Left to right: Dr. Ibrahim Shelleng, Senior Special Assistant, to the Nigerian President on Climate Finance & Stakeholders Engagement; Dr. Tony Okpanachi MD/CEO, Development Bank of Nigeria; Prof. Tony Nyong, Director, Climate Change and Green Growth, AfDB; Ms. Ijeoma Ozulumba, Executive Director/Chief Financial Officer, Finance, Development Bank of Nigeria; Dr. Eugene Itua, CEO, Natural Eco Capital and Mr. Jeremy Dan-Okayi, Head, Strategy, Development Bank of Nigeria, all at the Finance in Common Summit 2025, February 26 – February 28 in Cape Town
Natural Eco Capital is proud to announce that our CEO, Dr. Eugene Itua, an accredited SDG Impact standard trainer, recently participated in the fifth edition of the Finance in Common Summit (FiCS) held in Cape Town, South Africa. This major event brought together key public development banks and finance players, focusing on driving sustainable and equitable growth.
The FiCS Summit provided a crucial platform for discussions on critical issues. These included the role of public development banks in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which aligns perfectly with Natural Eco Capital’s mission to promote sustainable development and investment. Furthermore, the summit explored financial innovation for a just transition, examining new financial tools and strategies to support a shift towards a more inclusive and environmentally responsible economy, a key focus of our work at Natural Eco Capital. Finally, the summit addressed emerging opportunities and risks, aiming to understand the latest trends in sustainable finance, such as those related to nutrition, AI, and the care economy, allowing us to advise our clients and partners better.
Dr. Itua’s presence at the summit underscores Natural Eco Capital’s commitment to being a leader in the sustainable finance space. Engaging with other experts and institutions can strengthen collaborations, opening doors for partnerships and knowledge sharing with other PDBs, DFIs, and organizations. We can also contribute to global solutions, with our expertise and insights helping to shape the global conversation on sustainable finance and development. Finally, we can identify new investment opportunities and stay informed about the latest trends and innovations, which allows us to identify promising areas for sustainable investment.
Supporting SDG-aligned Investments
Natural Eco Capital supports financial institutions and other investors in further aligning their strategies and investments with the SDGs. Dr. Itua’s expertise as an UN SDG Impact standard trainer further enhances our ability to guide and support organizations in this endeavor. This expertise allows us to provide valuable training and capacity-building to our clients and partners, empowering them to effectively measure and manage their impact on the SDGs.
The FiCS Summit highlighted several key takeaways for the public. First, it emphasized the growing recognition of the importance of sustainable finance in addressing global challenges like climate change and inequality. Second, it demonstrated the power of collaboration, showing how public development banks, governments, and the private sector can work together to mobilize the resources needed to achieve the SDGs. Third, it underscored the need for innovation, with the development of new financial instruments and approaches essential to accelerate the transition to a sustainable future.
Natural Eco Capital is committed to participating in this critical journey. We will continue to leverage our expertise and partnerships to drive sustainable development and create a better future for all.
Call to Action:
- Learn more about the Finance in Common Summit: FiCS 2025 _ Final Communique | Finance in common
- Explore Natural Eco Capital’s services: https://www.ecopital.com/
Contact us to discuss how we can help you with your sustainable finance needs: info@ecopital.com, training@ecopital.com
