Re-election as AMERC vice-chair positions Nigeria at the heart of global capital market decision-making…..
Nigeria is set to deepen its influence in global financial regulation following the re-election of Emomotimi Agama as vice-chair of the Africa/Middle East Regional Committee (AMERC) of the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO).
The Securities and Exchange Commission confirmed on Tuesday that Agama will serve a second term spanning 2026 to 2028, extending his tenure in a role that places Nigeria at the centre of global capital market regulation.
Agama was first elected into the position in August 2025, and his re-election is being seen as a strong endorsement of Nigeria’s growing relevance within the African and Middle Eastern financial landscape.
According to the SEC, the renewed mandate reflects increasing confidence among international regulators in Nigeria’s leadership, as well as the country’s progress in strengthening its capital market framework.
The commission noted that retaining the vice-chair position ensures Nigeria maintains a seat on the IOSCO board the organisation’s highest decision-making body where critical policies shaping global securities markets are formulated.
This strategic position gives Nigeria a direct voice in discussions that influence international regulatory standards, market operations, and investor protections across jurisdictions.
Reacting to his re-election, Agama described the development as an opportunity to further advance Nigeria’s role in global financial governance.
He emphasised that the position would enhance the country’s participation in key regulatory conversations, particularly in areas such as cross-border enforcement, market integrity, and investor protection.
“Beyond representation, this strengthens Nigeria’s ability to contribute meaningfully to global regulatory dialogue,” he said, adding that it would also improve collaboration with other countries on tackling illicit financial flows and improving supervisory systems.
Agama further noted that the role aligns with ongoing efforts to bring Nigeria’s capital market in line with international best practices, an important step toward boosting investor confidence and attracting greater foreign participation.
The SEC also highlighted that the re-election reinforces Nigeria’s standing in both regional and global financial systems, positioning the country as a key player in shaping the future of capital markets.
Established in 1983, IOSCO remains the leading global standard-setter for securities regulation, with members overseeing more than 95 percent of the world’s securities markets across over 100 jurisdictions.
With Agama’s continued presence in its leadership structure, Nigeria is expected to play an even more prominent role in driving reforms aimed at building a more transparent, resilient, and globally competitive financial market ecosystem.
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