NECA Inaugurates ESG Advisory Board in Nigeria with Industry Leaders

The Nigeria Employers' Consultative Association (NECA) has inaugurated an ESG Advisory Board, marking a significant milestone in advancing sustainable business practices in Nigeria's private sector. The advisory board comprises experienced professionals and industry leaders from organizations such as Access Bank PLC, Nigeria Bottling Company PLC, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN), Nestlé Nigeria PLC, Sterling Foundation, Dangote Industries Limited, Bank of Industry, Unilever PLC, IH Nigeria Limited, Andersen Nigeria, Olam Agri, Seven-Up Bottling Company, and Bureau Veritas.

Mr. Femi Jaiyeola, the Board Chair, and Dr. Soromidayo George, the Chief Risk Officer of Access Bank PLC, are key figures in this initiative. The inauguration ceremony was attended by Juli Kazagui, a senior specialist from the Bureau of Employers' Activities, emphasizing the importance of collaboration with international institutions to promote responsible and sustainable business practices.

NECA reaffirms its commitment to supporting employment and embedding ESG principles in operations to strengthen competitiveness and contribute to sustainable economic development.