{
  "id": 7216170,
  "title": "Fadahunsi: Nigeria’s Capital Market Needs More Depth, Trust, Awareness",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/14/fadahunsi-nigerias-capital-market-needs-more-depth-trust-awareness",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-09-14T01:23:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "This Day",
    "slug": "this-day",
    "url": "https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/09/14/fadahunsi-nigerias-capital-market-needs-more-depth-trust-awareness/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Mr. Kayode Fadahunsi, Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of AVA Capital Plc, discusses the need for Nigeria's capital market to deepen, highlighting trust as a crucial factor. He emphasizes that a strong capital market relies on investor confidence, which stems from the responsible allocation of capital and the operations of institutions within the market. Greater financial education and awareness among investors are also essential to deepen market participation.\n\nFadahunsi points out that investment banks and other financial institutions play a vital role beyond executing transactions. They can assist businesses in accessing capital for growth, professionalizing operations, and preparing for larger markets. Successful businesses that secure long-term financing can drive employment, increased production, and broader economic activity.\n\nStakeholders can encourage retail investors in Nigerian markets by enhancing investor education efforts. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) of Nigeria has introduced regulations recognizing digital assets as securities, aligning with practices in developed countries. Trust in financial institutions must be earned through competence, discipline, transparency, and consistency. People must be made aware of the opportunities and risks associated with various investment decisions.\n\nSince being listed on the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX), AVA Capital has experienced several changes. The company faced the challenge of adhering to proper bookkeeping requirements and implementing proper governance structures. By meeting these basic foundations, AVA Capital commits to consistent and transparent communication, setting the stage for future growth and development within the Nigerian capital market.",
  "summary": "The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, AVA Capital Plc, Mr. Kayode Fadahunsi, in this conversation with Kayode Tokede, stresses that Nigerian capital needs greater depth, emphasising that trust is one of",
  "key_points": [
    "Nigeria's capital market needs deeper depth and trust.",
    "Financial education and awareness crucial for market participation.",
    "AVA Capital Plc emphasizes proper governance and transparency."
  ],
  "editors_take": "Greater trust, awareness, and education among investors, fostered through competence, discipline, and transparency in financial institutions, are crucial for deepening Nigeria's capital market and driving broader economic activity.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}