Ebenezer Onyeagwu, CEO of Zenith Bank, has been made an associate member of the Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers.
Trust News Africa gathered that the President of CIS, Oluropo Dada, encouraged Onyeagwu to join some committees within the institute to leverage his extensive experience to advance the stockbroking profession in Nigeria.
Dada commended Onyeagwu for passing the institute’s professional examination in flying colours, despite his tight schedule.
He added that Onyeagwu’s successful completion of a practical internship showcased his competence as an investment analyst and his trustworthy character.
He reiterated the importance of integrity in stockbroking, aligning it with the principle of “My word is my bond,” and advised Onyeagwu to uphold that standard in his new role.
Responding, Onyeagwu expressed gratitude to the institute, noting the untapped potential within the Nigerian capital market and the need for collaborative efforts to enhance market depth and promote financial literacy.
“I commit to upholding professional ethics. Many chances exist in the Nigerian capital market that are just waiting to be taken advantage of, he said.
