38 h. ago SEC seeks recovery of N242bn unclaimed dividends with new enforcement push

By Chukwuma Umeorah As of June 2025, unclaimed dividends in Nigeria’s capital market totalled N242 billion, according to data from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Despite technological advances and regulatory reforms including the e-Dividend mandate system, these funds continue to lie dormant, eluding their rightful owners. The figure has grown steadily over the years, […] The post SEC seeks recovery of N242bn unclaimed dividends with new enforcement push appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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51 h. ago NGX Group, SEC aim capital market diplomacy to deepen Nigeria

Tribune Online NGX Group, SEC aim capital market diplomacy to deepen Nigeria-China financial ties In a strategic move to position Nigeria’s capital market as a catalyst for cross-border investments, Nigerian Exchange Group Plc (NGX Group) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) have reaffirmed their commitment to fostering cross-border capital market partnerships. NGX Group, SEC aim capital market diplomacy to deepen Nigeria-China financial ties Tribune Online

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1 week ago Robust Capital Market Crucial For Nigeria’s Economic Prosperity – NGX Chairman

Chairman,  Nigerian Exchange Group, Dr Umaru Kwairanga, says the Nigerian Capital Market has experienced exponential growth since he assumed office in 2022. He reiterated the group’s commitment to deepening Nigeria’s capital market in alignment with President Bola Tinubu’s vision of growing the nation’s GDP to one trillion dollars by 2030. In a statement issued in […]

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1 week ago Equity transactions: Market operators laud SEC’s Nov deadline for T+2 settlement cycle

Says it’ll reposition Nigeria’s capital market By Chinwendu Obienyi and Chukwuma Umeorah Market operators in Nigeria have expressed  support for the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) decision to transition the equities market to a T+2 settlement cycle, effective November 28, 2025. This move, they said, is seen as a significant step toward enhancing market efficiency […] The post Equity transactions: Market operators laud SEC’s Nov deadline for T+2 settlement cycle appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Wema Bank Wins ‘Commercial Bank Of The Year’ At 2025 NCMC Awards

Wema Bank has been announced as the winner of the ‘Commercial Bank of the Year’ at the 2025 Nairametrics Capital Market Choice (NCMC) Awards. The announcement was made at the awards gala held in Lagos, where standout performers across Nigeria’s capital markets were celebrated. The Nairametrics Capital Market Choice (NCMC) awards is a data-driven platform […]

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2 w. ago Slow judicial process threatens effective implementation of ISA 2025

By Chukwuma Umeorah Although experts hail the the Investments and Securities Act (ISA) 2025 as it promises to transform Nigeria’s capital market, its success hinges on overcoming a significant hurdle, the sluggishness of the nation’s judicial system, which threatens to stall its full implementation and enforcement. This concern was at the forefront of discussions during […] The post Slow judicial process threatens effective implementation of ISA 2025 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago We’re concessioning key infrastructure projects to repay loans –Edun

The Federal Government is shifting towards a self-financing infrastructure model that will see critical national assets, such as ports, highways, and solar power plants, concessioned to private operators, with proceeds used to repay loans tied to these projects. This was disclosed by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, during […] The post We’re concessioning key infrastructure projects to repay loans –Edun appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago CSCS propels Nigerian capital market with innovative solutions

In this insightful conversation, Haruna Jalo-Waziri, Managing Director and CEO of Central Securities Clearing System Plc (CSCS), reflects on his read more CSCS propels Nigerian capital market with innovative solutions

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2 w. ago SEC warns against investing in Silverkuun, other unregistered schemes

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has warned the public against investing in unregistered investment schemes, specifically naming Silverkuun Investment Cooperative Society and Silverkuun Limited as entities operating illegally in the Nigerian capital market. In a circular released in Abuja on Wednesday, May 28, the Commission stated that it had received […] The post SEC warns against investing in Silverkuun, other unregistered schemes appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Dangote Cement Wins ‘Dividend Paying Company Of The Year Award’

Dangote Cement Plc has been named the Dividend Paying Company of the Year at the inaugural Nairametrics Capital Market Choice Awards. The event held in Lagos, with the theme, “Capital Market as a Catalyst for Nigerian Economic Transformation,” celebrated companies making significant contributions to the country’s economic progress. Dangote Cement was awarded the Dividend Paying […]

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3 w. ago Listed companies declared N1.1trn dividends to shareholders in 2024

Tribune Online Listed companies declared N1.1trn dividends to shareholders in 2024 Improved confidence in Nigeria’s capital market has continued to surge, manifesting in huge investor returns with listed companies declaring dividends totaling N1.1 trillion to shareholders in 2024. Corroborating the sterling performance of the Nigerian capital market, which reflects its health status, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Director-General, Dr Emomotimi Agama, said out of the […] Listed companies declared N1.1trn dividends to shareholders in 2024 Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Cardoso, CBN shine at Nairametrics Capital Market Choice Awards

Tribune Online Cardoso, CBN shine at Nairametrics Capital Market Choice Awards The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr Olayemi Cardoso, has been conferred an Honorary Award at the ... Cardoso, CBN shine at Nairametrics Capital Market Choice Awards Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Uwaleke Receives Nairametrics Award For Contributions To Capital Market

Nigeria’s first Professor of Capital Market Studies, Uche Uwaleke, is set to receive an Honorary Award at the inaugural Nairametrics Capital Market Choice Awards, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to capital market development and academic excellence. The event, organised by Nairametrics Financial Advocates Limited, will be held on May 23, 2025, at The Banquet […]

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4 w. ago Nigeria’s SEC says companies raise N446bn through capital market in 4 months

…Unveils ISA 2025, new SEC website Nigerian companies actively tapped into the capital market in early 2025, raising approximately N446 read more Nigeria’s SEC says companies raise N446bn through capital market in 4 months

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4 w. ago Nigeria’s capital market key to achieving $1trn economy — Edun

Tribune Online Nigeria’s capital market key to achieving $1trn economy — Edun Edun said the revised plan prioritises digitalization, innovation, sustainability, inclusion, and capital formation, aligning with the broader economic reform agenda. Nigeria’s capital market key to achieving $1trn economy — Edun Tribune Online

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