Publications

GRI Reporting: ‘In Accordance With’ vs ‘With Reference To’ — Why the Difference Matters

In recent years, sustainability reporting has become more than a box-ticking exercise. It is now a fundamental aspect of strategic communication, investor confidence, and long-term corporate resilience. For organisations across Africa, particularly in Nigeria, the shift from opaque operations to transparent, stakeholder-driven reporting is gaining momentum. However, as more organisations adopt the Global Reporting Initiative…

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TSA/Remita Dispute: Due Process or Media Trial?

Beyond Allegations: Safeguarding Nigeria’s Institutional and Technological Resilience The renewed allegations against Remita which underpins Nigeria's Treasury Single Account (TSA) necessitate a thoughtful reflection based on foundational principles on oversight functions and fairness. Even though legislative oversight functions as a fundamental component of democratic accountability, it requires guidance through due process principles and factual accuracy…

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CSR as a Pulley for Progress: Rethinking Education as a Corporate Responsibility in Nigeria

In the middle years of secondary school, many Nigerian students are introduced to the mechanics of a pulley system—an elegant configuration of wheels and ropes that redistributes force to lift heavy loads with less effort. It is a simple yet powerful concept, and perhaps one of the most apt analogies for what Corporate Social Responsibility…

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Building Stronger Communities: Why the Community Engagement Standards (CES) Matter More Than Ever

For too long, the narrative of development in Nigeria—particularly in extractive regions—has been dictated from the top down. Government agencies approve projects. Corporations roll them out. And communities? Too often, they are reduced to passive recipients, expected to accept whatever comes their way. But true development cannot—and should not—work this way. Communities are not just…

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IFRS S1 & S2 and the Future of ESG Disclosure in Emerging Markets

In recent years, conversations around sustainability have evolved from idealistic vision statements to urgent boardroom priorities. At the heart of this evolution is the increasing demand for transparency, accountability, and decision-useful data that can guide investors, regulators, and the public alike. As the global business landscape shifts, sustainability reporting is no longer a “nice to…

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Dangote’s Dollar Dilemma: A Critical Look at Nigeria’s Energy Vulnerabilities

Nigeria, despite being Africa’s largest crude oil producer, finds itself in a paradox it cannot afford to ignore. Once again, headlines are dominated by another disruption in the country’s fragile energy ecosystem—this time, triggered by Dangote Petroleum Refinery’s decision to suspend petrol sales in naira. While the move may be temporary, its significance is anything…

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The Energy Transition Dilemma: Can Nigeria Balance Oil Dependence with Renewable Energy Ambitions?

Nigeria Energy Transition Plan $200 Million Renewable Mini-Grid Project – Initiative to provide clean electricity to rural areas through solar-powered mini-grids. World Economic Forum: Tackling Barriers to Nigeria’s Green Energy Transition Financing Barriers in Nigeria’s Energy Transition – The country needs $10 billion annually for renewable energy development. World Bank: Solar Mini-Grids as a Solution…

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The SDGs and Nigeria: Can We Still Achieve the Goals by 2030?

FAO Nigeria Central Bank of Nigeria: Implements monetary policy and provides financial data, including initiatives like the Anchor Borrowers’ Programme.​

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