Matthew Asabor
Lagos — The Securities and Exchange Commission has disclosed that, following the federal government partial easing of the lockdown measures introduced to minimize the spread of COVID-19 across the country, it has resumed operation in its head office in Abuja.
In a circular released by the Commission, it assured investors of their safety within its premises and continued protection of their investment in the capital market, thereby urging them on the need to disclose the effect of COVID-19 on their businesses.
The circular revealed that, in accordance with the various guidelines issued by relevant authorities, SEC office will be open to members of the public between 10am and 1pm on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
The Commission plea with stakeholders to use the various e-channels to communicate and interact with them, adding that physical visits should only be a last option.
All capital market stakeholders are advised to continue to adhere to the safety guidelines issued by the NCDC and other relevant agencies on Covid-19, together we will overcome this pandemic, SEC said.