Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria
Dr. Rabiu Olowo
Executive Secretary / Chief Executive Officer
National Corporate Governance Summit 2026
Summit Theme
Implementing Good Governance for Economic Acceleration: Consolidating Public/Private Sector Partnership
21st – 22nd, July 2026
Lagos Island, Nigeria
About the Summit
A Premier Platform for Governance Excellence
The National Corporate Governance Summit is a premier biennial event dedicated to advancing corporate governance standards in Nigeria.
The Summit provides a vital platform for knowledge exchange, policy development, governance advocacy, and cross-sector collaboration between public and private institutions.
Jointly Convened By
IoDCCG
IoD Centre for Corporate Governance
FRC
Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria
MoFI
Ministry of Finance Incorporated
ICSAN
Institute of Chartered Secretaries & Administrators of Nigeria
Convening Leadership
Leaders of the Convening Organisations
The Summit is jointly championed by distinguished institutional leaders representing Nigeria's foremost governance, finance, reporting, and chartered secretarial bodies.
IoD Centre for Corporate Governance
Mr. Urum Kalu (UK) Eke, MFR, F.CIoD
Chairman of the IoD Centre for Corporate Governance (IoDCCG)
Ministry of Finance Incorporated
Dr. Armstrong Ume Takang
Managing Director / Chief Executive Officer
Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria
Mrs. Uto Ukpanah, FCIS
President & Chairman of Governing Council
About the Summit
Why the Summit Matters
The National Corporate Governance Summit (NCGS) is a premier biennial platform that convenes key stakeholders across public and private sectors to deliberate on the state of corporate governance in Nigeria.
The Summit is designed to:
- Promote practical governance discussions
- Strengthen public-private sector collaboration
- Encourage policy-oriented dialogue
- Support institutional accountability
- Contribute to economic rebirth through governance excellence
Objectives
Summit Objectives
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Consolidate strategic partnership between public and private sector organisations in promoting corporate governance
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Create a platform for knowledge exchange, policy development, and advocacy on governance implementation
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Deepen corporate governance understanding and application in state-owned enterprises
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Improve familiarity with and acceptability of good governance across key sectors
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Strengthen governance integration to support financial inclusion
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Foster governance practices in the mining sector
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Explore governance expectations within a credit-based economy
Benefits
Why Attend
Discover the unique value the Summit offers to governance professionals, policymakers, and industry leaders.
Engage with National Leaders
Connect with public sector leaders, regulators, directors, investors, governance professionals, and key decision-makers.
Gain Practical Insight
Explore governance priorities and implementation challenges affecting state-owned enterprises, financial services, and more.
Contribute to Policy
Be part of discussions that support knowledge exchange, governance advocacy, and stronger national governance outcomes.
Build Relationships
Strengthen professional and institutional relationships across public and private sectors through a high-level platform.
Focus Areas
Theme & Focus Areas
The 2026 Summit will examine governance implementation across five strategic pillars
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Focus Area 1
State-Owned Enterprises and Nation Building
Deepening corporate governance and unlocking the full potentials of state-owned enterprises for stronger accountability and national development.
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Focus Area 2
Artificial Intelligence & Digital Transformation
The strategic role of corporate governance in managing technological risk and supporting innovation.
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Focus Area 3
Banks & Non-Bank Financial Services
Integrating corporate governance to achieve robust financial inclusion and institutional trust.
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Focus Area 4
Mining Sector Development
Appraising the governance framework of the mining sector to boost Nigeria's export potentials.
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Focus Area 5
Credit-Based Economy
Unlocking the potentials of a credit-based economy and the governance expectations required.
Speakers
Featured Dignitaries
Distinguished leaders confirmed to participate in the National Corporate Governance Summit 2026
Host
Dr. Armstrong Takang
Managing Director/CEO
Host
Dr. Rabiu Olowo
Executive Secretary/CEO
Host
Mr. U. K Eke. MFR, FCA, F.CIoD
Chairman, Board of Governors
Host
Mrs. Utako Ukpanah, FCIS
President/Chairman of Governing Council
Special Guest of Honour
His Excellency Senator Kashim Shettima
Vice President of Nigeria
Host Governor
Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu
Executive Governor
Guest of Honour
Dr. Alex Otti
Executive Governor
Distinguished Guest
Dr. Dapo Abiodun, MFR, CON
Executive Governor
Keynote Speaker
Mrs Juliet Anammah
Chairman- Nigerian Breweries Plc
Distinguished Guest
Otunba Adetunji Oyebanji, F.CIoD
President/Chairrman of Council
Guest of Honour
Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, MFR
Honourable Minister
Guest of Honour
Dr. Oladele Henry Alake
Honourable Minister
Guest of Honour
Mr. Adegboyega Oyetola, CON
Honourable Minister
Special Guest
Dr Emomotimi Agama
Director General/CEO
Special Guest
Mr. Adebowale Oyedeji
Group Managing Director
Special Guest
Mr. Hussaini Magaji, SAN
Registrar/CEO
Special Guest
Mr. Olusegun Omosehin
Commissioner for Insurance and Chief Executive Officer
Additional speaker profiles, session leads, and discussants will be published as confirmations are received.
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Relive the 2024 Summit Experience
The 2024 National Corporate Governance Summit brought together over 500 distinguished leaders, policymakers, and governance experts to address critical challenges facing Nigeria's corporate landscape.
500+ Participants
Senior executives, government officials, and institutional leaders
High-Impact Discussions
Actionable insights on governance frameworks and economic transformation
Proven Track Record
Building on years of excellence in advancing corporate governance standards
Programme
Agenda Preview
Two days with five strategic sessions focused on key areas of governance and economic development
1
Day One
21 July 2026
Session 1
Deepening Corporate Governance and Unlocking the Full Potentials of State-Owned Enterprises
Examining governance frameworks for SOEs
Session 2
Artificial Intelligence as a Risk and a Disruptor: The Strategic Role of Corporate Governance
AI governance and risk management strategies
2
Day Two
22 July 2026
Session 3
Integrating Corporate Governance and Achieving Robust Financial Inclusion
Governance frameworks for financial accessibility
Session 4
Appraising the Governance Framework of the Mining Sector
Regulatory oversight and sector governance
Session 5
Unlocking the Potentials of a Credit-Based Economy
Credit systems and economic transformation
Partnership Opportunities
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Brand Visibility
Premium exposure to governance leaders and key stakeholders
Executive Access
Direct engagement with C-suite executives and senior government officials
Thought Leadership
Position your institution as a governance champion
Strategic Alignment
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500+
Attendees
50+
Speakers
2
Days
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