Assetium Capital Debuts, Seeks to Deepen Commodities Sector

James Emejo in Abuja

Determined to contribute to the current drive for economic diversification as well as providing value for its partners, Assetium Capital Management Limited has unveiled plans to fortify and deepen the country’s commodities market segment.

The company said it is poised to reshape and invigorate Nigeria’s dynamic commodities sector through risk minimisation and better investment returns to its clients.

Speaking at the media launch of the company in Abuja,  Chairman, Assetium Capital, Dr. Abubakar Koro Muhammad, said the company has an unwavering commitment to harness opportunities in the commodities segment amid the inherent challenges and complexities therein.

He said the company also aspires to rank among Nigeria’s top three commodities firms by 2030, while assuring valuable investment opportunities.

He said, “We are well-prepared to address these challenges and recognize that success in this sector demands not only sound strategy and expertise but also adaptability and a profound understanding of the ever-evolving dynamics of the commodities market.

“Our voyage is characterised by unwavering ambition and a steadfast commitment to elevating Nigeria’s commodities industry. Equipped with a robust strategy and a commitment to innovation, Assetium Capital Management Limited aspires to ascend to a prominent position among Nigeria’s top three commodities firms by the year 2030, promising valuable investment opportunities and the creation of substantial value.”

Chief Executive, Assetium Capital, Mr. Kunle Awoluyi, said its risk management framework aligns with national and global standards to ensure that clients remain comfortable in terms of “Our risks appetite and how we take risks with those funds.”

He said, “One of the key things for us is to make money and not to lose money. We ensure that investments with us are safe and risk-free. We also have corporate governance to ensure that there is good oversight of the organisation. We also have a risk management board that ensures that all the risks we are taking are well mitigated.”

Director, Assetium Capital Management Limited, Dr. Abimbola Osuchukwu, said commodity investment is changing the investment landscape in the country adding that the firm will play a crucial role in the development of the segment.