SEC Emphasizes Professionalism and Ethics in Nigeria's Capital Market

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The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has reaffirmed the importance of professionalism and ethical conduct for stockbrokers and other market intermediaries in Nigeria. The Director-General of the SEC, Dr. Emomotimi Agama, made this clear at the 29th Annual Conference of the Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers (CIS) in Abuja. The conference theme, 'Capital Markets in a Digital, Ethical, Sustainable Era: Pathways for Economic Transformation,' highlights the need for a modern, inclusive, and resilient capital market built on digitalisation, ethics, and sustainability. Agama emphasized that professionalism and ethics are non-negotiable in the capital market, and the SEC is working with key stakeholders to promote digital literacy and adapt to technological advancements.

Key Takeaways:

  • The SEC has emphasized that professionalism and ethical conduct are non-negotiable for stockbrokers and market intermediaries in Nigeria's capital market.
  • The Director-General of the SEC, Dr. Emomotimi Agama, stressed the importance of digital literacy and adapting to technological advancements in the capital market.
  • The SEC is working closely with key stakeholders, including the Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers (CIS), to promote digital literacy and build capacity for market participants.
  • The commission is leveraging digital transformation to improve market efficiency, transparency, and investor protection through automation, risk-based supervision, and enhanced market surveillance systems.
  • The SEC has called for continuous ethics education, professional development, and stronger disciplinary frameworks to maintain trust, integrity, and investor protection in Nigeria's capital market.
  • The commission is partnering with the CIS to promote professional standards and ethical codes that define the stockbroking profession.
  • Dr. Emomotimi Agama commended the CIS for its continued partnership in upholding professional standards and ethical codes.

Statistics:

  • 29th Conference of the Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers held in Abuja

Sources:

  • Dr. Emomotimi Agama, Director-General of the SEC, quoted in the article
  • 29th Annual Conference of the Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers (CIS)