Stockbrokers to champion strategies to achieve Nigeria’s $1trn economy
”At the heart of our conversation was the critical role of capital markets..."
The Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers (CIS) has expressed its commitment to champion financial strategies that align with the Federal Government’s vision of achieving a one trillion dollar economy.
The President and Chairman of Council of CIS, Mr Oluropo Dada, said this in a statement on Sunday.
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Dada visited the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Mr Adegboyega Oyetola, to discuss the vital roles that securities dealers, popularly called stockbrokers play in driving Nigeria’s economic growth and development.
He emphasised the need for collaboration between the government, financial institutions and stockbrokers to create a conducive environment for economic growth.
He said the capital market stood as a key enabler of the Federal Government’s vision, providing the necessary funding framework for national development.
Dada said the council was planning a workshop in Abuja to bring together key stakeholders in the financial sector to discuss pressing issues, share insights, and explore opportunities for growth and development.
”At the heart of our conversation was the critical role of capital markets in driving sustainable economic growth and development.
”The workshop is expected to provide networking opportunities by connecting industry leaders and enhancing knowledge sharing among professionals in the financial market amongst others,” he said.
First known as the Nigerian Institute of Stockbrokers, the Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers has been in existence since 1990. It was initially incorporated as a private company limited by guarantee and was later chartered in 1992 by Act 105 of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
The Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers is a professional body chartered by Act 105 of 1992. It is the only professional body in Nigeria empowered to conduct qualifying examinations and providing professional qualifications for Stockbrokers, Securities Dealers, Financial & Investment Analysts, Portfolio & Funds Managers. The Institute also regulates the activities of its members and for matters connected therewith. The Institute’s qualification is widely recognized both in and outside Nigeria as a professional business qualification.
