In a bid to deepen financial inclusion and democratize access to investment opportunities, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, led a vibrant capital market enlightenment campaign to the bustling Garki Old Market and International Market in Abuja.
The campaign, which brought the message of the capital market directly to everyday Nigerians, was spearheaded by the Director General of SEC, Dr. Emomotimi Agama, alongside the Executive Commissioner for Corporate Services, Mrs. Samiya Hassan.
Bringing Wall Street to the Marketplace
Addressing hundreds of traders and shoppers, Dr. Agama emphasized the importance of market participation as a tool for wealth creation, job generation, and long-term economic empowerment. “We are here to let you know that the capital market is not just for the elite or the educated,” he said. “Whether you are a trader, artisan, or student, the Nigerian capital market is open to you.”
He urged the market community to explore safe, regulated investment channels and warned against patronizing unregistered fund managers or falling for get-rich-quick schemes. According to the DG, “Financial literacy is the first step to financial freedom.”
Connecting the People to Capital Market Opportunities
Mrs. Samiya Hassan, speaking to small business owners, highlighted the Commission’s ongoing efforts to build inclusive policies that cater to informal sector participants, especially women and youth. She noted that capital market education is now a national priority under SEC’s agenda to support President Bola Tinubu’s economic inclusion goals.
“We believe that every Nigerian deserves access to information that helps them grow their income, protect their wealth, and plan for the future,” she said. “That’s why we are taking this message beyond boardrooms—into the streets, markets, and communities.”
Feedback and Future Engagements
The traders applauded the Commission’s outreach efforts, asking questions about mutual funds, savings bonds, and SME financing through the market. The SEC team responded with practical guidance and shared contact points for further support.
The campaign is part of a wider grassroots investor education initiative by the SEC to bridge the knowledge gap and bring market confidence to the doorstep of every Nigerian, regardless of location or literacy level.
As the capital market regulator continues its “Capital Market for All” drive, the successful Abuja market engagement signals a fresh era where the nation’s economic future is built not just in towers of finance, but also in open markets, local stalls, and grassroots networks.
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