RMB Nigeria Asset Management Clinches ‘Fastest Growing Asset Manager of the Year’ at Prestigious 2025 BAFI Awards

RMB Nigeria Asset Management Limited, the wealth and asset investment management arm of the FirstRand Group, has been honoured as the Fastest Growing Asset Manager of the Year at the highly coveted 2025 Banks and Other Financial Institutions (BAFI) Awards, organized by BusinessDay Media.

The award, announced on Thursday, recognizes the firm’s significant growth trajectory and its innovative approach to delivering value in Nigeria’s increasingly competitive financial market. It underscores the company’s success in curating effective investment solutions despite the dynamic economic environment.

Speaking on the recognition, the Managing Director of RMB Nigeria Asset Management, Kike Mesubi, expressed delight and commitment to upholding the high standards of excellence.

“Since inception, RMB Nigeria Asset Management has delivered superior and consistent performance, curating innovative, client-centric products and services,” Mesubi stated. “We leverage our deep market expertise and the strength of the FirstRand Group to remain the trusted partner for investment management.”

Mesubi further noted that the company’s strong showing at the BAFI Awards is built on core principles of trust, insight, and partnership. The past year saw the firm successfully expand its product offerings, deepen client relationships, and maintain a steadfast focus on transparency and long-term value creation.

Industry analysts suggest the recognition firmly establishes RMB Nigeria Asset Management’s position as a leading growth-focused player in the country’s financial services sector, with its success being a direct result of its strategic affiliation with Rand Merchant Bank Nigeria and the globally respected FirstRand Group.