Meristem Registrars and Probate Services Limited, an arm of Meristem Securities has launched an E-Hub, a digital transformation platform that simplifies access, brings convenience and participation in the capital market.
The Company weekend unveiled the ‘Attend by Meristem’ and MerryConnect which are geared at enhancing shareholders participation at Annual General Meetings(AGMs) of Companies as well as self-service platforms for all registrar activities.
Afeez Ramoni, head, Data and Digital Innovation, Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX Group) speaking at the unveiling with the theme ‘Digital First: Empowering the Future’ emphasised the critical role of technology in deepening penetration and stability in the capital market.
While commending Meristem Registrars for their technological innovations in driving activities in the market, he said connecting people is essential to capital formation.
“Today’s investors expect real-time experiences; innovation must deliver speed, trust, and service.”
“To grow the market, we must enrich and standardise data, ensure ease of access, and foster strong alignment between regulators and operators, this is what technology enables, he said.
Mubo Olasoko, managing director/CEO, Meristem Registrars in her remarks, said, for us as a company, we’ve always believed that anything that can be done electronically or through automation should never be done manually. That’s why we continuously review our processes to innovate and automate, and it’s what led to the launch of this e-hub.
“With four automated registrar services, the e-hub eliminates paperwork and manual effort, easing transactions for shareholders and client companies alike. We’re proud to be pacesetters, charting the path for others to follow in the market.”
“When everyone in the ecosystem embraces innovation and convenience, the market becomes more efficient. Investors want simplicity, they want to transact from the comfort of their homes, not travel around chasing paperwork.”
Nkechinyele Okoye, chief operating officer, Meristem Registrars said the launch of the e-hub is to deliver convenience and ease to shareholders and investors. “With our self-service portal, shareholders can access investment information from anywhere without visiting the office with transparency and control at their fingertips.”
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“The e-hub includes a 24/7 live chat, real-time access to share registers, E-AGM participation from any location, and seamless KYC updates. Whether you are a shareholder, company secretary, or custodian, everything you need is now just a click away.”
According to Okoye, “What builds and maintains confidence in any relationship especially investing is transparency. The Meristem e-hub delivers that transparency, and with it, we expect to see increased trust, greater participation, and a more vibrant capital market.”Dotun Oloyomi, head of IT, Meristem Security System said said, “We observed serious security concerns in identifying shareholders at AGMs, often, we didn’t know who was who. At the same time, many shareholders couldn’t attend due to distance, schedule conflicts, or a belief that their votes wouldn’t count.”
“These challenges led to the creation of ‘Attend by Meristem, a secure, data-protected platform that allows shareholders to join AGMs virtually from anywhere, participate fully, and vote confidently on key decisions.”
“This innovation will boost confidence in the capital market. When shareholders see that their voices truly count, more will participate actively, invest more, and engage meaningfully in AGMs.
Lucky Esume, IT manager of the Meristem Registrars said the program unveiled has been in the plan, and we are proud to see it launched, assuring that it will not only support the market but also contribute meaningfully to the broader economy.
“MaryConnect allows shareholders, whether in Nigeria or abroad to view their shares and returns in real time. This kind of accessibility builds trust, especially among diaspora investors and Gen Z’s, who demand transparency and immediacy in their investments, Esume said.
“With real-time access to share records from any device, investor confidence is growing. No more lost certificates or forgotten shareholdings, everything is at your fingertips and is helping expand participation and drive economic growth.”
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