Nigeria Sustainable Finance Intensive

February 10–11, 2026

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STAGES

120+

ATTENDEES

70+

SPEAKERS

15

SESSIONS

De‑risking Green Growth

Transforming climate risks into strategic value while enabling a low-carbon, socially inclusive, and resilient economy.

Nigeria stands at a critical crossroads: building economic resilience amid trade volatility while transitioning to a low-carbon future. This shift brings both risks and unprecedented investment opportunities.

For pension funds, insurers, banks, and asset managers, the question is no longer whether to engage in sustainable finance, but how—scaling climate-smart infrastructure, structuring de-risked investments, and forging strategic partnerships to mobilise capital.

The 2nd Nigeria Sustainable Finance Intensive (NgSFI) is your platform to shape Nigeria’s climate finance strategy, positioning sustainable investment as a driver of economic resilience and long-term growth.

Collaboration With

Sponsors & Partners

Thought Leaders

Patience Oniha

Director General, Debt Management Office (DMO) Nigeria

Rachel More-Oshodi

CEO & Managing Director, ARM-Harith Infrastructure Investment

Nana Skari Maidugu

Head, Sustainability and ESG, Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority

Omolola Oloworaran

Director General, National Pension Commission, Nigeria

Olusegun Omosehin

Commissioner for Insurance/CE, National Insurance Commission, Nigeria

Dr. Emomotimi Agama

Director General, Securities and Exchange Commission, Nigeria

Edmund Bala-Gbogbo

Director ESG & ORM, African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank)

Stanley Austin

Partner, Africonomie Group

Tosin Ajose

Founding Partner, DEAL HQ Partners

Dr Tunde Ajayi

GM, Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency

Ivana Osagie

Founder/CEO, PWR Advisory

Jude Chiemeka

Chief Executive Officer, NGX Ltd

Ibrahim Abdullahi Shelleng

Senior Special Assistant (Climate Finance & Stakeholder Engagement), Office of the President

Ade Adefeko

Director Corporate & Regulatory Affairs, Olam Agri

Olumide Lala

Founder & Director, Climate Transitions Ltd

Themes

Why Participate

Who Attends

This programme brings together asset owners, managers, and consultants driving Nigeria’s sustainable finance agenda. With climate risks rising and green opportunities expanding, it offers pension funds, insurers, sovereign funds, and other institutional investors practical strategies for portfolio construction, climate-aligned allocation, and ESG risk management—while positioning them to capitalize on the global low-carbon transition.

Be Part of It

EXPLORE sustainable finance case studies and build a powerful network to expand your green portfolio across Nigeria’s emerging climate economy.

DISCOVER how investing in diverse climate-aligned assets, from renewable energy to sustainable agriculture, can enhance resilience and unlock transformative opportunities.

GAIN insights into structuring climate finance deals, mitigating ESG risks, and navigating Nigeria’s evolving regulatory landscape for sustainable investment.

CONNECT with leading sustainable finance practitioners and key stakeholders to build the relationships that will drive your climate investment strategy forward.

Upcoming Preludes

Join the Dialogue: Your Voice. Your Vote.

Help shape the digital dialogue themes that will lead the national conversation on sustainable finance. Take a 2-minute poll to share your priorities and guide the dialogue ahead of NgSFI 2026.

Client Opinion

Shaping Sustainable and Climate Finance Agenda

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AGENDA
8 Sessions
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 9
7:30 AM
ALL DAY
Arrivals, Airport Transfers AND Hotel Check-Ins
5:30 PM
120 min
THE PRIVATE Exchange: Ideation on Sustainable Finance
Join us for an elegant evening of curated conversation and connection, offering a distinguished opportunity to exchange insights on sustainable finance and cultivate high-level professional relationships. Exquisite nibbles and fine beverages will be served to complement the dialogue in a refined, welcoming atmosphere.
Stanley Austin
Stanley Austin
Partner
Asset Owners Africa
7:30 PM
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END OF THE PRIVATE EXCHANGE
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10
7:30 AM
60 min
Arrivals and Welcome Refreshments
8:30 AM
30 min
COFFEE, CONNECTION AND CLIMATE CONVERSATIONS
Welcome to Coffee, Connect and Conversation on Climate. This session invites participants to share insights and discuss climate investment, sustainability, and green finance - or anything else to do with environmental business, policy, and innovation.
Michael Ndinisa
Michael Ndinisa
MNCapital Group
Stanley Austin
Stanley Austin
Africonomie Group
9:00 AM
15 min
OPENING REMARKS AND SETTING THE SCENE
This opening session sets the stage for the Intensive — outlining its purpose, priorities, and ambitions. It will welcome participants, introduce key themes, and establish the tone for two days of focused dialogue, collaboration, and action on advancing sustainable finance.
Stanley Austin
Stanley Austin
Africonomie Group
Ibrahim Shelleng
Ibrahim Shelleng
Office of the President
Tosin Ajose
Tosin Ajose
DEAL HQ Partners
9:15 AM
45 min
Macroeconomic Implications of Sustainable Finance
This session examines how sustainable finance shapes macroeconomic outcomes, influencing growth, investment flows, and fiscal and monetary policy. Participants will explore the economic impacts of green and climate-aligned investments, discuss policy levers for scaling sustainable finance, and analyze how integrating ESG and climate considerations can support economic resilience, long-term stability, and low-carbon development pathways.
Andrew Schlossberg
To Be Confirmed
Company
Andrew Schlossberg
To Be Confirmed
Company
Andrew Schlossberg
To Be Confirmed
Company
Andrew Schlossberg
To Be Confirmed
Company
10:00 AM
20 min
Climate Risk, Resilience, and Financial Stability
As climate risks intensify, their impact on asset values, credit quality, and systemic stability is becoming more pronounced. This session explores how regulators, central banks, and financial institutions can integrate climate risk into prudential frameworks, stress testing, and supervision—building resilience, safeguarding financial stability, and ensuring that financial systems support a sustainable, low-carbon transition.
Marc Nachmann
To Be Confirmed
Central Bank of Nigeria
Marc Nachmann
To Be Confirmed
Company
10:20 AM
50 min
Driving Economic and Climate Resilience Through Innovative Finance
Nigeria's economy requires innovative financial solutions to tackle persistent challenges—from macroeconomic volatility to intensifying climate risks. This session focuses on how innovative financial instruments and blended finance mechanisms can be strategically deployed to strengthen the nation's economic stability while accelerating crucial climate adaptation and resilience efforts. Experts will detail practical pathways for mobilising private capital, focusing on techniques to effectively de-risk green investments across critical sectors. The discussion will highlight the need to align financial strategies and portfolio allocation with Nigeria's national sustainability and climate goals.
Marc Nachmann
Nanac Skari Maidugu
Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority
Jobalo
Jobalo Oshikanlu
ARM-Harith Infrastructure Investments
Anthony Feyitimi
Barton Heyman
Andrew Schlossberg
To Be Confirmed
Company
11:10 AM
15 min
Coffee and Networking Break
11:25 AM
60 min
Building Confidence in Green and Sustainability-Linked Bonds
Sustainable debt markets are reshaping how capital is mobilized to address climate and social challenges. This panel will unpack the rise of green bonds and sustainability-linked bonds, exploring how they’ve evolved, the realities for issuers and investors, and what their performance tells us about financial returns, costs, and real-world impact. This session will discuss how these instruments can scale and deliver a more sustainable future.
Patience Oniha
Patience Oniha
Debt Management Office (DMO)
Ojuru Adeniji
Ojuru Adeniji
InfraCredit
Marc Nachmann
To Be Confirm
Access Bank PLC
Andrew Schlossberg
To Be Confirm
Company
Jean Hynes
To Be Confirm
Company
12:25 PM
35 min
Measurement and impact verification beyond greenwashing
Moving past marketing claims to authentic impact assessment. This session examines robust verification frameworks, third-party certification standards, and data-driven methodologies for tracking environmental and social outcomes. Experts demonstrate how rigorous measurement protocols, transparent reporting mechanisms, and independent audits distinguish genuine sustainable finance from superficial ESG branding—protecting investors, issuers, and Nigeria's credibility.
Marc Nachmann
To Be Confirm
Access Bank PLC
Andrew Schlossberg
To Be Confirm
Company
Jean Hynes
To Be Confirm
Company
1:00 PM
60 min
Working Lunch and Thematic Deep Dives
2:00 PM
60 min
Regulatory Leadership for Climate Resilience and a Greener Economy
Climate change poses systemic financial risks to institutions and the broader economy, affecting asset values, credit exposures, and operational resilience. As Nigeria transitions to a greener economy, regulators are critical to managing these threats while unlocking investment opportunities. This panel—featuring heads of SEC, NAICOM, and PenCom—will explore how coordinated policies on disclosure, investment directives, and insurance frameworks can strengthen climate-risk management, ESG integration, and sustainable finance mobilization. The discussion will demonstrate how regulatory alignment supports Nigeria's economic diversification, inclusive growth, and long-term resilience.
Dr.-Emomotimi-Agama
Dr. Emomotimi Agama
Securities and Exchange Commission
Omolola-Oloworaran
Omolola Oloworaran
National Pension Commission
Olusegun-Ayo-Omosehin
Olusegun Omosehin
National Insurance Commission
Andrew Schlossberg
To Be Confirm
Company
3:00 PM
60 min
Building Market Infrastructure: The Exchange's Role in Sustainable Finance
Capital markets require robust infrastructure to channel investment into climate solutions at scale. This session examines how NGX, FMDQ, NASD, and AFEX are developing critical market architecture—green bond listing frameworks, ESG disclosure standards, carbon credit trading platforms, sustainability indices, and digital verification systems. Panelists explore how exchange innovation creates transparency, price discovery, liquidity, and investor confidence essential for Nigeria's sustainable finance ecosystem.
Jude Chiemeka
Jude Chiemeka
NGX Ltd
Andrew Schlossberg
To Be Confirm
FMDQ Exchange
Andrew Schlossberg
To Be Confirm
NASD OTC Securities Exchange
Andrew Schlossberg
To Be Confirm
Company
Jean Hynes
To Be Confirm
Company
4:00 PM
20 min
Legal Framework for SUSTAINABLE AND Climate Finance
As Nigeria accelerates toward sustainable growth, institutions must navigate complex ESG regulatory frameworks—from disclosure requirements and greenwashing risks to legal challenges—while balancing compliance with commercial objectives. This session explores embedding ESG into operations: governance structures, risk management, sustainable product design, disclosure obligations, and regulatory response.
4:20 PM
10 min
CLOSING REMARKS AND NETWORKING RECEPTION
INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Stage 1: Renewables & Captive Power
Stage 2: Port Infrastructure Rehabilitate
Stage 3: Showcase Your Project, Funds & Enterprise
1:30 PM
30 min
SEALING THE DEAL
Project developers, enterprises, and funds with proven track records will deliver concise, high-impact pitches to a panel of leading banks, DFIs, and investors. Each presentation will highlight projects that have already secured initial capital and are now seeking additional investment to scale their impact. Investors will offer real-time feedback and explore partnership opportunities, followed by a speed networking session designed to foster connections, discuss next steps, and lay the groundwork for tangible deals.
Ted Koenig
Name
Company
1:30 PM
30 min
SEALING THE DEAL
Project developers, enterprises, and funds with proven track records will deliver concise, high-impact pitches to a panel of leading banks, DFIs, and investors. Each presentation will highlight projects that have already secured initial capital and are now seeking additional investment to scale their impact. Investors will offer real-time feedback and explore partnership opportunities, followed by a speed networking session designed to foster connections, discuss next steps, and lay the groundwork for tangible deals.
Will Peck
Name
Company
1:30 PM
30 min
SEALING THE DEAL
Project developers, enterprises, and funds with proven track records will deliver concise, high-impact pitches to a panel of leading banks, DFIs, and investors. Each presentation will highlight projects that have already secured initial capital and are now seeking additional investment to scale their impact. Investors will offer real-time feedback and explore partnership opportunities, followed by a speed networking session designed to foster connections, discuss next steps, and lay the groundwork for tangible deals.
David Abner
Name
Company

Vanguards in Sustainable and Climate Finance

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Patience Oniha

Director General, Debt Management Office (DMO), Nigeria

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Nana Skari Maidugu

Head, Sustainability and ESG, Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority

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Senior Special Assistant (Climate Finance & Stakeholder Engagement), Office of the President

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Director General, National Pension Commission (PenCom), Nigeria

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Dr. Emomotimi Agama

Director General, Securities and Exchange Commission, Nigeria

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Olusegun Omosehin

Commissioner for Insurance/CE, National Insurance Commission, Nigeria

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Rachel More-Oshodi

CEO & MD, ARM-Harith Infrastructure Investment Ltd

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Africa Head of Sustainable Finance & Associate Director ESG Services, KPMG

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General Manager, Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency

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Olumide Lala

Co-Founder & Director, Climate Transition Ltd

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John Boateng Akuoko-Tawiah

Africa Head of Sustainable Finance & Associate Director ESG Services

KPMG in Nigeria

Session: TBA

When: Wednesday, February 10, 2026  |  08:30 – 09:00

John is the Africa Head of Sustainable Finance & Associate Director ESG Services. He has over 14 years of expertise in Commercial Banking, Management, Institutional Reform Consulting, and Development Finance.

He is a driving force behind KPMG’s ESG Solutions and Sustainable Finance Advisory, specializing in designing, developing, and structuring innovative finance mechanisms to support Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) for governments, the private sector, foundations, and philanthropies. His expertise spans across KPMG’s East, West, and Southern Africa practices, where he leads end-to-end solutions from readiness to post-issuance support on Green, Social, and Sustainability (GSS) Bonds, gender-smart finance, biodiversity finance, and nature-based finance solutions. John’s role also includes setting up blended financing and third-party fund management programs, providing managed service solutions from design to full operationalization of funds, grants, blended finance facilities, and technical assistance programs.

As the leader of the KPMG Sustainable Finance Program, he offers advisory support to financial regulators and intermediaries across Africa. His work focuses on fostering an enabling environment to catalyze climate finance, while integrating climate risk and strengthening investment processes.

Jobalo Oshikanlu

Deputy CEO, ARM-Harith Infrastructure Investment

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Tosin Ajose

Founding Partner, DEAL HQ Partners

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Anthony Feyitimi

Senior Partner, Barton Heyman

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Sophie Masipa

Co-Founder, ASFI Group

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Oladele Akinjo

Group Executive Director, Cedrus Group Africa

Who should attend?

NgSFI is a platform for financial professionals, corporate executives, policymakers, regulators, and institutional investors—including pension funds, SWFs, DFIs, endowments, family offices, and insurers. Sustainability consultants, environmental scientists, legal and compliance experts, and green tech entrepreneurs also benefit, gaining insights and connections to advance Nigeria’s sustainable finance ecosystem.

Curators

Sophie Masipa

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Michael Ndinisa

Strategic networking to forge powerful partnerships and alliances.

Elevate your industry profile with our premium package. Gain exclusive speaking opportunities alongside influential peers, curate strategic one-on-one meetings, and engage in thought-provoking panel discussions. Amplify your brand visibility through dedicated networking spaces and exclusive evening receptions.

Sponsoring Partners

Deliver on what matters

Brand Awareness

Enhance your brand’s reputation as a leading force in African sustainable finance by showcasing your expertise at SASFI.

Thought Leadership

Position your organization as a leading authority in sustainable finance. Our platform empowers your team to shape the future of this dynamic industry.

Sealing Deals

A unique platform to connect investors and investees. Showcase your project to a targeted audience and accelerate deal-making.

Networking

Navigate the dynamic world of sustainable finance with SASFI. Deepen connections and explore opportunities through exclusive one-on-one meetings.

Make Your Mark: Be Seen, Be Heard

Please do not hesitate to contact Peace Natachy via email at pnatachy@asfi.africa or by phone at 447763 566 145 to discuss how can be part of this initiative. Our aim is to maximize your return on investment by offering in-person, virtual, and on-demand access to our programmes. We strongly encourage you to reach out for further information.

Be Seen, Be Heard

PRESENT

WORKSHOPS

VIDEOS

Networking

PANELS

DINNERS

RECEPTIONS

PODCASTS

Investable Industries

POLICYMAKERS

FINANCE

ENERGY

TECHNOLOGY

AVIATION

HEALTH

AGRICULTURE

MANUFACTURING

RETAIL

AUTOMOTIVE

FOOD

LOGISTICS

Who should attend?

NGSFI serves as the premier platform for financial and investment professionals, corporate executives, policymakers, and regulators. The platform also connects institutional investors, including sovereign wealth funds (SWFs), development finance institutions (DFIs), pension funds, endowments, family offices, and insurance companies. Additionally, sustainability consultants, environmental scientists, legal and compliance experts, and green technology entrepreneurs will discover valuable opportunities within the SASFI ecosystem.

Building material partnerships with organizations that matter

Elevate your brand as an industry thought leader through impactful audio and video content partnerships. Share your expertise, engage your audience, and demonstrate your commitment to a just transition. By collaborating with us, you can create compelling audio and video content that highlights your knowledge and insights. Our platform allows you to reach a wider audience, fostering deeper connections and enhancing your brand’s reputation.

Speak to us about corporate partnerships

Please do not hesitate to contact Peace Natachy via email at pnatachy@asfi.africa or by phone at 447763 566 145 to discuss how can be part of this initiative. Our aim is to maximize your return on investment by offering in-person, virtual, and on-demand access to our programmes. We strongly encourage you to reach out for further information.

Africonomie

Africonomie is the holding company of leading advisory and investment solution businesses. We connect global capital with African opportunities. We offer a comprehensive suite of advisory, investment, and capacity-building services to support institutions in navigating the complex African investment landscape. Our platform facilitates deal flow, investor relations, and strategic partnerships.

With us, investing is personal. Momentum Investments Group helps you grow your wealth, whether you’re an individual saving for your retirement, a business looking to build your portfolio or a financial adviser in need of practical tools and customised solutions. We understand that your investment isn’t just another investment. It’s unique to you.

EY

At EY, our purpose is building a better working world. The insights and services we provide help to create long-term value for clients, people and society, and to build trust in the capital markets. EY provides consulting, assurance, tax and transaction services that help solve our client's toughest challenges and build a better working world.

Sponsors & Partners

A dedicated guest portal streamlining travel and logistics.

Optimize your business travel with our dedicated guest portal. Seamlessly book flights, accommodations, and ground transportation while accessing essential event details, all in one place. Our conciege team will streamline your travel planning and enhance your overall experience. Whether you’re booking a last-minute flight, securing a comfortable hotel room, or arranging convenient ground transportation, our portal has you covered. Register for this programme and let’s take care of the rest!

Partner Airlines

Partnering with airlines gives our guests access to numerous benefits, including discounted airfares, enhanced convenience with flexible booking options, and loyalty program perks like bonus miles and status upgrades. Attendees can enjoy a better travel experience with access to lounges, increased baggage allowance, and dedicated customer service.

Airport Transfers

Cape Town International Airport offers convenient access to the city and beyond, making it an ideal gateway for both domestic and international travelers. The airport features a wide range of transportation options to suit every traveler’s needs, including taxis and car rentals. With efficient public transportation links and direct routes to key destinations within Cape Town.

Accomodations

ASFI SASFI Johannesburg

One of the most iconic sights in Cape Town, there's hundreds of years of history behind Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel's famed pink walls.

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This ultra-chic hotel is ideally situated with in 5 minutes from the V&A Waterfront and 500 meters from Cape Town's Long Street.

Delivering Sustainable Programmes

We are committed to hosting environmentally conscious and socially responsible programmes. We are leading the continent in sustainable event management by selecting sustainable venues, eliminating paper waste, using eco-friendly materials, and promoting digital ticketing.

Venues

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The Cape Town leg of SASFI 2025 returns to its natural home—the iconic Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel, host in 2022 and 2023. Set beneath Table Mountain’s gaze, this historic pink landmark offers a range of elegant conference spaces, ideal for everything from high-level board meetings to major stakeholder convenings.

ASFI SASFI Johannesburg

The Johannesburg leg of SASFI 2025 returns to the city’s exclusive hillside icon — the Four Seasons Westcliff. As Johannesburg’s only five-star urban resort, it offers a luxurious hilltop setting with sweeping views that reflect the city’s vibrancy and sophistication — an ideal venue for high-level dialogue and immersive experiences.

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Who should attend?

SASFI is a platform for financial and investment professionals, corporate executives, policy makers, and regulators. It also caters to institutional investors such as sovereign wealth funds (SWFs), development finance institutions (DFIs), pension funds, endowments, family offices, and insurance companies. Additionally, consultants in sustainability, environmental scientists, legal and compliance professionals, and green tech entrepreneurs will benefit from the SASFI ecosystem.

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