Waltersmith Champions Sustainability with Africa Interviews Forum to Advance ESG in Africa

Waltersmith Petroman Oil Limited has announced its partnership with the Africa Interviews Sustainability Forum 2025, a collaboration hailed as a powerful step in driving Africa’s Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) agenda.

The second edition of the forum will be held on Tuesday, September 16, at the Capital Club, Victoria Island, Lagos, bringing together policymakers, regulators, business leaders, and sustainability experts under the theme, “Beyond Compliance: Making ESG Work for African Realities.”

By partnering with the forum, Waltersmith reinforces the growing recognition among Nigerian corporates that ESG principles are not just about compliance, but are essential for long-term competitiveness, investor confidence, and social credibility. The company said its support reflects a deep commitment to embedding sustainability at the heart of its operations balancing economic growth with environmental responsibility and social impact.

Industry watchers have praised the collaboration as a model for corporate leadership in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector, often under scrutiny for its environmental footprint. Waltersmith, which operates both upstream and downstream, has consistently invested in community development, environmental protection, and economic empowerment, and its latest step signals a bolder alignment with Africa’s sustainable future.

Sam Umukoro, Co-Founder and Editorial Director of Africa Interviews, described the partnership as “a demonstration of leadership from the Nigerian private sector.” He added: “Waltersmith’s support is the kind of corporate vision needed to show that African businesses are not just reacting to global ESG demands, but actively shaping sustainability frameworks that speak to our unique realities.”

Since its launch in 2024, the Africa Interviews Sustainability Forum has grown into a respected platform for advancing African led solutions to global challenges. Unlike conferences that focus only on rhetoric, the forum emphasizes real world case studies, partnerships, and measurable outcomes. Last year’s edition highlighted how African businesses can design ESG frameworks tailored to issues like infrastructure deficits, unemployment, and climate vulnerabilities.

This year’s gathering promises to move from conversation to action. With a keynote address, panel discussions, and networking sessions, the event will explore practical pathways for integrating sustainability into corporate governance, financing the energy transition, scaling renewable energy, and ensuring social inclusion in business strategies.

With Waltersmith joining as a partner, the forum is set to amplify the message that Africa’s growth story must be sustainable, inclusive, and globally competitive. For many observers, the collaboration is more than a partnership, it is a celebration of how Nigerian corporates are redefining leadership in sustainability.