Yemisi Izuora
Stanbic IBTC Asset Management, a subsidiary of Stanbic IBTC Holdings, has been named Nigeria’s ‘Asset Management Company of the Year 2025’ by the Global Banking & Finance Awards. This honour recognises the company’s continued innovation and excellence in providing investment solutions that help Nigerians build and preserve wealth.
As a market leader in the asset management industry, Stanbic IBTC manages over 45% of the industry’s Assets under Management (AuM), reflecting its strong reputation, expertise, and trust among investors. This leadership position underscores its dedication to building a financially informed and confident investor base while continuously driving industry growth and innovation.
Commenting on the recognition, Busola Jejelowo, Chief Executive, Stanbic IBTC Asset Management, expressed delight at the award, noting that it reflects the company’s active strategy to help Nigerians make informed investment decisions, while appreciating their clients for the trust they have in the company. She said “We are truly honoured to receive this recognition, which reflects the dedication and hard work of our entire team. Most importantly, I want to sincerely thank our clients for their trust and unwavering commitment to our company. It is your confidence in us that motivates us to maintain the highest standards of excellence and to continually innovate in serving your investment needs”.
Busola added, “Stanbic IBTC Asset Management’s purpose will remain to empower individuals and businesses to grow their wealth sustainably. Stanbic IBTC Asset Management is committed to empowering its clients through its BluNest platform that provides a wide range of mutual funds tailored to suit various investment goals, risk appetites and age groups. We are also well positioned to empower the youths with financial knowledge through our signature Beyond Dreams initiative, which actively engages audiences across various social media platforms by sharing educational content, tips, and insights through storytelling, to foster financial literacy and responsible investing.”
The recognition adds to a growing list of accolades for Stanbic IBTC Asset Management. In recent years, the firm has been honoured by several reputable bodies, including the Global Banking & Finance Review and the International Finance Awards, for its performance, innovation, and leadership in the asset management space. These consistent wins underline the company’s culture of excellence and its reputation for integrity, transparency, and investor-first focus.
Also reflecting on the win, Chukwuma Nwokocha, Chief Executive, Stanbic IBTC Holdings noted that, “Our Asset Management business continues to raise the bar for investment excellence in Nigeria. This award reinforces the Group’s long-standing commitment to helping individuals and institutions achieve sustainable wealth creation. Stanbic IBTC remains fully invested in the financial success of Nigerians.”
The Global Banking & Finance Awards, established in 2011, celebrates outstanding achievements within the financial services industry; recognising institutions that demonstrate innovation, progressive leadership, and measurable impact on their markets.
As one of Nigeria’s most experienced fund managers, Stanbic IBTC Asset Management continues to deepen financial inclusion by providing products that serve diverse investor needs from conservative savers to growth-focused professionals and corporates seeking sophisticated investment solutions.