Complete Guide to Dematerializing Share Certificates & Claiming Unclaimed Dividends in Nigeria (2026 Edition)

Tired of old physical share certificates gathering dust? Worried about missing out on years of unclaimed dividends sitting with registrars?

This **comprehensive, step-by-step PDF guide** is your complete solution to safely move your shares into the modern electronic system and recover every kobo of long-outstanding dividends — quickly and correctly.

### What You'll Learn Inside:

- How to **dematerialize** your physical share certificates through a licensed stockbroker or registrar (full process explained with required documents).

- How to open a CSCS account and get your unique Clearing House Number (CHN).

- Easy ways to search and **claim unclaimed dividends** via the official SEC portal and e-Dividend mandate forms.

- What to do if your certificates are lost or misplaced.

- Pro tips to avoid delays, scams, and common mistakes.

- Full list of useful links, contacts, and registrars in Nigeria.

Whether you hold shares in multiple companies or have dividends outstanding for many years, this guide simplifies everything so you can protect your investments and get your money working for you again.

### Why This Guide is a Must-Have:

- Updated for 2026 with current SEC, CSCS, and NGX processes.

- Clear, beginner-friendly steps — no jargon, no confusion.

- Saves you time, stress, and potential losses from obsolete paper certificates.

- Once done, future dividends flow directly into your bank account.

**Perfect for:**

Nigerian investors with old share certificates, anyone with unclaimed dividends, estate administrators, and busy professionals who want to secure their capital market investments.

**Format:** Instant PDF download (ready to read on any device).

**Pages:** Professional, well-structured guide with checklists and direct links.

Stop leaving your money and shares at risk.

**Get this guide today, dematerialize your shares, and claim what’s rightfully yours!**

Instant access after purchase. No waiting. No middlemen.

(Pro tip: Pair this with your stockbroker consultation for even faster results.)