The upcoming event will feature a high-level dialogue on inclusive investing, headlined by Aisha Rimi, the Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC). This pivotal conversation is scheduled to take place on May 23, 2025, at the Banquet Hall of the Civic Center in Lagos, promising to be a cornerstone of the awards ceremony.
Ms. Rimi will join Dr. Emomotimi Agama, the Director General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), in shaping a crucial discourse focused on enhancing the accessibility, equity, and growth-driven nature of Nigeria's capital market. Their combined expertise and perspectives are expected to provide valuable insights into fostering a more inclusive financial ecosystem.
Since assuming leadership at the NIPC in 2023, Aisha Rimi has been instrumental in repositioning the agency as a key driver of targeted investment across sectors that have historically been underrepresented. Her strategic focus includes fintech, agritech, renewable energy, and the creative economy, with a strong emphasis on generating mass employment, promoting regional inclusion, and fostering long-term value creation for the nation.
Ms. Rimi's proactive approach has involved forging strategic partnerships with international organizations such as JETRO, UNDP, GIZ, and UNIDO. These collaborations are proving vital in unlocking both global capital and crucial technical support for Nigeria's burgeoning industries. Furthermore, her policy direction prioritizes leveraging regional strengths, encouraging the participation of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs), and bolstering overall investor confidence in the Nigerian market.
At the NCMA 2025, Aisha Rimi is anticipated to highlight key instruments and strategies that can broaden participation in the capital market. These are expected to include innovative tools such as blended finance, regulatory technology (regtech), and strategic public-private partnerships. Additionally, she is likely to underscore the indispensable role of youth entrepreneurship and the development of robust digital infrastructure in making the capital market more accessible to a wider range of participants.
Anchored by the compelling theme of "Capital Market as a Catalyst for Nigeria's Economic Transformation," the Nairametrics Capital Market Choice Awards 2025 transcends mere celebration of corporate achievements. The inaugural event is strategically designed as a platform for actively shaping the future trajectory of Nigeria's financial markets.
The first-ever Nairametrics Capital Market Choice Awards (NCMA) is scheduled to be held on the 23rd of May 2025 at the prestigious Banquet Hall of the Civic Center, located in Lagos. Hosted by Nairametrics, a leading source of financial and macroeconomic insights, NCMA marks a significant milestone for the company as it commemorates a decade of delivering critical information and analysis to the Nigerian economic landscape.
Whether you are an astute investor seeking promising opportunities, a policymaker dedicated to building a more robust regulatory environment, or an ambitious startup poised for significant growth, NCMA 2025 is positioned as an indispensable event for all stakeholders committed to the advancement and inclusivity of Nigeria's capital market.