Nigeria’s capital market is once again taking centre stage as preparations begin for the second edition of the Capital Market Awards Nigeria, an initiative aimed at strengthening engagement within the financial ecosystem and celebrating key players driving growth in the sector.
Organised by Nairametrics, the event carries the theme “Capital Markets as a Pathway to Responsible Wealth Creation”, and is designed to recognise individuals and institutions contributing to stability, innovation, and long-term development in the capital market over the past year.
According to Founder and Chief Analyst, Ugo Obi-Chukwu, this year’s edition comes at a critical time, as Nigeria experiences a noticeable resurgence in retail investor participation—levels not seen in more than two decades. He noted that this renewed interest brings both opportunity and responsibility for market stakeholders.
He emphasised that maintaining investor confidence will require stronger transparency, improved governance standards, and continued efforts to protect the integrity of the market. Beyond awards, the initiative is positioned as a platform to highlight excellence and measurable impact across the financial ecosystem.
The 2026 edition will feature 25 award categories, including honorary recognitions for outstanding contributors to market development. The event is scheduled to take place on June 5, 2026, at the Civic Centre in Lagos, bringing together regulators, investors, operators, and other key industry stakeholders.
source: punch