Polman who has been at the centre of the advocacy for building widespread support for the SDGs globally, has continued to champion the drive for a sustainable and integrated approach to sustainable business practices.
Also speaking at the session, the Executive Governor of Lagos State, Mr Akinwunmi Ambode, ably represented by Honourable Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Mr Wale Oluwo, stressed that Lagos State is ready to support businesses who are delivering value and economic growth through their operations.
Other Nigerian CEOs present were; Oscar Onyema, CEO Nigerian Stock Exchange; Mr. Mutiu Sumonu (CON), Chairman, Julius Berger Nigeria Plc.; and Mrs. Mosun Belo- Olusoga, Chairman Access Bank. They all shared, from their wealth of experience, ways to create sustainable commercial models within a highly volatile world. The panel discussion was moderated by Dr Chris Ogbechie, Faculty of Lagos Business School and Diamond Bank Chairman.