NGX Group Reaffirms Commitment to Gender Equality in Markets

• Nigerian Exchange Group reiterates commitment to gender equality
• Emphasized the significance of women's engagement in the capital market ecosystem
• Emphasized that empowering women will result in stronger markets and increased economic resilience

The Nigerian Exchange Group has reaffirmed its commitment to gender equity and women's participation in the capital markets, recognising that empowering women is vital to fostering robust capital markets and creating a resilient economy.

To commemorate International Women's Day in 2026 through the global "Ring the Bell for Gender Equality" initiative, the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX) in conjunction with Central Securities Clearing System Plc (CSCS) and Women in Management, Business and Public Service (WIMBIZ) brought together leaders from the public and private sectors.

The event was also timely as it coincided with the UN Women theme of "Rights, Justice, Action: For All Women and Girls" and served to call for individuals and governments to take sustained action to uphold gender equality and increase women's participation in economic leadership.

Held at the Nigerian Exchange's Closing Gong Ceremony, participating organisations raised their voices and rang the bell in recognition of the movement, pledging to take continued action towards gender equity.

Temi Popoola, Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of NGX Group, expressed how critical capital markets must be in creating inclusive economic growth.

"Capital markets are engines of economic transformation. Markets become stronger, deeper, and more resilient when women actively and fully participate as leaders; entrepreneurs; and investors. At NGX Group, we are committed to creating policies, partnerships, and platforms that will create more opportunities for women and accelerate inclusive prosperity," stated Temi.