From: Femi Oyelola, Kaduna
Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani yesterday launched a new code of ethics and business conduct for the New Nigerian Development Company Limited (NNDC), Thursday in Kaduna.
In his remarks, the Governor who was represented at the event by the Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Abdulkadir Meyere, said, that NNDC represents only a few major initiatives of the founding fathers of Northern Nigeria.
Gov Sani said the event marks a significant milestone in the history of NNDC
“ I understand the NNDC Code of Ethics and Business Conduct serves as a guiding compass, outlining the moral and professional principles that govern the ethical behavior and actions of all stakeholders of the Company. “
While expressing delight at the desire of the Board and Management of the Company to recognize this significant aspect of improving the Company in line with global best practices, the governor noted that the launch of the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct is a remarkable step to further boost investment confidence and securing the timeless goodwill the Company has built over the years.
“I congratulate the Board, management, and staff of the NNDC and its subsidiaries for this timely innovation and hope that the necessary synergy already being built across wider frontiers of businesses by the company would further accelerate what was witnessed.
“As the gateway and hub of the region, the significance of Kaduna State for the NNDC is much more than being a host.”
