United Capital commemorates children’s day with launch of children investment fund

 

United Capital Asset Management (UCAML), a leading asset management

company and subsidiary of United Capital Group, has announced the official

launch of its latest mutual fund – The Children Investment Fund (CIF) at an

event held at the Wheatbaker Hotel, Lagos.

 

The Children Investment Fund is a naira-denominated, open-ended mutual

fund 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.

 

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.”

 

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.”

 

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.

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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