Dr. Emomotimi John Agama is the Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Nigeria, the country’s apex regulatory institution for the capital market. A distinguished economist and financial analyst, he brings over three decades of expertise in capital market development, financial regulation, and economic strategy.

Before his appointment in April 2024, Dr. Agama served as Managing Director of the Nigeria Capital Market Institute (NCMI), where he spearheaded transformative educational programs across Nigeria and Africa. At the SEC, he has held pivotal roles — including Head of Market Infrastructure & Innovation — shaping reforms, deepening financial markets, and driving policy innovation.

Dr. Agama holds a PhD in Economics (Nile University of Nigeria), an executive certificate from George Washington University (USA), and dual M.Sc. degrees in Economics and Banking & Finance. He is a Fellow of CIMA (UK) and the Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers, and under his leadership, the SEC is championing digital transformation, youth inclusion, investor protection, and innovation-driven growth. His vision is clear: a transparent, inclusive, and globally competitive capital market as a foundation for Nigeria’s sustainable development.