In a bold stride toward digital innovation, First Registrars & Investor Services has redefined share registration and investor services in Nigeria. By redeveloping and seamlessly integrating its core digital products—including the Online Access Account, e Dividend, e Lodgement, e Voting, and e Share Notifier—the firm has dramatically enhanced transparency, efficiency, and customer satisfaction for over 1.6 million shareholders with shareholdings exceeding 12.5 billion naira.
The Online Access Account empowers investors with 24/7, anywhere access to manage and print their account statements, update personal information, and track dividend histories in real time. Similarly, e Dividend streamlines dividend disbursements by directly crediting shareholders’ bank accounts, eliminating cumbersome physical processes. These innovations, along with complementary solutions like e Lodgement and e Voting, are part of a comprehensive digital ecosystem that places shareholders at the forefront of service delivery.
At the heart of this transformative journey is the strategic leadership of Bayo Olugbemi, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer. Under his visionary guidance, First Registrars has navigated the challenges of a rapidly evolving digital landscape and earned both local and international accolades—being named “Best Share Registrar” in Nigeria by Capital Finance International in 2015 and 2016, and “Best Registrar in West Africa” at the West Africa Innovations Awards in 2017.
Complementing Bayo’s leadership is Aanu Obadina, who joined First Registrars in 2020 as a Senior Product Manager and was quickly promoted to Product Lead in March 2021. Aanu has been the driving force behind the redevelopment and integration of the digital suite. Leading five cross-functional agile teams, he has ensured the discovery, development, and delivery of customer-centric products with zero downtime. His relentless focus on innovation and shareholder engagement has transformed how investors interact with their accounts, empowering them with seamless, round-the-clock access to critical investment information.
Today, as Aanu spearheads the redesign and build of the First Registrars Mobile App, the combined strategic vision of Bayo Olugbemi and Aanu Obadina continues to shape a future where technology and service excellence converge. Their leadership has not only improved access and transparency for shareholders but also set a high benchmark in the industry.
Celebrating these achievements, First Registrars stands as a testament to what visionary leadership and a dedicated focus on customer value can accomplish—driving innovation that truly puts shareholders first and earning widespread recognition both locally and internationally.
