FITC Unveils Sustainability, ESG Institute With Summit

The Financial Institutions Training Centre (FITC) has said it is set to launch its Sustainability & ESG Institute summit.

Disclosing this in a statement, the institute also said that the unveiling will be done at an inaugural summit to address pressing sustainability and ESG issues. The event is set to take place on July 31st, 2024.

According to the statement, “ESG stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance. The summit will bring together industry leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders to explore the future of sustainability in Africa’s financial sector.

“This new initiative reflects our commitment to aligning with global sustainability standards and supporting the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) sustainability goals. The FITC Sustainability & ESG Institute’s establishment follows the Nigerian Bankers Committee’s launch of the Nigerian Sustainability Banking Principles (NSBP) in 2012, marking a significant advancement in aligning Nigeria’s financial sector with global sustainability standards. This initiative supports the Central Bank of Nigeria’s goals and addresses critical sustainability challenges the regulator identifies. It also aligns with international ESG trends, showcasing FITC’s dedication to global impact and local relevance.

“Attendees will gain invaluable insights into the latest global ESG trends, practical strategies for implementation, and innovative approaches to achieving sustainability goals, business practices, and regulatory compliance. The highly innovative summit will feature Philip Ikeazor, deputy governor of the Financial Service Sector at the Central Bank of Nigeria and chairman of the FITC Board.

“Other notable speakers include Chizor Malize, MD/CEO of FITC, Professor Wayne Dunn, Founder & President of the CSR|ESG Institute, and Andrey Bogdanov, CEO of Risk Insights and World Economic Forum Board Member, Oluwasoromidayo George, Corporate Affairs & Sustainability Director, Coca-Cola HBC, Dr Ndidi Nnoli Edozien, Board Member, International Sustainability Standards Board.

The panel discussion will include Professor Fabian Ajogwu, Senior Partner at Kenna Partners; Ejiro Gray, executive director of Governance & Sustainability at Sahara Group; Omobolanle Victor-Laniyan, head of Sustainability at Access Bank Plc, and Olufemi Shobanjo, CEO of NGX Regulation Ltd.’’