REGISTER FOR THE ESG AFRICA EVENT 2025

The Private ESG Forum returns in 2025—bigger and better than ever! Be part of Africa’s leading conversation on energy security and decarbonisation.

MEET THIS YEAR'S Event Speakers

Join us at our ESG event, where industry-leading speakers will share their unique insights on transforming the continent during this pivotal decade of action. Our goal is to equip investors and attendees with actionable plans for a sustainable and prosperous future

MAIN EVENT SPEAKERS

KEYNOTE

Engineer Jamiu Badmos

Founder, QHSES Leadership Academy, Renowned QHSES speaker, Business Sustainability Executive, and Enterprise Risk Management Professional with over 24 years of practical experience.

About Engr. Jamiu Badmos

Engr. Jamiu Badmos is a renowned QHSES speaker, business sustainability executive, and enterprise risk management professional with over 24 years of practical experience. A Fellow of ten leading international professional bodies, including the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM), UK, he is widely recognized for his leadership in advancing integrated management systems and sustainability excellence across sectors.

He led the first IMS Certification (ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 & ISO 45001:2018) in Nigeria’s power sector and the first for a government parastatal in Sub-Saharan Africa.

As Founder of the QHSES Leadership Academy, a tuition-free, ISO-certified social innovation academy, he is committed to developing empathetic, purpose-driven leaders who create lasting impact. A multi-award-winning professional, Engr. Badmos has received numerous national and international recognitions, including the AfriSAFE Personality of the Year (2022) and IIRSM International Mentor of the Year (2023).

He has attended executive programs at Harvard University, Lagos Business School, and the University of Cape Town, among others, and is currently pursuing doctoral research in Occupational Health, Safety & Environmental Management and Climate Change and Environmental Sustainability.

Tenioye Majekodunmi

The Director General, National Council on Climate Change (NCCC) and a distinguished climate finance expert and environmental lawyer with 17 years of experience.

About Tenioye Majekodunmi

Tenioye Majekodunmi is a distinguished climate finance expert and environmental lawyer with 17 years of experience in the clean energy and climate change sectors. Her work has centered on advancing policies that promote a circular economy, empower youth and women through green job initiatives, and support environmental protection. Currently serving as Lead Climate Advisor for the Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), Tenioye brings unparalleled expertise in sustainable finance, with a focus on green bonds, climate funds, and ESG reporting.

In addition to her advisory role at the FCDO, she is the Climate Finance Adviser to the Director-General of the National Council on Climate Change in Nigeria, where she leads the formulation of climate finance strategies aligned with national and international sustainability commitments. As a board member of various organizations and a founding consultant of EcoXchange Limited, Tenioye is a recognized leader in sustainable development, deeply committed to shaping a resilient, low-carbon future for Africa.

PANEL 1

Afolabi Akinrogunde

Snr Lead, Business Opportunity Manager, Shell Energy Nigeria

About Afolabi Akinrogunde

is a commercial professional with almost 25 years of proven & practical experience in the renewables, investment, gas & power & stakeholder management experience. His areas of expertise include deal delivery & governance in renewables, venture capital, investment management, program management, oil, gas and power infrastructure.

He’s currently playing a critical deal maturation and delivery role at Shell Energy Nigeria, with a mandate to support the creation of a $1bln per annum revenue business within an agreed timeframe, with direct responsibility for delivering on the organization’s current primary projects with the gas and power ecosystem.

From 2019 to 2023, ‘Folabi was Chief Investment Officer at All On, Nigeria’s premier Impact Investing company, focused purely on energy access, offgrid energy and the energy transition. At All On, ‘Folabi and his team managed a portfolio of over 54 investee companies which include some of the most innovative companies working to solve Nigeria’s deep energy access challenges. He delivered a more than three-fold growth in the size, shape and scope of All On’s business – delivering investments in companies worth tens of millions of Dollars, impacting tens of thousands of homes and small business. and leading the charge in powering innovation in the Nigerian energy access space.

Over the course of his career, ‘Folabi has identified, progressed and successfully negotiated over 30 gas supply agreements for Shell Nigeria Gas Limited – generating over $240million in gas sales. He has also worked within the Economics/Planning unit of Shell Petroleum Development Company, Nigeria’s largest upstream energy operator, where he supported its multibillion dollar onshore, shallow water and exploration businesses – facilitating investment and portfolio-based decision-making for some of Nigeria’s biggest oil and gas projects and assets.

He has written articles and spoken on various public fora on energy, gas, power and the energy transition with a key focus on finding integrated, unique, Nigeria-centric solutions to its energy challenges.

He has a rich multidisciplinary experience and background, with first and post-graduate degrees in the humanities, public and international affairs and business administration. His ability to identify environmental dynamics and trends and translate them into actionable corporate insights and deliverables is respected within the Nigerian energy ecosystem. He is a trusted informal advisor to many startups in the ecosystem and speaks regularly at industry events.

In his spare time, ‘Folabi enjoys swimming, reading, playing chess and discussing geopolitics. He is married to ‘Folasade and is currently focused on ensuring his 3 children graduate from their current degrees in university.

Dr. Abbas Agbaje

Managing Consultant, Impact Crest

About Dr. Abbas Agbaje

Abbas Agbaje is an ESG and Impact professional with over 10 years of experience supporting the integration of environmental and social (climate, gender, and impact)lens in investment advisory and operations for multimillion-dollar projects in sub-Saharan Africa. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Botany with first class from the University of Lagos, MSc Sustainable Environmental Management from the Natural Resources Institute, University of Greenwich, United Kingdom.

Rafiat Gawat (Moderator)

Head of Corporate Communications, TGI Group

About Rafiat Gawat

With more than 14 years’ experience spanning corporate communications, brand management, and stakeholder engagement, she currently serves as Head of Corporate Communication at Tropical General Investments (TGI) Group. In this role, she oversees public affairs, internal and external communications, media relations, CSR, and corporate brand assurance across the Group’s diverse businesses.
Before joining TGI, she held key roles at Sterling Bank, Buzz Interactive, and CSL in Nigeria and the UK, where she pioneered digital and internal communication strategies that strengthened corporate reputation and engagement. Her expertise spans strategic communications, media relations, event management, thought leadership, and digital storytelling — all anchored on driving purpose-led brand visibility in complex markets.

Sarah Ajose-Adeogun

Managing Partner, Teasoo Consulting Limited.

About Sarah Ajose-Adeogun

Sarah Ajose-Adeogun is a seasoned C-suite executive, board-level strategist, and purpose-driven leader with over three decades of multidisciplinary experience across the corporate, public, and social impact sectors.

As Managing Partner at Teasoo Consulting Limited, she leads the firm’s ESG transformation and strategic advisory practice, helping organizations across Africa embed sustainability, resilience, and responsible growth into their business strategy. She is currently driving the implementation of the 6,000-hectare Tree4Life Reforestation Project, as well as the Teasoo ESG-Horizon, Africa’s first Africentric ESG Ranking and Reporting System.

A consummate professional, Sarah spent over 30 years with Shell, where she served as a Social Performance Technical Authority and led transformative change programs across operations. She also recently contributed to the Edo State Government Transformation Programme, reinforcing her expertise in public sector reform and stakeholder engagement.

Certified in Project and Change Management, Business Analysis, Mediation, and Human Resources, Sarah brings a rare blend of strategic insight, technical expertise, and human-centred leadership to every role she undertakes.

PANEL 2

Dr. Eugene O. Itua

Director, Natural Eco Capital

About Eugene O. Itua

Eugene O. Itua is an accomplished sustainability expert with extensive experience spanning over 25 years. Eugene has Ph.D. in Environmental Management and has been demonstrating expertise and commitment to sustainable development.

He is the CEO of Natural Eco Capital (www.ecopital.com). His work has had a significant impact across various sectors of the economy, often in support of or collaboration with development partners such as the AfDB, World Bank, IFC, and UN. Dr. Itua’s contributions demonstrate his unwavering commitment to sustainable development and climate resilience.

His multifaceted roles as a speaker, coordinator, adviser, and consultant have significantly contributed to Nigeria’s environmental resilience and global efforts.

Eugene is a Board Member and Fellow of Professional Societies:

* Advisory Board Member for South African UNDP’s Green Business and Financing Initiative

* Member, Advisory Board of UNDP’s Africa Green Business and Financing Initiative under UNDP Africa Sustainable Finance Hub, South Africa

* Board Member, Governing Council of the Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA)

* Board Member, Nigeria Network of NGOs

* Facilitator, Sustainability Policy Commission, Nigeria Economic Summit Group (NESG)

* Board Member, Center for Climate Change and SDGs, Igbinedion University, Nigeria.

* Fellow and Nigeria Chair, International Institute of Risk and Safety Management

* Fellow of Nigeria Environmental Society and Nigeria Institute of Sustainability

Some impactful roles:

* Accredited Trainer for the UNDP SDG Impact Standards:

* Project Lead, Strategic Environmental Assessment for AfCFTA

* Project Lead, Stocktake of NDC Implementation and Climate Actions in Nigeria:

* National Consultant for developing Nigeria’s Long-Term Low Emissions Development Strategy (LT-LEDS) and Vision 2050 submitted to UNFCCC:

* Consultant to World Bank for developing Nigeria National Carbon Market Facility and REDD+ Forest Carbon Offset Crediting System:

* Project Lead NET Zero Strategy Development for Development Bank of Nigeria

* Technical Expert Peer Reviewer for E-Mobility Strategy in Nairobi, Kenya:

* Climate Change Consultant for EU Support to Circular Economy, Climate Change Agriculture, and Climate Resilience representing CYE Consult srl.

* Consultant for AfDB on Harnessing Natural Capital in East Africa featured in the East Africa Economic Outlook (REO) 2023.Explored complementary financing options for climate and green growth.

* Peer Reviewer and Quality Assurer for 2023 regional economic outlook reports for North Africa and Chapter 2 of the Country Financial Reports (CFRs) for 11 African countries for AfDB

* Project Lead, Scaling Climate Action Through Innovation by SMEs and focused on NDCs in Africa for AfDB

* Speaker/Discussant on Just Transition in Africa at Chatham House Africa Programme

* Authored Building and Advancing Africa’s Bioeconomy in the Health Sector in Global Emerging Pathogens Treatment Consortium (GET), African Newsletter On One Health And Biosecurity, Volume 16 | March 2024

Tosin Leye- Odeyemi

Head - Risk, Capital management and sustainability at Stanbic IBTC Holdings

About Tosin Leye-Odeyemi

Tosin Leye-Odeyemi is the Head, HoldCo Risk, Capital Management and Sustainability at Stanbic IBTC Holding Plc. She is also a Non-Executive Director on the Board of Stanbic IBTC Trustees Limited. She joined the Stanbic IBTC Group in December 2002, over the last 20 years, she has held various leadership roles in the Internal Control Unit, Compliance Unit, Investment Management Division and Finance Department.

Paul Osho

Sustainability Manager, United Capital plc

About Paul Osho

As a distinguished sustainability professional with over 8 years of experience in the financial sector, I have established myself as an impact-driven collaborator with expertise in sustainability, corporate social responsibility, project management, ESG, and risk management. I develop, implement, and integrate industry-standard sustainable strategies and policies into business practices, creating socially responsible, ethical, and climate-resilient businesses that thrive in a green economy.

My expertise spans environmental and social impact assessments, sustainable finance and investment, risk management, and disclosure and reporting, ensuring compliance with frameworks like GRI, TCFD, and ISSB.

With a focus on promoting a just transition and sustainable development, I am committed to contributing to a more sustainable and equitable future for all, where green economy principles and innovative technologies drive economic growth while minimizing environmental and social footprint.

Lolade Awogbade

Asst Vice President, Sustainability - Development Bank of Nigeria

About Lolade Awogbade

MASTERCLASS SPEAKERS

Otome Afiegbe

(Host)

Executive Director Commercial, Neegas Producing Limited

About Otome Afiegbe

Otome Afiegbe is an experienced energy executive with nearly two decades in petroleum engineering, oil and gas commercialization, sustainability, and energy transition strategy. 

He currently serves as Executive Director, Gas & Commercial at Nesgas Producing Limited, leading commercial growth and investment in Nigeria’s gas sector in alignment with Nigeria’s Decade of Gas initiative.

Formerly Global BD Director and Managing Director, Africa at Modern West Advisory, Otome has advised governments and corporations on projects exceeding $3 billion in value, spanning carbon markets, ESG frameworks, and decarbonization programs. 

Having held senior technical, commercial and strategy roles with Shell, Aradel Holdings, and Baker Hughes, he has contributed immensely to gas development programs in Nigeria. He is one of the conveners of the ESG forum and a strong advocate of balancing energy security with decarbonization effort.

Dr. Dare Jeremiah

CEO, Feddo Group
Global Leader, Subsea and Pipeline Systems

About Dr. Dare Jeremiah

Dr Dare Jeremiah, a registered engineer with over 25 years’ experience in the oil and gas industry with strong technical background in the consultancy and design of complex subsea system, comprising pipelines, flowlines and associated structures, spools and hardware including Artic, Deepwater and High Pressure/High Temperature Pipeline system.
He has an extensive international experience, his project experience includes all project phases and spans most of the major offshore oil and gas production regions, with a particular emphasis on Australia Pacific, Middle East, Southeast Asia, North Sea and West Africa region. Dare has worked in Senior Positions both as employee and on projects with INTECSEA, NETCO, Subsea 7, WorleyParsons, Genesis Oil and Gas Consultant, and NPCC UAE.

Dare holds a B.Sc. from Obafemi Awolowo University and M.Sc. from University of Lagos both in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, also hold a M.Sc. Degree (Subsea Technology Module) from University of Western Australia. He holds Master in Business Administration (MBA) from University of Tasmania, Australia and Doctor of Business Leadership from Torrens University, Australia.

Dare has also attended several leadership and management courses internationally which include but are not limited to International Business from the University of New Mexico, USA; Oil and Gas Industry Operation and Markets from Duke University, USA; Leadership in 21st Century Organizations from Copenhagen Business School, Denmark; International Leadership and Organizational Behaviour from Università Bocconi, Italy.

Dare is a Life Fellow of Certified Leadership Practitioner, Australia (LCLP), Fellow of Institute of Engineers Australia (FIEAusT), Members of the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology UK (MIMarEST), Nigeria Society of Engineer (MNSE), and Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN).
Dare is vast in developing, mentoring and training Engineers, he has a passion to share his knowledge and provide major support for engineers in Oil & Gas, Power & Renewable Energy, and mining industry. Dare is also a Professional Keynote Speaker at International Conferences.
Dare is the Chief Executive Officer of FEDDO GROUP in addition to being Global Leader of Subsea and Pipelines System

Opeyemi Aladegbemi

Team Lead, Sustainability, Stanbic IBTC Holdings

About Opeyemi Aladegbemi

Opeyemi Aladegbemi is a seasoned sustainability and ESG leader with a career spanning nearly a decade successfully driving impactful ESG initiatives across a diverse range of industries, including energy, consulting, non-profit, manufacturing, and finance.

In her current role as the Team Lead, Sustainability at Stanbic IBTC Holdings, Opeyemi oversees the strategic direction and implementation of sustainability programs across ten subsidiaries of the group. Her leadership role encompasses the development of robust sustainability roadmaps, enhancing key sustainability performance indicators, and cultivating strong stakeholder relationships to seamlessly integrate ESG considerations into lending and investment decisions.

She holds a First-Class degree in Biochemistry from Covenant University and a Master’s degree in Environmental Toxicology and Pollution Management. She is a certified Lead Auditor for ISO standard on Environmental Management systems and an internal auditor for Occupational Health and Safety Management systems (14000:2015 & 45001:2018 respectively), reflecting her deep commitment to environmental management and occupational health. Opeyemi has facilitated numerous training programs for leaders and professionals both domestically and internationally. With contributions to three (3) international peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings, including publications with Springer Nature, she is a published author and her thought leadership in sustainability has led her to participate in several panels discussing critical issues related to impact investing, sustainability, and climate change. Notably, she spoke at 27th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP 27) on “Innovation and Industrial Decarbonization in Africa,” demonstrating her commitment to advancing sustainable development across the African continent.

She holds the prestigious Sustainability Excellence Associate (SEA) Credential from Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI), a distinction shared by only 11 Nigerians. This makes her a privileged member of an elite group of professionals- the International Society of Sustainability Professionals (ISSP). Opeyemi is an active member of other national and international bodies driving positive, sustainable change in society.

Sarah Ajose-Adeogun

Managing Partner, Teasoo Consulting Limited

About Sarah Ajose-Adeogun

Solomon Iwu-Ejike

Co-Founder, CarbonEx and Climate & Development Professional

About Solomon Iwu-Ejike

Solomon Iwu-Ejike is a multidisciplinary leader with nearly two decades of experience advancing innovation at the intersection of climate technology, scientific research, and digital entrepreneurship. He is the Co-Founder of CarbonEx, an IoT-driven digital MRV platform that connects grassroots sustainability initiatives to global carbon markets, and Danfo Hustle, a culturally immersive mobile game inspired by urban mobility and youth storytelling in Africa.

Solomon’s professional background spans environmental laboratory work with Mobil Producing Nigeria, applied research at the Projects Development Institute (PRODA), cross-sector project coordination with Schott Olsen, and civic leadership in residential security administration. His work reflects a deep commitment to leveraging technology, science, and systems thinking to drive sustainable development and climate resilience across Africa.

REGISTER FOR THE ESG AFRICA EVENT 2025

MEET THIS YEAR'S Event Speakers

MAIN EVENT SPEAKERS

KEYNOTE

Engineer Jamiu Badmos

Tenioye Majekodunmi

PANEL 1

Afolabi Akinrogunde

Dr. Abbas Agbaje

Rafiat Gawat (Moderator)

Sarah Ajose-Adeogun

PANEL 2

Dr. Eugene O. Itua

Tosin Leye- Odeyemi

Paul Osho

Lolade Awogbade

MASTERCLASS SPEAKERS

Otome Afiegbe

Dr. Dare Jeremiah

Opeyemi Aladegbemi

Sarah Ajose-Adeogun

Solomon Iwu-Ejike

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