UBA Global Investor Services
The GIS group is backed by the full sovereignty and credit of UBA Plc. and acts as Custodian to a full range of financial (equity and debt) instruments through its nominee UBA Nominee Limited.
About GIS
Established in September 2007, the GIS group handles securities trading, asset safekeeping, and portfolio services for UBA Plc through UBA Nominee Limited. It is regulated by the Securities & Exchange Commission (for Custody and Securities Lending) and the Central Bank of Nigeria (for money markets and fixed income). GIS also holds a sub-regional license to operate in eight francophone countries, including Niger, Mali, and Senegal.
Our Services
We work with a number of leading financial institutions – the best in the business with a growing number of clients. Our clients are our partners and our priority.
Safe Custody
We work with a number of leading financial institutions – the best in the business with a growing number of clients. Our clients are our partners and our priority.
Securities Verification and Settlement
We handle all aspects of securities and cash transaction settlements for your investments. Our Delivery versus Payment (DVP) custodial account allows you to choose from a variety of stockbrokers.
Asset Registration
Asset holdings of clients are duly registered at the CSCS, we ensure that all asset holdings of our clients are duly registered and reflected in an omnibus account within the CSCS according to the rules and procedures.
Corporate Actions
Ensure clients are aware of all meetings (AGM’s, EGM’s) and clients’ voting instructions are executed correctly and on time.
Portfolio Valuation
We have an up to date technology that does valuation of clients’ holdings on a daily basis with the current market price and send valuation report as requested by the client.
Cash Management Services
Consolidation, sweeping and automatic investment of income/proceeds in line with set terms/client instructions.
Client Reporting – Cash/Securities
Client Reporting – Cash/Securities
Income Collection & Distribution
Consolidation, sweeping and automatic investment of income/proceeds in line with set terms/client instructions.
Euroclear Account Services
Our Euroclear Securities Clearance and Settlement services allow us to clear and settle transactions with counterparties via Euroclear in a large range of internationally traded securities.
Back Office Administration
GIS provides comprehensive back-office administration, including verifying, matching, authorizing, and settling your transactions. This is done in full compliance with Service Level Agreements established with clients.
Taxation Services
Our Taxation Services offer support for managing tax obligations, including filings, advisory, and audits, ensuring compliance with regulations while minimizing risks.
Custom Service
Have a custom service you feel is within our expertise? Feel free to reach to us. We would be glad to help.
Our Clientele
We provide excellent services to a number of leading financial and non-financial institutions across all our regions. Our clients include:
Banks
Collective Investment Schemes
Fund/Asset Managers
Global Custodians & Deposit Banks
Trustees
HNIs and other Institutional investors
Insurance Companies
HNIs and other Institutional investors
UBA Global Investor Services Management Team
The Global Investor Services team comprises, Business Development & Relationship Management, Client Services, Custody Operations and Corporate Actions. The team is collectively responsible for the long-term success of the Division by providing entrepreneurial leadership with a framework of prudent and effective controls.
