CardinalStone has reaffirmed its position as one of Nigeria’s leading financial services groups following a trio of prestigious industry recognitions at the Finance Derivative Awards and the Global Banking & Finance Awards.
The Group received the following honours:
• Best Fund Manager Nigeria 2026 – CardinalStone Asset Management
• Best Securities House Nigeria 2026 – CardinalStone Securities
• Fastest Growing Asset Management Company Nigeria 2026 – CardinalStone Asset Management
The awards recognise CardinalStone’s consistent commitment to delivering innovative investment solutions, outstanding client service, and strong investment performance across its businesses.
Commenting on the achievement, Elile Olutimayin, Executive Director, CardinalStone, said:
” True excellence is not defined by a single achievement, but by the ability to consistently deliver value over time. These recognitions reflect the discipline, expertise and integrity that underpin everything we do at CardinalStone. As we celebrate this milestone, we remain focused on raising the bar for ourselves and creating lasting value for our clients, shareholders and the markets we serve”
Over the years, CardinalStone has built a reputation for providing bespoke financial solutions across investment banking, asset management, securities trading, trusteeship, pensions, registrars, and financing. The latest accolades further underscore the Group’s growing influence within Nigeria’s financial services industry and its continued pursuit of excellence.
As the financial landscape continues to evolve, CardinalStone remains committed to helping individuals, institutions, and businesses achieve their financial aspirations through world-class advisory, investment, and wealth management solutions.
The Group dedicated the awards to its clients, partners, and employees, whose unwavering support and commitment have been instrumental to its continued success.
About CardinalStone
CardinalStone is Nigeria’s leading independent investment and multi-asset management firm, delivering integrated financial solutions across investment banking, capital markets, asset management, securities trading, trusteeship, financing, registrar services, and pensions.
With over ₦7 trillion in advised capital markets and M&A transactions, CardinalStone is one of Africa’s premier financial institutions. The Group was the first securities house to surpass ₦2 trillion in transaction value on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) and has ranked as the Exchange’s number one securities firm by value for four consecutive years (2022–2025).
CardinalStone’s leadership has been recognised through numerous industry accolades, including Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2026 for Nigeria’s Best Investment Bank for M&A and Nigeria’s Best for Capital Markets Advisory, the African Banker Awards 2026, and multiple DealMakers Africa Awards 2026.
