UN Global Compact Network Nigeria

On Tuesday, the UN Global Compact Network Nigeria convened a CEOs Roundtable in collaboration with the Sterling One Foundation and the United Nations Nigeria to drive conversations on accelerating SDG implementation through the six transition pathways. The roundtable brought together CEOs of participating and non-participating companies of the Global Compact to explore how the private sector can lead action across the six transition pathways—food systems, energy access and affordability, digital connectivity, education, health, and water and sanitation. Naomi E. Nwokolo. Esq, CEO/Executive Director of the UN Global Compact Network Nigeria, emphasized the need for the private sector to rise to the urgency of the situation, especially at this final stretch to the 2030 Agenda. She stressed the importance of backing high-level commitments with tangible investments. OLAPEJU IBEKWE, CEO of Sterling One Foundation, also spoke on the emphasis for urgency, highlighting the six UN transition pathways as the most strategic levers for impact. Her remarks resounded that businesses must lead the way in driving sustainable development locally. In his address, the UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria, Mohamed Malik Fall, emphasized that in light of multiple ongoing global crises across various thematic areas—further compounded by the decline in international aid—progress towards the SDGs now hinges on one critical factor: collective and decisive action at the local level. The roundtable also featured a keynote address by Bola Adesola, Chairman of Ecobank Nigeria, a goodwill message by Dr. Oluwasoromidayo George (DBA), Board Chair of the UN Global Compact Network Nigeria and a presentation by Taiwo Oyedele, Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, on how fiscal policies can catalyze investments and fast-track SDG progress through the six Transition pathways. Following the robust discussions around the six transition areas, companies identified key areas of alignment for strategic investment. To sustain momentum and drive coordinated action, cross-sector working groups have been established, each focused on transition areas of greatest relevance to the members. These groups will serve as platforms for collaboration, enabling companies to pool resources, align initiatives, and amplify collective impact. The UN Global Compact remains committed to working with the private sector to deliver on the SDGs by 2030. #SDGs #UNGC #PrivateSectorEngagement

The UN Global Compact Network Nigeria welcomes Tayo Aduloju, CEO of The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG), as a board member! Oluwatayo David Aduloju is a policy entrepreneur, strategist, economist, scholar, teacher and global development expert. He is most sought after for his competencies and capabilities in translating strategic agendas into results. Before his current role, he served as COO and Senior Fellow, Economic Policy, Strategy and Competitiveness at the NESG and Okun Model Economic Fellow for Africa and the Middle East. His over two decades of experience and track record demonstrate his commitment to developing and advising leaders, organisations, and nations to stimulate performance, sustainability, governance, and impact across private, public, and non-profit sectors. He has worked across several economic, social, and political reform areas and sectors, across Nigeria, 14 other African countries and the Middle East, where he has advised business executives and heads of government (including former President Yar’adua and Obasanjo). Tayo holds six academic degrees, including a doctorate degree in Economic Policy and Public Administration, with an impactful post-doctoral scholar-practitioner career in economic growth diagnostics and multidimensional poverty analysis, economic policy, public administration and strategic management and a formal and executive education that cuts across leading institutions like Harvard University, Oxford University, MIT and INSEAD. Tayo is a Senior Executive Fellow of John F. Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University. His versatility shows in the number of distinguished fellowships he has been awarded from various professional institutes: the Institute of Management of Consultants, the Institute of Strategic Management Nigeria (Chartered), the National Institute of Credit Administration, Chartered Institute of Administration and the Chief of Staff Association. He is a member of the Chartered Institute of Directors and Nigerian Economic Society. He is a board member of the Governing Council of the Nigerian Institute of Management (Chartered). We are confident that his expertise will be pivotal in accelerating meaningful progress toward a more sustainable future, guided by the Ten Principles of the United Nations Global Compact and the #SDGs.

Join Our Team! The UN Global Compact Network Nigeria is hiring for the following positions: • Communications Manager (Contract) • Strategy/Operations Manager To learn more about the positions and apply, click here: https://lnkd.in/dX822jpr

The UN Global Compact Network Nigeria in collaboration with the United Nations in Nigeria and Sterling One Foundation is convening an exclusive CEO Roundtable on Accelerating SDG Implementation of the Six Key Transition Pathways, bringing together top business leaders and development experts to explore corporate strategies for driving high impact investments in sustainable development. Taking place on 15 April 2025, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM, this high-level session will serve as the opening engagement for a larger event scheduled for 16 April 2025. With the 2030 deadline for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) fast approaching, the urgency to accelerate progress has never been greater. While governments and international organizations play a crucial role, private sector leadership—through strategic investments, innovation, and operational efficiencies—is essential for meaningful impact. Attendance is by invitation only and exclusively reserved for CEOs or the highest-ranking executive within your company. To request an official invitation, please send an email to stephanie.i@globalcompactng.org and kindly copy programmes@globalcompactng.org.

Join us on Wednesday at our Open House to learn how you can future-proof your business with the UN Global Compact! Meet the hosts: Tumi Onamade, Chief Operating Officer (COO), UN Global Compact Network Nigeria Jessica Merhej, Manager Participant Engagement (Middle East & Africa), United Nations Global Compact Register today👉: https://lnkd.in/dWMr3Ack

Registrations are now open for the 2025 #TargetGenderEquality Accelerator! In collaboration with UN Women this 6-month programme is designed to help businesses translate their gender equality commitments into concrete actions, aligned with best practices and international standards. With interactive e-learning tools and both regional and global engagement opportunities, you will gain the skills needed to develop an actionable plan to address gender equality opportunities across your operations, supply chains and communities. Register here:👉 https://lnkd.in/d8zcEu84

📈CoP reporting season is almost here! Join our Orientation & Update Session to navigate the CoP reporting process and maximize your company's participation in the UN Global Compact. This interactive session will provide key insights, access to the latest tools & training, and updates on global initiatives. Plus, a live demo of the Dashboard & Academy to support your reporting journey! 📆March 27, 2025 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM 🔗Register now: https://Inkd.in/dfHdApG9 (For Participants Only) #Sustainability #BusinessForGood #CorporateResponsibility

📢Announcing our upcoming Open House this March. Join us to explore how you can integrate corporate sustainability into your business strategy and operations in alignment with the #GlobalGoals. Learn how your company can become a participant of the United Nations Global Compact and gain valuable insights on building a resilient and sustainable business for the future. 📅 Date: March 26, 2025 ⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM (WAT) Register here👉: https://lnkd.in/dWMr3Ack

Join us Tomorrow at the Virtual Workshop on Anti-Corruption Collective Action! 🏛️💼✨ Gain insights from the Playbook on Anti-Corruption Collective Action—a practical six-step guide to diagnosing corruption risks, engaging stakeholders, and implementing solutions that foster integrity in business. 📅 13 March 2025 ⏰ 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (WAT) 📍 Venue: Zoom (Register Here: https://lnkd.in/dRj7Fwrm) Meet the hosts: 🔹 Naomi E. Nwokolo. Esq, CEO/ED, UN Global Compact Network Nigeria 🔹 Tumi Onamade COO, UN Global Compact Network Nigeria 🔹 Gabriel Cecchini, Anti-Corruption Consultant, UNGC #AntiCorruption #CollectiveAction #BusinessIntegrity

Last week, UNGC Network Nigeria and UNDP Nigeria co-hosted a high-level discussion in Lagos with the Executive Secretary of the UN Climate Change, Simon Stiell and the Director General of the National Council on Climate Change, Dr Nkiruka Maduekwe. The event brought together business leaders to discuss how the private sector can contribute to Nigeria's Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) 3.0 and drive climate action. Key discussion points included: ✅ Amplifying private sector influence, fostering innovative solutions, and de-risking climate investments ✅ Unlocking collaborative partnerships to enhance implementable climate actions across all private sector stakeholder groups ✅ The role of the UNFCCC and NCCC in facilitating climate action within Nigeria’s private sector Dr. Oluwasoromidayo George (DBA), Chair of UNGC Network Nigeria, set the stage with an insightful opening remark, with distinguished participants including OLAPEJU IBEKWE, CEO Sterling One Foundation; Yewande Adewusi, COO of Alithea Capital; Titilope Oguntuga, Director of Sustainability at IHS Towers; Eniola Akinsete, Group Head Sustainability Bank of Industry Limited; Hadiza Adukonu, Vice President, Opportunity Maturation & New Ventures Oando Plc; Tola Talabi, CEO Elektron Energy Development Strategies Limited alongside other key business leaders. The convening highlighted the necessity of collaborative efforts between multi private sector stakeholders to drive transformative climate action in Nigeria, ensuring sustainable progress towards national climate goal. #ClimateAction #PrivateSector #Sustainability #Nigeria #NDC