CUSTODIAN INVESTMENT PLC

Custodian Investment Plc, a prominent Nigerian conglomerate, traces its origins back to its incorporation in 1991 as Accident and General Insurance Company Limited. The company began full operations in 1995 as Custodian and Allied Insurance Limited, initially focusing on non-life insurance business. Over the years, through organic growth, mergers, and acquisitions, it strategically transformed into an investment holding company, officially adopting the name Custodian Investment Plc in 2018 to reflect its diversified portfolio and strategic vision. Headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria, with a significant operational footprint including regional offices in Abuja and Port Harcourt, the company primarily serves the Nigerian market. As an investment holding company, Custodian Investment Plc maintains substantial interests across various profitable business verticals within the financial services sector. Its core business model revolves around providing a comprehensive suite of products and services through its reputable subsidiaries. These offerings encompass general insurance, life assurance, pension fund administration, trusteeship, property development and management, and financial services like stockbroking. Key subsidiaries include Custodian and Allied Insurance Limited, providing diverse non-life insurance products; Custodian Life Assurance Limited, focusing on life insurance and investment-oriented products; CrusaderSterling Pensions Limited, a leading pension fund administrator; Custodian Trustees Limited, offering specialized trusteeship services; UPDC Plc and UPDC Facilities Management Limited, engaged in real estate development and facilities management; and Interstate Securities Limited, a capital market entity providing brokerage and issuing house services. The group also holds interests in hospitality through UPDC Festival Hotel Ltd.