Emma Okonji
FITC has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing sustainability, responsible business practices, and long-term value creation across Africa, ahead of its 2026 Sustainability & ESG Conference 3.0.
FITC reaffirmed its commitment during a press conference held in Lagos to announce the 2026 FITC Sustainability & ESG Conference to be held in Lagos.
During the press conference, issues such as the growing importance of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles in shaping Africa’s future, were discussed.
Themed: ‘Building a Sustainable Africa: Integrating Environmental Stewardship, Social Impact, and Strong Governance for a Prosperous Future’, the conference seeks to address the challenges about climate change, growing stakeholder expectations, changing regulatory environments, and increasing demands for transparency and accountability.
In her opening address, MD/CEO, FITC, Dr. Chizor Malize, gave an overview of the conference and its relevance within today’s rapidly changing business and development environment.
According to her, sustainability has become a strategic imperative for organisations seeking long-term resilience, competitiveness, and growth. She noted that organisations must move beyond declarations and commitments to measurable implementation, stressing that sustainability strategies must be embedded within governance structures, operational frameworks, investment decisions, and organisational culture.
Group Chief, HSSE & Sustainability Officer, Dangote Industries Limited, James Adenuga, emphasised the importance of collaboration in addressing sustainability challenges and unlocking opportunities for growth across the continent.
He noted that sustainability is no longer the responsibility of a single sector or institution but a shared responsibility requiring active participation from businesses, governments, regulators, investors, civil society organizations, and development partners.
According to him, sustainable development can only be achieved when stakeholders work together to create systems and solutions capable of delivering long-term value for both present and future generations.
