Firm debuts as SEC-licensed investment bank

Nigeria’s financial sector has welcomed a new entrant with the launch of STL Capital & Advisory Limited, a full-service investment bank licensed by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Although newly incorporated, STL Capital & Advisory draws on the experience and track record of its affiliates, STL Trustees Limited and STL Asset Management Limited, both […]

Nigeria’s financial sector has welcomed a new entrant with the launch of STL Capital & Advisory Limited, a full-service investment bank licensed by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

Although newly incorporated, STL Capital & Advisory draws on the experience and track record of its affiliates, STL Trustees Limited and STL Asset Management Limited, both established operators in the Nigerian capital market. Together, they bring more than three decades of industry presence to the group.

The company said its establishment reflects both market opportunity and strategic timing, as businesses and public institutions in Nigeria increasingly require professional support in areas such as capital raising, restructuring, acquisitions and public-private partnerships.

STL Capital & Advisory’s core services span corporate finance, financial advisory, mergers and acquisitions, and public sector advisory, with a focus on providing solutions tailored to the country’s evolving business climate and regulatory landscape.

According to the firm, its model is built around sustainable value creation, prioritising long-term impact in engagements ranging from infrastructure financing with government agencies to growth transitions for private enterprises.

“The launch of STL Capital & Advisory underscores our commitment to depth, discipline and integrity in financial services,” the company said, noting that it intends to position itself not just as a service provider but as a partner to businesses and institutions navigating complex financial decisions.

Industry analysts say STL’s entry broadens the pool of indigenous investment banks at a time when Nigeria’s financial architecture is experiencing rapid shifts, with demand for credible and experienced advisory services on the rise.

With SEC approval secured, the firm has now commenced operations, aiming to consolidate its position as a trusted partner in Nigeria’s capital market.