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SEC to Sensitize State Governments on Capital Market Investment Opportunities In a bid to drive wealth creation and economic growth, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has unveiled plans to educate state governments on investment opportunities within the Nigerian capital market...

Blockchain Technology: The Future of Capital Market Regulation – SEC DG Key Highlights: • SEC DG, Dr. Emomotimi Agama, asserts that blockchain will enhance capital market efficiency and regulation. • SEC collaborates with global bodies to align with international best practices...

SEC to Tighten Oversight on Capital Market Operators in 2025 to Boost Investor Confidence Detailed Breakdown of the News: 1. SEC’s Commitment to Enhanced Oversight: The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced plans to intensify its monitoring of capital market operators in...

Foreign-Owned Firms in Nigeria Face Investment Slowdown Amid Capital Decline Overview Foreign-owned companies listed on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) are expected to slow down capital investments in Nigeria due to a decline in capital returns, according to data analyzed by BusinessDay. The...

FG Prioritizes Capital Market for $1 Trillion Economy Goal Breaking Down the Details: The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to transforming Nigeria’s capital market into a powerhouse for economic growth and wealth creation. Key Takeaways: 1. Vision for Growth • Minister of...

Nigerian Capital Market Raises N2 Trillion in 2024: ASHON Praises Growth and Resilience The Association of Securities Dealing Houses of Nigeria (ASHON) has applauded the Nigerian capital market for raising an impressive ₦2 trillion in the primary market in 2024. Highlights from the...

Capital Market Set to Propel Nigeria Towards $1 Trillion Economy, Says SEC The Nigerian capital market is strategically positioned to drive the Federal Government’s ambitious goal of achieving a $1 trillion economy, according to Dr. Emomotimi Agama, Director General of the Securities and...

SEC Unveils #InvestNigeria Initiative to Boost Financial Literacy and Market Participation ✨ The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has launched a groundbreaking enlightenment campaign, #InvestNigeria, aimed at attracting more Nigerians to participate in the capital market through...

Bridging the Gap: NGX Chair Calls for More Nigerian Investors in the Capital Market Details: The Chairman of the Nigerian Exchange Group Plc, Umaru Kwairanga, has expressed concern over the low participation of Nigerians in the capital market, calling the current investor numbers unacceptable...

New SEC Directive for Capital Market Operators: Enhancing Transparency and Standards The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has introduced a new registration requirement for Capital Market Operators (CMOs) renewing their annual registration, aiming to strengthen industry accountability...

The Capital Market: Nigeria’s Economic Lifeline Dear Investors. Let’s talk about the Capital Market. The capital market is more than just a place for buying and selling securities—it is the heartbeat of Nigeria’s economy, pulsing with opportunities for growth, innovation, and stability. It...

Noor Takaful Eyes Capital Market Listing Noor Takaful Insurance Limited, one of Nigeria’s leading Islamic finance operators, has announced plans to list on the Nigerian capital market. This revelation came from the company’s Vice Chairman, Aminu Tukur, during the recently concluded African...

Building Nigeria’s Future: SEC Chief Stresses Need for Strong, Innovative Capital Market Detailed Breakdown: 1. Capital Market as a Catalyst for Nigeria’s Future • Dr. Emomotimi Agama, Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), emphasized that a strong...

SEC Encourages Stockbrokers to Unlock Capital Market Potential for Nigeria’s Economic Growth The Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Dr. Emomotimi Agama, has urged stockbrokers and capital market stakeholders to fully leverage the potential of the Nigerian capital...

SEC to Modernize Capital Market Curriculum with Focus on Cybersecurity, AI, and Fintech Detailed Breakdown: Curriculum Expansion to Address Emerging Trends The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced its plan to expand Nigeria’s capital market education curriculum to include...

SEC Establishes Office to Boost Capital Access for Small Businesses in Nigeria Detailed Breakdown: The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) of Nigeria is advancing plans to launch a new office dedicated to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to enhance their access to capital...

SEC Urges Capital Market Operators to Align with FATF Standards for Resilient Financial Systems At the NCMI Compliance Summit 2024 in Lagos, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) emphasized the importance of Nigerian capital market operators aligning with evolving Financial Action Task...

EXPERTS URGE CREDIT RATING AGENCIES TO PROVIDE CLEARER ECONOMIC OUTLOOKS AMIDST NIGERIAN INVESTMENT CHALLENGES Breakdown: At the 2024 International Credit Rating Webinar organized by DataPro Limited, financial experts called for credit rating agencies (CRAs) to offer more transparent and...

NIGERIAN EXCHANGE GROUP STRENGTHENS TIES WITH JOHANNESBURG STOCK EXCHANGE TO ENHANCE CAPITAL MARKET GOVERNANCE The Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX), under the leadership of Group Chairman Umaru Kwairanga, recently visited the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) to explore opportunities for...

SEC TO EDUCATE NIGERIANS ON CAPITAL MARKET INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES DURING WORLD INVESTOR WEEK The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), led by Director General Emomotimi Agama, announced plans to use the upcoming 2024 World Investor Week (WIW) to raise awareness about various investment...