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Davigle:
My Trading Journey in 2025

I started the year with a prop firm capital $5k Phase 2 challenge. For the first time in a long while, I finally made it to Phase 2 in December 2024, after so many failures. I was exhilarated and so optimistic about passing the challenge. Unfortunately for me, I ended up blowing the Phase 2 challenge because I was trading aggressively; I wanted to pass the challenge fast so that I could make money and take care of my needs. Also, I had joined the Alexas58 competition, and on the first day of the competition, I crashed out of it.

I was so devastated, and I finally made a choice to cut down on my risk. At that time, boss Mr. D FTA (aka market2profit) shared a post about a guy who took more than one whole year to pass a $10k challenge and has gone on to withdraw many times from the account, stacking multiple accounts ending in a million-dollar funding. I was moved and motivated to go "Team InfoFirst" fully by taking it slow and steady. And so, I began a bi-weekly challenge of hitting 5% on an FTMO $10k trial account. Also, at the start of February, I won a Quantekel Power $5k 2-step challenge with a 35% consistency score and a 6% profit target for both Phase 1 and 2, with a 3% daily drawdown and 6% maximum drawdown.

At the time, a lot of bosses here discussed the issues with consistency scores at length and how to go about it. I remember vividly boss Fmaster Donsheddy and many others were strategizing on how one can meet up to the consistency score rules, but I didn't pay attention to all that they were discussing. I was so focused on hitting my targets without breaching the daily drawdown. I began trading it slowly, and by mid-March, I had met the profit target for Phase 1. I was so happy and rushed down to share the good news with the FTA family. Due to my excitement, I did not pay attention to my consistency score, which was over 100%—yeah, it was that bad. Boss Fmaster was the one who called my attention to it because I was waiting for a congratulatory mail and login details for Phase 2, but I got none. That was when it hit me how serious the issue of the consistency score was. Then began my struggles, and I battled bitterly with it.

Also in March, I won a Liquid Market $10k 3-step challenge with no consistency score, a 7% profit target for Phases 1, 2, and 3, a 5% daily drawdown, 7% maximum drawdown, and 35 maximum trading days. By April, I passed my Liquid Market $10k Phase 1 challenge. At that time, I was going through very serious financial stress; I was completely broke and didn't even have data to trade. I had always used Stark VPN as a backup whenever I ran out of data because they gift free 50MB of data daily on MTN. I activated it and then logged in to my MT5 and traded my Quantekel $5k challenge. This ended up breaching my account as I got a mail for a violation of IP address by using a VPN; hence, my account was hard breached.

Realizing what had occurred, I was completely miserable and shattered. I remembered sharing the news with the FTA family, and Mr. D FTA (aka market2profit) called me out and rebuked me with strong words. I honestly won't lie, I was deeply hurt. In my grief, I vowed to avoid all prop firms that have consistency scores; I developed a strong dislike for anything related to consistency scores. I'm also glad to say that I took the scolding without any grudges but with humility and remorse. Then there were bad reviews and bad Trustpilot ratings on Liquid Market. Also, at the time, I remembered either Zimuzor or Bee passing the Liquid Market $10k Phase 1 challenge but being refused Phase 2. Due to that, I abandoned my $10k challenge with them and went back to trading the FTMO $10k trial account, aiming for 5% bi-weekly.

For the remaining months of April, May, June, and July, I was trading my cent account and FTMO $10k trial account. During that period, I was hitting my target of 5% every two weeks back-to-back. Also in that period, I had won a CrystalBallMarket and a SwayFunded $1k 2-step challenge, and I blew both of them up. I then traded a lot of accounts with Vebson prop firm, where I failed some and passed some. For the ones I passed, I needed to pay for the account in order for me to proceed to Phase 2, so I abandoned them. It was a really challenging period for me because I was working on reducing the number of trades I take. I remembered earlier on, within Feb or March, Alexas58 challenged me to stick to trading only one timeframe because I was trading the 15-minute chart but through multiple timeframe analysis. So, I made a transition to the 4-hour chart because I realized that I didn't have the luxury of time to be day trading, and it was at that moment I decided to go into swing trading fully.

By July ending, I won an Instant Funding $5k 1-step challenge. "I’m so fuckin back"—that was how I felt winning the account. I reflected on all my previous failures and challenges, and then I went on trading the account more cautiously than I had done before. I traded the account from August till September, and by mid-September, I got my first breakthrough in 2025. I passed my Instant Funding $5k 1-step challenge and got to the funded stage. However, I was hit with another setback; after receiving my congratulatory mail and my funded certificate, I was asked to pay $55 to gain full access to my funded account.

Boy, I was broken again because $55 was approximately 88k Naira as of then. I had just recently got a job, and my salary is just 70k, of which 30k goes for my monthly transportation to work. I definitely could not raise the money. I began to feel desperate and was contemplating borrowing money to pay for the account, but I've always maintained a strict principle to avoid being in debt by all means, so borrowing money is a big "no" for me. I went on Trustpilot to see the reviews on Instant Funding, and it was very bad, with many reports of Instant Funding scamming their customers by not giving them access to the funded account even after paying the $55 fee. When I checked the official price of the Instant Funding $5k 1-step challenge on their website, it went for $49, so it looked fishy. I tabled it to the FTA house, which encouraged me to abandon the account, and so I did.

Also in September, I had joined the FundedNext monthly competition while participating in the Alexas58 competition as well. I hit 70% within the first two weeks of the month and decided not to trade the account until the end of the FundedNext monthly competition, hoping that I would definitely be among the top 100. But I was not. In my grief, I shared my ordeal with the FTA family, and Mummy Cindy took pity on me and bought a Nostro $5k 2-step challenge on October 1st. I was also among the winners of the Alexas58 competition, where he got me a NairaTrader $200k 2-step challenge, but I blew the account in the first week of the month.

By October 14th, I passed my Phase 1 challenge and moved on to Phase 2. Then, a calamity struck me. I missed two solid trades in the 3rd week of October, either of which would have passed my Phase 2 challenge. Then, in the last week of October, at the start of the week, I missed another successful trade that definitely would have passed my Phase 2, all playing out according to my analysis. I was devastated and couldn't keep my cool; this made me both over-trade and revenge-trade, leading my account to a soft breach for violation of the 2% risk rule on Nostro. Fear struck my heart, and I got back to my senses. I then contacted Nostro support, and my account was unfrozen. I thought about the shame and disgrace I would feel on FTA if I blew the account and how I was going to face Mummy Cindy, so I vowed never to allow such a thing to happen again. I then did a lot of intensive mind reprogramming on myself; I motivated the shit out of myself.

Also at the time, someone from the FTA family who wishes to remain anonymous (of which I'm very obliged to do so) bought me a Maven $5k 2-step challenge on November 1st. Within the first week of November, I made my second breakthrough in 2025 by passing my Nostro Phase 2 challenge and getting to funding. I was so happy that at last, I finally made it to the Promised Land. But I didn't know my joy was going to be cut short abruptly. After passing my KYC, Nostro refused to give me access to my funded account, using the soft breach issue as an excuse. I was deeply hurt, but I didn't waste time grieving my loss. I focused on passing my Maven, and by November 14th, I passed the Maven Phase 1 challenge. In the 3rd week of November, I passed my Phase 2 challenge, getting to the Promised Land once more.

I passed my KYC with Maven and was granted access to my funded account. I was so happy that I finally made it, and I wanted to follow Donsheddy's footsteps in steady withdrawals by aiming for low-hanging fruits. Within the last week of November, I had made 1% (which is $50) on the account, but I could not withdraw it. Maven had scheduled my withdrawal window to be opened on December 9th, meaning I had to wait till December 9th before I could make a withdrawal request. And then, my greed struck me.

I had been battling with my phone for a very long time; I use a Tecno Pop 2 Power 1GB RAM phone which I have been using since December 2022. I've used the life out of the phone and have longed to change it. Also, Christmas is around the corner, and I have been planning a "Detty December" for my family. I wanted to celebrate Christmas in a big way with my family with my first withdrawal. I began to dream and fantasize about the good feelings. I began to reason that waiting two weeks to withdraw $50 was too small and paltry; I could make more in that period, like $200 or $300. Even after the profit split, I'd still be well off. I will use $100 to get a brand-new phone while I use the rest to celebrate Christmas with my family and get everyone a gift, including my dad and mom. That felt like a worthy deed, but alas, I didn't realize that my greed had taken over and was already doing the thinking for me.

As you may be guessing by now, disaster struck again, but in a subtle way. When the first week of December came, I was already in a drawdown of 1%, but I wasn't bothered; rather, I was overconfident. I said to myself that I've seen and been through worse than that and got out. I was in a deep drawdown of 6% on my Nostro Phase 2 challenge and got out and hit my target all in a space of 2 weeks without gambling or taking crazy risks. I still did the same again on my Maven Phase 1 challenge; I was in a 5% drawdown and came out and hit the 8% profit target within 2 weeks as well. "I've seen worse and I got out, there's no need for me to be afraid or panic"—that was how I felt. To be candid, I was cautiously trading the account, but December turned out to be a bad month for me as I was in a losing streak. Before I knew it, 1% drawdown became 3% on the 2nd of December.

Now, all this while, I had completely forgotten that Maven had a trailing daily drawdown based on either balance or equity, and it is very sensitive to floating PnL. I thought it was fixed and that I never lose more than 2% of my account in a day, which is $100. So I was down to $4,840, which was a 3% drawdown, and then I had another 2% loss on the 3rd of December. I got a mail that I breached my account due to daily drawdown.

You can imagine the pain I went through seeing the mail. Of course, I am deeply ashamed to say this; after inspiring so many folks here, I still end up as a failure. I couldn't come out to say the truth, but I also know that I can't hide the truth forever because sooner or later it's definitely going to get suspicious. My biggest pain is that I am back to square one after all my efforts and endeavors. My goal was to end the year with at least a funded account, and I got there three times without being able to hold onto any.

Interesting read and trust me 90% of traders here me inclusive can relate to all you've written but you know what this experiences is what shapes us to be better... Deep down look closely you will see immerse growth and payout is already around the corner.....
No one got you to those levels you did it all yourself meaning you can still do it again and this time even better...

Alexas58:
Accounts are to be given to
1. Eagle pixel
2. Kelly Bentley

Accounts won.
Nairatrader 200k account

They've been paying so far
Well give them a try.
And we hope our winners can get funded, they've shown excellent trading skills in the online competition


Thanks for playing

Congratulations guys

seeteazain:
1. What I learned during the year
I learned that constantly changing strategies after a few losses is not the right approach in trading.

2. Areas that still need improvement
I discovered that I still need to work on my risk management and patience, as both play a major role in maintaining discipline and protecting capital.

3.Areas I improved on and how they shaped my trading journey
I improved significantly in waiting for proper trade setups and applying better risk management.

4. Mistakes other beginners should avoid
New traders should avoid rushing to accumulate multiple prop firm accounts. It’s better to start with one account, master discipline, and build consistency before expanding.

Nice takes it can only get better from here..
Im still compiling mine, wetin i see for 2025 e too loud

TheStoriesOfMan:
You are correct. I want to ask: which is the best forex brokers presently? I'm currently using FBS, but the spread on BTCUSD is too much.

Please recommend a low-spread broker for me. Thanks as I anticipate your response.

Try tickmill

EASYLIFE4US:
We wey no get prop accounts wetin we go post😔

Naim you never enter discord dey hunt??

samfelly:
Typing . . .

We never still wake

Lets keep the reviews coming as we all agreed.

leocollins:
Omo I was once like you and I said the same thing here,but now I know the important and difference of trading prop firm account,prop firm is very important for your growth bro..am getting one a prop firm next year.

Very very...

Esteemed Members,

After thoughtful discussion, we've decided to create a special space in FTA Nairaland Thread for all of us to reflect on our trading journey in 2025 and look ahead to 2026. To make this happen, we'll be locking the Telegram group from December 27, 2025, Saturday at 12:00 AM to January 3, 2026, Saturday at 12:00 AM.

During this time, we'd love for everyone to share their trading experiences on the thread. Please include:

1. What you learned during the course of the year.
2. Areas you discovered that still need improvement.
3. Areas you improved on within the year and how it shaped your trading journey.
4. Mistakes you made that other newbies should avoid.

Also, when our host ALEXA58 opens the 2026 thread on January 1, 2026, we encourage everyone to drop their plans for the new year:

1. How you intend to trade in 2026.
2. Things you want to test or try out in 2026 to improve your trading journey, and how you plan to go about it.

We believe that self-realization, journaling, and holding each other accountable are key ways we can grow together as traders.

Some of our community members have already started reflecting on their 2025 journey, sharing lessons learned and setting goals for 2026. This kind of sharing can be really inspiring and helpful for everyone.

Thank you for being part of this community, and let's make this a productive and supportive space for all of us.

God bless you all,

FTA Admins

samfelly:
2026. N500,000,000. Doable. Forex

Very very achievable

samfelly:
We would meet in court

Go to court

Davigle:
Eku mrkt ooo

After much waiting and deliberation, seeing how no one has come out to object this decision all through the week,
I Davigle as the inec chairman hereby declare Alexas58 as the FTA president for 2026. Congratulations 001 Sir on your re-inurguration as the FTA 2026 anchor...

GBAM

Congratulations Alexa58

What is gold planning today

kubenite:
When was this rule made? you think creating a new rule in the middle of an election is smart? I call it dumb. Copying our politician's playbook is now the new normal here. That is how we end up with mediocre candidates al over the place

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There wasn't any rule its just mere words not an outright rule

infofirst:
We are not made for the law but. Law made for us. I think with the look of things, We should not go with that idea of someone not hosting more than once. If the person deserve to host. So be it.
And @Alexas58 keeps looking like the right person to host it in my opinion. Yeah host this year but if he deserves it. I believe he should get it.

If more than one person deserves it. Then we go to the poll to elect.

Supported..
We should give it to alexa since a lot of persons are shyin away.... Once i become profitable we go start to pay host 😂😂

DXYY:
Woow, we need to review such rule, this thread is gradually dieing even the people that set the rule are no longer active on the thread, I learnt so much on this thread and I will hate to deny people coming the chance also , we must try everything possible to keep the thread alive , we need to give people that are active the gift of hosting it regardless of how many times they've done it, my 2cent

To get host this year wan hard pass further maths oh 😂😂

End of year testimony should start dropping in soon

Davigle:
Good evening house

As planned, we ought to kickoff our voting process today but there has been poor turn up on the nomination of candidates, so far Alexas58 still remains the only nominated candidate. Due to this development I will be extending the nomination window for candidates till tomorrow evening by 6pm and then we kickstart our election.

Pls I strongly encourage everyone to participate and nominate candidates you feel should anchor FTA 2026 thread. If you are still wondering on who to nominate we have a lot of folks in our midst;
Dxy
Dmahn
Donsheddy
Captainjune
Btcpromax
Fxwarrior
Blackman007
Hegelian
Ichidodo
Alexas58 (the current FTA POTUS)

Pls guys let's do well to engage start nominating

Dmahn

iichidodo:
You know you are killing it when your forex broker upgrade your status to Silver status, next up is gold...

Congratulations

henrolevra:
I am new here, please how do I join the FTA group?

Check the first page link is there

rainlover:
it's me Na boygonevirtual. As FMASTER no allow me breath I rush come depot to drag him

Leave the guy..

rainlover:
Meanwhile Where's VAP™??

Long vacation

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Kaesyrn:
Let the Israelite journey begin

Cc.
Donsheddy
cindygoldtrader
@ Samfelly
@ ogashman
@ Raphes1010
@ OfficialIP
@ BinaryRocks
@ Kodename
@ Christie171
@ Sampz
@ Friendlybee
@ Riverrun
@ Bennayou
@ Seeteazain
@ IbrahimLagosian
@ Jameselias
@ Eaglepixel
@ CrusaderX
@ Tradinggod
@ Kaybee7000
@ Realone12
@ Btcpromax
@ Davigle
@ Powerbandoo
@ Tenifayo23
@ Retestarc
@ Fredsamuel1
@ Kellybentley
@ Tenifayo23
@ Retestarc
@ Captainjune
@ Dxyy
@ Letuak
@ Yetown
@ Dreamhans1
@ Noble2faith
@ Pipsmarshall1
@ Peejayz
@ Hateshit
@ Shrooms
@ Fredsamuel1
@ 2pep
@ Money247
@ Jyz200

Present

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Kaesyrn:
Things dey occur

Many things dey happen

2026 Host voting poll is currently live....
Go to fta channel on tg and cast your vote...
Vote ends 6pm on Sunday

alamuda:
Hi guys. Which legit prop firm offers instant funding

Try dna funded

2025 ELECTION COMING UP SOON.......

Voting Day....
5th December To 7th December

Voting Ends 6pm Nigerian Time.....

Please Lets Nominate Whoever We Feel Is The Right Person To Anchor 2026 FTA Thread On Nairaland...

Let the Nomination Be Dropped on Nairaland...

Go To FTA Thread And Drop The name Of Whoever You Think Is The Right Person....

Meanwhile The Poll Will Be Held Here ...

Thanks And God Bless...

Signed....
Electoral Chairman
Mrsheddy 😁😁

Just so you know… you mean the world to me. You’re not just my favorite person, you’re my heart, my light, and my peace. 🌹❤️
Every moment with you feels like home. You fill my soul with love and warmth I never knew I needed.
I spent so long searching for the one, not realizing you were right there all along, the missing piece of me.
Whenever I think of you, everything else fades away. I feel strong enough to cross oceans, climb mountains, and chase dreams, as long as I’m holding your hand.
I’ll forever be grateful for the day we met, because that’s the day my whole world changed.✌️✌️
You’re my sun, my calm, and my reason to smile. Without you, everything feels incomplete.
I love you more than words can ever express ❤️❤️
All I need is you,with you by my side, I can touch the stars. ❤️✨

Jsyk... You're my favorite person and i love you so much 🌹❤️❤️✌️
You're my light, you're my everything...
Fill me up with your love...
You're the best part of me...
I always hoped i will find the one, i never knew you were standing right in front of me..
Things get easy when i think of you...
I can cross an ocean just by holding your hands...
I bless the day i met you...
Because my world stands for you...
You're the sun in my world...
Without you darkness covers my soul..
I love you ❤️❤️❤️
All i need is you and i can reach the stars ❤️❤️

Alexas58:
Happy new month
And FTMO pays again

Little substance from 10k account

Congratulations my bro