FITC Commits to Sustainability Ahead of 2026 ESG Conference

The Financial Institutions Training Centre (FITC) reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability ahead of the 2026 FITC Sustainability ESG Conference during a press conference held in Lagos. Dr.

Chizor Maliz, Managing Director and CEO of FITC, discussed the growing importance of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles in shaping Africa's future. The conference aims to address challenges such as climate change and the increasing demand for transparency and accountability.

Maliz noted that organizations must move beyond mere declarations of commitment and implement sustainable strategies embedded within their governance structures and operational frameworks. Jame Adenuga, Group Chief HSSE and Sustainability Officer at Dangote Industries Limited, emphasized the necessity of collaboration among businesses, governments, regulators, investors, and civil society organizations to tackle sustainability challenges and unlock growth opportunities across the continent.

The conference will focus on creating systems capable of delivering long-term value for present and future generations.