The Nigeria Employers Consultative Association (NECA) has taken a significant step toward advancing sustainable business practices by strengthening its capacity to provide Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) training to its members. R
Responding to growing national and international pressure for companies to adopt ESG standards, NECA hosted a Training of Trainers (ToT) program on July 8-9 in Lagos, as part of the International Labour Organisation’s (ILO) Bureau for Employers’ Activities (ACT/EMP) LEADER program.
The two-day ToT, attended by 20 NECA staff and partners, was facilitated by the International Training Centre of the ILO (ITCILO) and tailored to address Nigeria’s unique economic and social context.
The program equipped participants with practical tools to guide companies in enhancing their sustainability strategies and competitiveness.
NECA Director General, Adewale-Smatt Oyerinde, emphasised the organisation’s commitment, stating, “ESG is no longer optional. NECA is dedicated to championing ESG and demonstrating leadership in advancing sustainable business practices.”
Following the ToT, NECA conducted a step-down training session on July 10-11, attended by representatives from 52 multinationals and small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) across various sectors of Nigeria’s economy.
The session allowed participants to deepen their ESG knowledge, share experiences, and learn from companies already committed to sustainability and responsible business conduct.
The initiative underscores NECA’s proactive role in equipping Nigerian businesses with the tools to navigate the global shift toward sustainable practices, fostering resilience and competitiveness in an increasingly ESG-focused world.