The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has reiterated its commitment to enhancing the nation’s capital market by promoting investor education, enforcing protective regulations against fraud, and encouraging responsible investment practices.
The Commission gave this assurance to the investing public on Wednesday as part of the activities lined up by it during the ongoing 7th edition of the World Investor Week (WIW) being coordinated by the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO).
According to the capital market regulator, the global financial sector is increasingly embracing environmental sustainability. Retail investors, therefore, are opting to invest in ways that benefit the environment and this trend is expected to gain more momentum in the future.
The extensive discussions surrounding the advantages, challenges, and regulatory recommendations associated with sustainable investments have contributed to this shift.
The commission also hinted that it was collaborating with the Financial Literacy Technical Committee (FLTC).
The World Investor Week is a global initiative of the IOSCO established to raise financial literacy among the general public.
The week-long campaign for this year focuses on the theme “Investor Resilience, Crypto Assets, and Sustainable Finance” which the IOSCO Board has given top priority, considering the prevailing global market conditions.
To commemorate the Week, the SEC is hosting a webinar titled “Crypto Assets in the Context of Investor Education and Protection” in collaboration with some stakeholders.
The webinar will feature investment experts sharing insights on crypto assets, investor protection, and public policy implications while examining the potential pitfalls for Nigeria.
