Abiru: Stronger Policy-Regulator Collaboration Needed for Capital Market Growth

– Receives Nairametrics Legislative Excellence Award for financial sector advancement

– Commends stakeholders’ role in deepening investor confidence, economic growth

Sunday Aborisade in Abuja

Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Banking, Insurance and Other Financial Institutions, urged continued collaboration among policymakers, regulators, market operators and investors to strengthen Nigeria’s financial system and accelerate economic growth.

Abiru, who represents Lagos East Senatorial District, made the appeal in Lagos while accepting the Legislative Excellence Award for Financial Sector Advancement at the 2026 Nairametrics Capital Market Awards.

In a statement released by his Media Office on Sunday in Abuja, the senator said the award highlighted the importance of collective effort in building a resilient, globally competitive financial ecosystem that can attract investment, deepen investor confidence and create opportunities for Nigerians.

He added that stronger partnerships among key stakeholders are essential to advancing reforms that will improve the efficiency of Nigeria’s capital market and support long‑term economic transformation.

Abiru, a former banking executive, described the award as a reflection of the contributions of many stakeholders committed to the growth and development of the country’s financial services sector.

He reaffirmed his commitment to promoting legislative initiatives and policies that strengthen the capital market, improve financial stability and drive sustainable economic development.

The lawmaker also praised operators and regulators in the financial services industry for their continued dedication to expanding and modernising Nigeria’s capital market.

He noted that a vibrant and resilient capital market remains indispensable to achieving the country’s economic aspirations and ensuring long‑term prosperity.

The Nairametrics Capital Market Awards recognize individuals and institutions that have made significant contributions to the growth, stability and advancement of Nigeria’s capital market and the broader financial sector.