Securities and Exchange Commission Nigeria (SEC)

Financial Consumer Protection in Nigeria: Legal Remedies for Victims of Unregulated Financial Schemes

The rise of unregulated financial schemes in Nigeria has exposed many consumers to significant financial losses, fraud, and exploitation. This article examines the legal and regulatory framework for financial consumer protection, the remedies available to victims, and the challenges that hinder effective redress. It also highlights the role of regulatory and law enforcement agencies in combating illegal financial activities and strengthening consumer confidence in the financial system.

Assessing the Revised Minimum Capital Requirements for Capital Market Operators under SEC Circular No. 26-1

On 16 January 2026, the Securities and Exchange Commission Nigeria (SEC) issued Circular No. 26-1, revising the minimum capital (MC) requirements applicable to all categories of regulated capital market entities. The Circular aims to strengthen market resilience, enhance investor protection, align capital adequacy requirements with the evolving risk profile of market activities, and ensure that regulated entities maintain sufficient financial capacity to discharge their obligations on a sustainable basis.

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