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KOKO Business · 14 Nov 2026

NGX Chairman Urges Stockbrokers to Drive Economic Growth

KOKO Business | People, Ideas, Markets, Growth | NGX Chairman Urges Stockbrokers to Drive Economic Growth

Alhaji Umaru Kwairanga, Group Chairman of Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX Group), has called on investment professionals to convert capital mobilisation into economic prosperity. The directive was issued during the 30th Annual Stockbrokers’ Conference of the Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers (CIS) in Lagos.

The conference, themed 'From Capital Mobilised to Prosperity Realised: Financing Nigeria’s Next Era of Growth and Global Competitiveness,' highlighted the need for better implementation of economic reforms. The Chamber of Commerce advocacy centre has also expressed interest in advancing these reforms.

Kwairanga's emphasis on translating capital mobilisation into tangible economic outcomes aligns with broader efforts to enhance Nigeria's economic landscape. The focus remains on fostering growth and competitiveness through strategic financial initiatives.