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United Capital Asset Management Ltd., a subsidiary of United Capital Plc, has launched a Children’s Investment Fund, opening for subscription this Wednesday, 28th May 2025.
The Children Investment Fund is a naira-denominated, and designed to provide Nigerian families with access to long-term investment opportunities tailored to key milestones in a child’s life such as education, healthcare, and future capital needs. By offering a disciplined, professionally managed investment vehicle, the fund empowers parents and guardians to build lasting financial security for their children.
According to the investment summary, the fund which is an Open-ended Fund, has a targeted fund size of N1,000,000,000.00, with Initial Public Offer of 5,000,000 Units of N1.00 each at par in the Fund.
Addressing market stakeholders and the financial press at the milestone launch, Dr. Odiri Oginni, Managing Director/CEO of United Capital Asset Management, highlighted the importance of starting early when it comes to building wealth for the next generation.
“The Children Investment Fund was created to help parents/guardians
prepare financially for the future of their children/wards. We believe that every child deserves a good financial head start, and this fund is our contribution to building that foundation for the next generation. Whether it’s for education, or
healthcare, or special needs, this fund provides a structured and disciplined way to start early and grow steadily.”
Among the benefits of the fund are capital appreciation, competitive returns, professional management, annual dividends, and flexible access.
With the launch of the Children Investment Fund, UCAML now manages a portfolio of 10 open-ended mutual funds, making it the second-largest mutual fund provider in Nigeria. The company offers a broad spectrum of investment options tailored to meet varying financial goals and risk appetites including low-risk income funds, equity-focused funds, dollar-denominated funds, and funds dedicated to ethical and impact-driven investing.
Peter Ashade, Group CEO of United Capital Plc, reinforced the strategic
alignment of the new fund with the Group’s broader objectives around
financial inclusion, intergenerational wealth creation and long-term impact.
“This is more than the launch of a new product, it is a reaffirmation of our commitment to creating inclusive financial solutions that enable wealth creation for all. As a group, our mission is to shape a more financially inclusive
and economically resilient Nigeria, and we believe that empowering the next generation through early financial planning is a critical part of that journey. When we invest in children today, we are investing in the economic strength of tomorrow.”
“Is a reflection of our continued commitment as a group to provide innovative, relevant, and sustainable financial solutions to the evolving needs of our clients and support our national development aspiration. Today, we do not merely launch a new financial product. we Unveils a vision- a vision for the future of our children, for the prosperity Nigeria families, and for the economic destiny of our nation.
“At United Capital group, we are driven by a clear and consistent mandate to enable individuals, families, institutions, and government build, manage, and transfer wealth across generations. Every initiative we champion, every product we introduce, is designed to fulfill this purpose.
With over ₦1 trillion in assets under management and over N500 billion in mutual funds AUM, United Capital Asset Management is undoubtedly an industry leader.
This leadership is underpinned by strategic product innovation,
expert fund management, and a clear focus on delivering superior value to its clients. The Children Investment Fund is built on the same foundation and is
well-positioned to follow the performance trajectory of UCAML’s existing funds, which have consistently outperformed market benchmarks.
Editors Note:
About United Capital Group United Capital Group is a leading pan-African financial services institution offering a comprehensive suite of solutions, including Investment Banking, Asset Management, Trusteeship, Securities Trading, Wealth Management, Consumer Finance, and Microfinance Banking. With operations across Nigeria, Ghana, and Côte d’Ivoire, the Group is committed to transforming Africa’s financial landscape through innovation, technology, and client-focused solutions.
United Capital Group has received numerous local and international awards for its commitment to excellence, including its recognition by the Financial Times as one of Africa’s fastest growing companies for four consecutive years.
United Capital is regulated by the Securities and exchange Commission (SEC) and is listed on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX).
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From Left to Right: Leo Okafor, Group Company Secretary; Sam Nwanze, Non-Executive Director; Peter Ashade, Group Chief Executive Officer; Dr. Odiri Oginni (CFA), MD/CEO – United Capital Asset Management; Ayodeji Adigun, Executive Director/Group Chief Operating Officer.
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From Left to Right: Peter Ashade, Group Chief Executive Officer; Dr. Odiri Oginni (CFA), MD/CEO – United Capital Asset Management; Philip Ndunuka, Head, Portfolio Management.
