Key Takeaways
- • DLM Asset Management Limited recorded a 269 per cent increase in funds under management as at September 2026, according to the rating assessment.
- • Intelligence Africa awarded DLM an 'a.AMA' asset management assessment rating under its Asset Management Framework.
- • The report cited significant improvements in cash generation and short-term liquidity during the nine months to September 2026.
- • DLM's Money Market Fund ranked first among money market funds between January and July 2026, per Nairametrics as cited by the company.
- • Managing Director Kelechi Eke said the firm continues to prioritise governance, risk management and client-focused investment solutions.
Summary
DLM Asset Management Limited has recorded a 269 per cent increase in funds under management as at September 2026, earning an 'a.AMA' asset management assessment rating from Intelligence Africa. The rating reflects the company's expanding presence in Nigeria's asset management industry, supported by a growing client base and increased market penetration. According to Intelligence Africa's assessment report, DLM has built a sizeable position in the industry, driven by rapid growth in funds under management.
The assessment report also noted significant improvements in the company's cash generation and short-term liquidity during the nine months to September 2026. The evaluation was conducted under Intelligence Africa's Asset Management Framework, which assesses the institutional strength and operational effectiveness of asset management firms.
Commenting on the rating, Managing Director Kelechi Eke said the recognition reflected the company's efforts to build a resilient and competitive institution. He said the firm had continued to strengthen its investment processes, governance structures, risk management and service delivery while pursuing sustainable growth. Eke added that the company remained committed to transparency, accountability and a client-focused approach.
DLM, a member of DLM Capital Group, is licensed by the Securities and Exchange Commission as a fund and portfolio manager and investment adviser. The company said its Money Market Fund ranked first among money market funds between January and July 2026, according to Nairametrics. DLM said it will continue to prioritise sound governance, operational efficiency and investment solutions tailored to individual and institutional investors.
The assessment report also noted significant improvements in the company's cash generation and short-term liquidity during the nine months to September 2026. The evaluation was conducted under Intelligence Africa's Asset Management Framework, which assesses the institutional strength and operational effectiveness of asset management firms.
Commenting on the rating, Managing Director Kelechi Eke said the recognition reflected the company's efforts to build a resilient and competitive institution. He said the firm had continued to strengthen its investment processes, governance structures, risk management and service delivery while pursuing sustainable growth. Eke added that the company remained committed to transparency, accountability and a client-focused approach.
DLM, a member of DLM Capital Group, is licensed by the Securities and Exchange Commission as a fund and portfolio manager and investment adviser. The company said its Money Market Fund ranked first among money market funds between January and July 2026, according to Nairametrics. DLM said it will continue to prioritise sound governance, operational efficiency and investment solutions tailored to individual and institutional investors.
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