CEOs of the largest Registrars in Nigeria – 2026

In 2025, an analysis of 46 Nigerian Exchange-listed companies revealed that five registrar firms handle the majority of these firms' shareholder records and investor services. First Registrars leads with seven companies under its management, followed by Coronation Registrars, Greenwich Registrars, Africa Prudential, and Meristem Registrars, each handling six companies.

These five firms collectively serve 31 out of the 46 companies, representing approximately 67.4% of the sample. Registrar firms play a crucial role in Nigeria's capital market infrastructure, managing shareholder records, processing dividends, and facilitating communication between companies and investors. The CEOs leading these registrar firms have extensive experience in the industry.

Bridget Bayo-Ajayi, Managing Director of Cordros Registrars, has over 17 years of experience in share registration and investor services. Olulana is the Acting Registrar of Atlas Registrars, bringing 15 years of experience in shareholder services. Adeniji Tokunbo, Managing Director of Pace Registrars, has over 15 years of experience in the share registration industry.

Olufisola Folayan, Managing Director of DATAMAX Registrars, has more than two decades of experience in financial services and capital markets. Nkechinyelu Okoye, Managing Director of Meristem Registrars and Probate Services Limited, has over 15 years of experience in business operations and customer experience management. Ugo Okonkwo, Managing Director of Veritas Registrars, brings a background in corporate law and financial services to his role.