Nigeria’s Non-Interest Capital Market Hits ₦1.6 Trillion, Says SEC DG Agama
By Oluwakemi Kindness Nigeria’s non-interest capital market has grown to a valuation exceeding ₦1.6 trillion, signaling its expanding role in promoting financial inclusion and driving infrastructure development across the country. The Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Dr. Emomotimi Agama, disclosed this at the 7th African International Conference on Islamic Finance (AICIF) 2025, […]
SEC DG Says Trust is the Foundation of Digital Finance
By Oluwakemi Kindness Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Nigeria, Emomotimi Agama, has reaffirmed that trust remains the ultimate currency in digital finance, underscoring the Commission’s commitment to balancing innovation with investor protection. Delivering a keynote address at the 2025 Abuja Journalists Academy, Agama described digital asset regulation as one of the most […]
SEC DG Seeks Shift to Sustainable Finance
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Emomotimi Agama, says the global shift towards sustainable finance is transforming investment decisions, corporate governance, and risk management — a development Nigeria’s capital market must embrace to stay competitive and relevant. Speaking at the 2025 Annual Conference of the Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers […]
Nigeria’s Shift to T+2 Settlement Will Boost Market Efficiency – SEC DG
By Oluwakemi Kindness Nigeria’s capital market is set for a major reform as the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) prepares to transition to a T+2 settlement cycle, a move the Commission says will enhance efficiency, reduce risks, and strengthen investor confidence. Speaking at a Trade Associations Roundtable on “Ensuring Stakeholder Readiness for T+2 Settlement” held […]
Agama: Technology Key to Building Investor Trust in Nigeria’s Capital Market
By Oluwakemi Kindness Director General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Dr. Emomotimi Agama, has reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to using technology as a tool to rebuild investor confidence and position Nigeria’s capital market for global competitiveness. According to a statement on Sunday by the commission, the SEC boss stated this in Abuja during […]
Nigeria’s Non-Interest Capital Market Now Worth ₦1.6 Trillion – SEC
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Nigeria has disclosed that the country’s non-interest capital market has grown to a value of ₦1.6 trillion, reflecting expanding investor confidence in ethical and inclusive financial instruments. Director-General of the Commission, Emomotimi Agama, announced this on Tuesday in Abuja during a press briefing ahead of the […]
SEC DG Pushes for Urgent West African Capital Market Integration
By Oluwakemi Kindness Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Dr. Emomotimi Agama, has called on West African countries to fast-track capital market integration. This is as he warns that delay will limit the region’s ability to mobilise the massive investments needed for economic transformation. Speaking in Abuja at the Experts Meeting on Validation […]
SEC Warns Nigerians Against AI-Generated Investment Scams
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has raised alarm over a surge in artificial intelligence (AI)-driven investment scams in Nigeria. It is warning the public to be vigilant against platforms offering guaranteed profits and fake celebrity endorsements. The regulator in a statement on Sunday recalled that unlicensed platforms such as CBEX, Silverkuun, […]
Investment Confidence Hinges on Accountability – SEC DG Agama
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Director General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Dr. Emomotimi Agama, has reaffirm that accountability and transparency remain critical to strengthening investor confidence and deepening Nigeria’s capital market. Dr. Agama made the remark in Abuja while delivering a goodwill message at a stakeholder engagement on internal control over financial reporting […]
Agama Elected IOSCO AMERC Vice Chair, Vows Capital Market Reforms
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Director General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Nigeria, Dr. Emomotimi Agama, has been elected Vice Chairman of the Africa/Middle East Regional Committee (AMERC) of the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO). By virtue of the election, Agama will also serve on the IOSCO Board the apex decision-making body of […]