WorldStage Newsonline– The United Capital Asset Management (UCAML), a subsidiary of United Capital Group, has launched its latest mutual fund “The Children Investment Fund”.
This is to shape the financial future of the next generation and to boost financial literacy.
The Children Investment Fund is a naira-denominated, open-ended mutual fund designed to provide Nigerian families with access to long-term investment opportunities.
The opportunities are tailored to key milestones in a child’s life, such as education, health care, and future capital needs.
Mr Peter Ashade, Group Chief Executive Officer of United Capital Plc, at the official launch on Monday described the product as a deliberate response to the need for increased retail participation in the capital markets and the promotion of early financial literacy.
Ashade said these were critical pillars in Nigeria’s journey towards a one trillion economy.
He said the fund would empower parents and guardians to build lasting financial security for their children by offering a disciplined, professionally managed investment vehicle.
Ashade 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 N1 trillion in assets under management (AUM) and over N500 billion in mutual funds, 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,” he said.
Ashade noted that the group over the last three years, had developed and launched five innovative mutual fund products in the Nigerian Capital market thereby increasing the total number of mutual funds from seven to 11.
Also, Dr Odiri Oginni, Chief Executive Officer 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 and guardians prepare financially for the future of their children or 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 health care, or special needs, this fund provides a structured and disciplined way to start early and grow steadily,” she said.
According to Oginni, 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,” she said.
Oginni, however, added that the fund would be invested in three asset classes to hedge against inflation, namely money market instruments, equities and fixed income securities.
