In the face of global economic uncertainties and Nigeria’s fluctuating market conditions, the 2024 Annual Corporate Governance Conference, organized by the Society for Corporate Governance Nigeria, brought together business leaders, corporate executives, and governance experts to discuss the future of governance and sustainability.
With the theme “Corporate Survival and Sustainability: The New Face of Governance,” the conference focused on strategies to guide organizations through current economic challenges while ensuring long-term growth and resilience.
Dr. Armstrong Takang, Managing Director of the Ministry of Finance Incorporated (MOFI), addressed participants as a plenary speaker, urging State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) to fulfill their mandates. He also called on attendees to push for higher levels of corporate governance within SOEs. Panelists during the plenary sessions emphasized the need for resilience, adaptability, and transparency in corporate governance practices to foster trust and secure future growth.
A key highlight of the event was the launch of two notable publications aimed at assisting corporate leaders and board members in navigating the evolving governance landscape. These publications, “Corporate Governance and Sustainability Reporting in Nigeria” and “Understanding Financial Reporting, Governance, and the Role of Directors,” were introduced by Dr. Ernest Ndukwe, Board Chair of MTN Nigeria Communications, alongside other esteemed board members of the Society.
In his remarks, Dr. Ndukwe underscored the importance of these works for helping corporate leaders stay ahead in an increasingly complex business environment, urging boards to remain agile, innovative, and committed to governance best practices.
Chioma Mordi, CEO of the Society for Corporate Governance Nigeria, praised the publication launch as a significant milestone in the Society’s ongoing mission to promote governance excellence across Nigeria. She reaffirmed the Society’s dedication to equipping board members and corporate leaders with the tools needed to achieve sustainable growth and tackle emerging challenges.
For more details about the conference and the newly launched publications, viewers can access the event recording.