The Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) has inaugurated an Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) advisory board to strengthen sustainable business practices, responsible governance and long-term enterprise value across Nigeria’s private sector.
The board was inaugurated in Lagos on February 1, 2026.
According to NECA, the advisory board will provide strategic guidance, thought leadership and practical insights on ESG issues affecting businesses in the country.
The board is made up of representatives from Access Bank Plc, Nigeria Bottling Company Plc, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN), Nestlé Nigeria Plc, Sterling One Foundation, Dangote Industries Limited, Bank of Industry, Unilever Plc, IHS (Nigeria) Limited, Andersen in Nigeria, Olam Agri, Seven Up Bottling Company and Bureau Veritas.
Femi Jaiyeola, chief risk officer of Access Bank Plc, will serve as chairman of the board, while Soromidayo George, director of corporate affairs and sustainability at Nigeria Bottling Company, will serve as vice-chairman.
The inauguration was attended by Julie Kazagui, senior specialist at the Employers’ Activities Bureau of the International Labour Organisation (ILO), who represented the global body at the event.
NECA said the participation of the ILO reflects the importance of collaboration between employers, international institutions and other stakeholders in promoting responsible and sustainable business practices.
The association reaffirmed its commitment to supporting employers to integrate ESG principles into their operations, improve competitiveness and contribute to sustainable economic development in Nigeria.
