BY NGOZI ONYEAKUSI

Central Securities Clearing System (CSCS) Plc has been awarded the ISO/IEC

27001:2022 and ISO 22301:2019 certifications by the globally renowned Management
System Certification Body (MSECB). This recognition underscores CSCS’s steadfast
commitment to international best practices in information security management and
business continuity.
The ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification highlights CSCS’s adherence to stringent information
security measures, ensuring robust protection against data breaches and IT disruptions.
Similarly, the ISO 22301:2019 certification affirms the CSCS’s Business Continuity and
readiness to respond to unexpected incidents, minimizing disruptions and safeguarding
stakeholders’ interests.
ISO 27001 is an internationally recognised benchmark for managing information security,
ensuring robust protection against data breaches and IT disruptions. The ISO 22301 standard
is an international standard that establishes the requirements for business continuity
management systems.
Haruna Jalo-Waziri, MD/CEO of CSCS Plc stated “Achieving these certifications is a testament
to our deliberate and strategic focus on embedding a culture of excellence, resilience, and
trustworthiness in our operations. It underscores our commitment to maintaining the highest
standards of information security and business continuity in delivering value to our
stakeholders.”
These certifications position CSCS alongside leading global organizations that prioritize the
confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information systems. They further validate the
organization’s dedication to securing its clients’ trust and ensuring operational resilience.
Mr. Jalo-Waziri added “These certifications not only reinforce the trust of our clients,
stakeholders, and regulators but also validate the hard work and dedication of our team. As
Nigeria’s premier financial market infrastructure, we remain resolute in our mission to
enable market confidence through best-in-class services and practices.”
Receiving these certifications from MSECB, strengthens CSCS’s reputation as a reliable
partner and a leader in the financial market ecosystem. It assures stakeholders that CSCS’s
processes are periodically monitored to meet and exceed compliance requirements.
This achievement is a significant milestone in CSCS’s journey to consistently deliver secure,
resilient, and innovative solutions to the Nigerian capital market and beyond.
About CSCS
The Central Securities Clearing System (CSCS) is a Public Limited Company with a diversified
shareholder base, including the Nigerian Stock Exchange, some of the largest banks in
Nigeria, private equity firms, investment banks and other corporate and individual
shareholders. With over two decades of operation, serving as the Central Securities
Depository for the Nigerian Capital Market, CSCS has been pivotal to the growth and

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transformation of the capital market, including its audacious full dematerialization of share
certificates and shortening of the settlement cycle in the capital market.
CSCS serves as the Central Depository for Equities, Commercial Papers, Corporate Bonds,
Sub-National Bonds, certain Sovereign Bonds (such as the FGN Sukuk and the FGN Savings
Bond), Equity-traded Funds, Real estate Investment Trusts, Mutual funds and Commodities.
CSCS is licensed and regulated by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The
activities of CSCS are governed by the Investment and Securities Act 2007, the Companies
and Allied Matters Act 2004, and the SEC Rules.
Leveraging digital technologies, CSCS serves its participants, institutional investors, and retail
investors through varying channels.