2014 Nigerian Risk Awards, Guinness Nigeria Emerges Winner

In recognition of its effective implementation of good governance and adoption of Enterprise Risk Management in the organisation, Guinness Nigeria Plc for the second year running has emerged a winner in the 2014 Nigeria Risk Awards organised by Conrad Clark Nigeria Limited. The award was given in the Manufacturing Production and Industry category were the company was adjudged overall best contestant.

Winners were selected after rigorous research and assessment exercise carried out by a panel of 19 Judges from different parts of the world, which was Co-chaired by Professor Peter Young of Opus College of Business, University of St. Thomas, a renowned expert in risk management, and Mr. Tunde Popoola, the MD/CEO of CRC Credit Bureau with over 25years’ private and public sector experience in the Nigerian economy.

Mr. Tunde Popoola who spoke at the event said “We had scrutinized companies on what was done, how it was done, when was it done, what are the evidence of what was done in risk management, before arriving at the results of the event and we are proud to unveil the results of this careful research. It is their commitment and effectiveness that makes our winners stand out from the crowd”

Mrs. Debola Falade, Controls Compliance & Ethics Director, while receiving the award on behalf of the company said “I am delighted to receive this award on behalf of Guinness Nigeria Plc.  It is a testament to the consistent and coordinated approach to risk management that we take in our organization, covering off Financial, Operational and Reputational risks.” She went on further to commend Conrad Clark Nigeria limited for the initiative hoping that it will encourage others in corporate Nigeria to embrace risk management which will ensure sustainable business performance.

Others present at the event from Guinness Nigeria Plc were Hamilton Iyogbon Head of Quality & Capability, Ernest Abu Head of Health Safety Environment & Risk, Mohammad Iqbal Ag. Finance & Strategy Director, Toyin Araromi Compliance & Ethics Manager, Tajudeen Abolade Business Audit & Risk Manager and Dotun Olaifa Controls & Governance Manager.

The Nigerian Risk Awards recognizes and rewards organisations and individuals who have achieved measurable results through the effective implementation of good governance,
effective internal controls and risk management systems. Particular emphasis is placed on those who have developed creative and innovative solutions in overcoming the challenges facing businesses and organisations in Nigeria. All companies compete equally, regardless of size.