Why CIS, ABUAD partner on capital market transformation

By Peter Egwuatu

The 2026 Annual International Conference on Finance, Securities, and Investment is being hosted by the Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers in partnership with Afe Babalola University as part of a strategic initiative to strengthen collaboration between capital market stakeholders and academia.

Scheduled to hold from May 21 to May 22, 2026 at Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, the international conference, supports the Institute’s mandate from the federal government to promote financial literacy and expand awareness of investment opportunities within Nigeria’s capital market.

The hybrid event, which will begin with Virtual Pre-Conference Workshop on 20th May,
is expected to attract regulators, market operators, policymakers, academics, and investors from across Africa and beyond to examine practical solutions for strengthening African capital markets amid evolving global financial realities.
Speaking on the rationale behind the conference, the Institute’s Head of Research Committee, Dr. Ayodeji Ebo said the gathering was designed to provide a strategic platform for stakeholders to address pressing issues shaping the future of finance and investment in Africa.

“The conference is organised to stimulate constructive engagement on how African capital markets can become more resilient, innovative, inclusive, and sustainable in supporting economic transformation across the continent. It is also an opportunity for regulators, operators, academics, and investors to collaborate on practical solutions that will strengthen market confidence and unlock long-term growth.”, Ebo said.

Themed “Capital Markets, Sustainable Finance and Economic Transformation in Africa,” the conference will focus on how transparent and efficient financial markets can support inclusive development while responding to emerging global challenges.
Organisers said discussions will also examine the growing relevance of sustainable and green finance, especially in addressing climate-related risks and funding development priorities in emerging economies. Participants are expected to explore how environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles can be better integrated into Africa’s financial systems.

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