Majiyagbe: AACN Unlocking Critical Factors in Financing Nigeria’s Growth Trajectory

The Association of Asset Custodians of Nigeria hosted its Annual Nigerian Investors Day in London, attracting global investors to learn about Nigeria's economic reforms. President Babatunde Majiyagbe emphasized the conference's goal to make Nigeria an attractive investment destination on the African continent.

The event, organized by the AACN, had a 15-year history of promoting portfolio investments in Nigeria. The conference successfully achieved its objectives, with almost 100 participants including global custodians, fund managers, international brokers, and domestic and foreign institutional investors. A major highlight was the participation of the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Taiwo Oyedele, who presented details of ongoing economic reforms and future policy interventions.

Among the attendees were the Executive Commissioner, Operations at the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Mr. Bola Ajomale, and the Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Exchange Limited, Mr. Jude Chiemeka. Other participants included the CEO of Central Securities Clearing Systems (CSCS) Plc, Mrs. Onome Komolafe, and the leadership of the Angolan Stock Exchange, BODIVA.

The conference theme, "Nigeria's Next Chapter: From Reforms to Returns," aimed to highlight the importance of the Nigerian capital market as a foundation for economic development. The event provided a platform for leaders in the capital market to share insights on Nigeria's standing, current interventions, future direction, and policies.

Confirmed by the remarkable participation and expert answers provided by the attendees, the conference successfully imparted knowledge to investors, addressing their concerns about risk and return in the Nigerian economy.