Unclaimed Dividends and Other Shareholder Nightmares — What You Should Know

In this episode of the Coronation Registrars Podcast Series,Chiamaka Ugo-Obidike, Chief Client Officer at Coronation Registrars, joins Doris Umoh for a candid conversation about the real issues shareholders face, from unclaimed dividends to broader frustrations around access and transparency.Together, they dive into the root causes, the ripple effects on investor confidence, and how digital platforms like ShareholderLive are changing the game.This episode highlights real-world challenges in verifying ownership amid name variations, dormant accounts, and probate, the essential role of fiduciary responsibility in payments, how education campaigns, proactive communications, and self-service reduce physical visits and speed up resolution and the value of an ecosystem-wide effort among registrars, banks, brokers, and regulators to restore market confidence.By simplifying access, restoring trust, and encouraging broader participation in Nigeria’s capital markets, Coronation Registrars is helping investors take back control.