Capital market experts have called for increased innovation, financial literacy, sustainability, and investor protection to deepen participation in Nigeria’s capital market, especially among underserved groups.
Speaking at a recent investment forum, Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Dr. Emomotimi Agama, stressed the urgency of bridging Nigeria’s financial literacy gap. “It’s not just a regulatory concern—it’s a national imperative,” he said, adding that the newly signed Investments and Securities Act (ISA) 2025 aims to improve market integrity and broaden access.
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United Capital Group CEO, Peter Ashade, echoed the call for collaborative action, noting that while access to basic financial services has improved, capital market participation remains low. “True inclusion means empowering Nigerians with knowledge to build wealth,” he said.
The forum featured a panel of leaders from the Nigerian Exchange, SANEF, EFInA, Nairametrics, and other financial advocacy platforms, who discussed grassroots engagement, product innovation, and the use of digital tools to increase trust and accessibility.
United Capital Asset Management, which manages over ₦1 trillion in assets, showcased new products like the Children Investment Fund, further demonstrating its commitment to inclusive finance.
The message was clear: deepening capital market participation is key to inclusive economic growth and long-term wealth creation.
