Emmanuel Etebom Elijah

Emmanuel Elijah is a seasoned investment management professional with over a decade of experience in the asset management industry. His extensive career spans investment operations, funds management, and portfolio administration. Emmanuel’s strategic insight and deep industry knowledge have enabled him to contribute significantly to the operational success of top-tier asset management firms in Nigeria.

He began his career at ARM Investment Managers, where he played a pivotal role in the implementation and management of various discretionary and non-discretionary portfolios across multi-asset and multi-currency strategies. Emmanuel has also held strategic positions at Elixir Investment Partners and Coronation Asset Management, and consulted as a subject matter expert and senior business analyst for FBNQuest Asset Management (now First Asset Management). His experience includes leading the design and operationalization of investment structures that align with regulatory and market standards.

At Blue Marina Asset Management, Emmanuel is part of the executive leadership team that successfully secured the firm’s portfolio and fund management license. He currently oversees the development of the firm's operational architecture, with a focus on aligning people, process, and technology to ensure seamless execution and scale. His leadership continues to shape the firm’s operational readiness and market entry.

Emmanuel holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a specialization in Financial Management and a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. He is known for his strong analytical, numerical, and communication skills. His expertise in operational leadership, portfolio setup, and regulatory alignment positions him as a vital contributor to the firm’s long-term success.