaiz Bank continues to capture a unique segment of the market with its Shariah-compliant services.
- February opening price: ₦8.00
- February closing price: ₦12.63
- ₦100k in February = ₦157,875 at month-end
- Capital gain: ₦57,875
9. Custodian Investment PLC (CUSTODIAN)
Focusing on pension management and diversified insurance, Custodian Investment showed why it remains a favorite for institutional players.
- February opening price: ₦44.00
- February closing price: ₦68.00
- ₦100k in February = ₦154,545 at month-end
- Capital gain: ₦54,545
10. Red Star Express PLC (REDSTAREX)
The logistics and courier giant benefited from the rebound in trade and e-commerce across West Africa.
- February opening price: ₦20.80
- February closing price: ₦31.95
- ₦100k in February = ₦153,606 at month-end
- Capital gain: ₦53,606
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