By Hillary Asemota
The Director General/CEO of the Nigeria Meteorological Agency (NiMet), Prof. Charles Anosike and his counterpart at the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria (FRCN) Dr. Rabiu Olowo, are concluding discussion on areas of partnership towards improving sustainability practices by corporate organizations in Nigeria.
The meeting explored Climate change is fast becoming a priority for financial regulators.
Anosike, reiterated that the assigned to NiMet through its weather and climate reports are the foundation for sustainability practices. This partnership will enable NiMet and FRC to jointly develop capacity”.
While welcoming the NiMet team, Dr. Olowo said; “There are opportunities for alignment between NiMet and FRC in fulfilling the core mandates of the two agencies, especially in the areas of sustainability reporting, climate risks and opportunities. Although we are championing sustainability reporting, FRC is also promoting sustainable practices among Nigerian organizations.”