Judges critical in implementing investments and securities Act — SEC

The Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission ((SEC), Dr. Emomotimi Agama has called on the Judiciary to partner with the Commission on the implementation of the recently enacted Investment and Securities Act (ISA 2025). The DG made the remarks in Abuja on Monday at the opening ceremony of the 2025 Capacity building interactive workshop […]

The Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission ((SEC), Dr. Emomotimi Agama has called on the Judiciary to partner with the Commission on the implementation of the recently enacted Investment and Securities Act (ISA 2025).

The DG made the remarks in Abuja on Monday at the opening ceremony of the 2025 Capacity building interactive workshop for judges with the theme: “Repositioning the Nigerian Capital Market for National and Economic Transformation through Effective Dispute Resolution.”

He said, “The ISA 2025 is a legal milestone and a reform that ushers in a new era for our capital market as it is a bold step toward fostering a more transparent, efficient, resilient and secure investment climate.

“The diligent efforts of the Executive and Legislative arms in ensuring the seamless passage of this Act reflect a shared commitment to economic growth, financial stability and sustainable development.

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“The Act serves as a beacon for further economic reforms that will attract investments, empower businesses and create lasting opportunities for all Nigerians which is why the workshop is part of the Commission’s objective of engaging the Judiciary in all aspects of capital market operations especially on the specialized law, regulations and ethics upon which market integrity heavily relies on.”

“The Workshop is part of the firm commitment of SEC to a deeper engagement with all stakeholders, ensuring that the provisions of the ISA 2025 are widely disseminated, discussed and fully understood, in order to achieve our goals in restoring investors confidence,” he said.

The SEC DG added that “The ISA 2025 introduces key reforms to enhance market transparency and investor protection and our Courts play a pivotal role in resolving complex disputes, from insider trading to securities fraud and as judges, your interpretations of these provisions will set legal precedents that will shape market behaviour for decades.”

Also speaking, the Vice President of Nigeria Kashim Shettima who was represented by the Special Adviser to the President on Economic Matters, Tope Fasua noted that judges’ pronouncements on capital market issues have far-reaching implications as they shape market behavior, set precedents, and directly influence investor perception.

 

 

 

“A well-reasoned, timely, and technically sound judgment can send a strong positive signal to the market, enhancing confidence and attracting capital.Conversely, delays, inconsistencies, or a lack of specialized understanding can inadvertently create systemic risks and deter investment.

 

 

 

Earlier in her remarks, the Chief Justice of the Federation, Hon. Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun stated that the recent enactment of the Investments and Securities Act, 2025, is a welcome development.